18x9's

BreaknLoose · 07-01-2008, 01:21 PM

is it possible to fit 18x9's on an 04 wrx with out modifying the fenders?

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ommmjido · 07-01-2008, 02:54 PM

depends on the wheels offset/tire size and suspension setup. but generally speaking, they wont fit with unmodified fenders.

BreaknLoose · 07-01-2008, 11:47 PM

well right now i just have the stuck struts with eibach springs, but i will be getting bilstein coils relatively soon, as for the offset, well which ever one would fit, the wheel i like is 18x9 +30, idk if that will work, but im would rather just look at a diff. wheel than get all into fender modding

Daishi00 · 07-02-2008, 07:54 AM

That would stick out pretty far dude unless you decide to run some massive camber. Even then you'll most likely stick out in the rear.

blahhblahh · 07-02-2008, 09:40 AM

Thats is a pretty common size but it does require fender rolling.

JDM555 · 07-02-2008, 11:20 AM

Definitely Fender Rolling and you will need to run about 2* Neg. Camber in the rear. Also good thing you got coilovers since they are a lot stiffer, lot less travel than springs, so you can go lower without fearing hitting a bump and cutting a tire lol. MIGHT need slight fender pull in the rear deciding on tire size.
John

BreaknLoose · 07-02-2008, 11:36 AM

is there any offset that would avoid rolling or is it inevitable?

blahhblahh · 07-02-2008, 01:43 PM

maybe an offset in the 40's with some aggressive camber but then you will have to worry about inner clearance.

steve · 07-04-2008, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BreaknLoose

is there any offset that would avoid rolling or is it inevitable?

18x8.5, +38.
That's about as aggressive as you want to go with a streetable camber, and very rear minor fender mods that you could do at home.
If your coilovers are stiff, you may be able to go +35.

It all comes down to paying to play with wide and low.
Coilovers, rear fender mods, and camber are your friend if you want to safely go 18x9", and still run daily.

good luck.
18x9" looks so cool.

WRX8XB · 07-07-2008, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hypa

18x8.5, +38.
That's about as aggressive as you want to go with a streetable camber, and very rear minor fender mods that you could do at home.
If your coilovers are stiff, you may be able to go +35.

It all comes down to paying to play with wide and low.
Coilovers, rear fender mods, and camber are your friend if you want to safely go 18x9", and still run daily.

good luck.
18x9" looks so cool.

this is true for an 05+ STi, not so much for a WRX.

i've seen a WRX rub with a 235/45/17 on a 17x8 +45mm and RCE Yellows.

to run a 9" wheel on a WRX or 04 STi you need to modify the rear fenders or have very stiff suspension and a high ride height. (even if you were running a 225/40/18 tire).

find a good fender roller local and roll the fenders, if done right you wont have any issues.

jmhubbard01 · 07-07-2008, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRX8XB

this is true for an 05+ STi, not so much for a WRX.

i've seen a WRX rub with a 235/45/17 on a 17x8 +45mm and RCE Yellows.

to run a 9" wheel on a WRX or 04 STi you need to modify the rear fenders or have very stiff suspension and a high ride height. (even if you were running a 225/40/18 tire).

find a good fender roller local and roll the fenders, if done right you wont have any issues.

That is interesting. What is the major difference between an '05 WRX vs. an '05 STi as to clearance?

WRX8XB · 07-08-2008, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmhubbard01

That is interesting. What is the major difference between an '05 WRX vs. an '05 STi as to clearance?

about 15mm or so.

the 05 STi has a smaller "lip" under the rear fender then the 05 WRX.

the WRX can get more clearance easier then an 05 STi.

WRX just needs a roll and it will have more clearance then a stock 05 STi.

to get the same clearance on a 05 STi you have to do this...

How To: Properly Modify 05+ GD STi Rear Fenders

jmhubbard01 · 07-08-2008, 09:23 AM

that is good info wrx8. thx.

nhat · 07-08-2008, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRX8XB

this is true for an 05+ STi, not so much for a WRX.

i've seen a WRX rub with a 235/45/17 on a 17x8 +45mm and RCE Yellows.

18x8.5 +48 with 255/35/18s fit beautifully on my 04 sti with rce yellows after a mild fender roll

i have about 5mm's to play with to the outer fender, but inner clearance is about 1-2mm max

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRX8XB

to run a 9" wheel on a WRX or 04 STi you need to modify the rear fenders or have very stiff suspension and a high ride height. (even if you were running a 225/40/18 tire).

does this apply to 17x9 or 18x9 with something closer to a +40 offset? +35 would require rear camber bolts and a more aggressive fender roll.

WRX8XB · 07-08-2008, 10:32 AM

it applies to all 9" wheels.

i've seen a WRX rub with an 8" +45mm and a 235/45/17 tire on RCE yellows.

i've also seen an 04 STi with a stiff enough suspension and high enough ride height to run 17x10s and 275s.

the 9" +40mm would def require a fender roll in the rear of a wrx, the +35mm would be the same with more camber.

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ommmjido Scooby Specialist Member#: 35746 Join Date: Apr 2003 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: @po Crew Vehicle: 06 White GDF Wrong Fitment Crew #001	depends on the wheels offset/tire size and suspension setup. but generally speaking, they wont fit with unmodified fenders.

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BreaknLoose Scooby Newbie Member#: 176989 Join Date: Apr 2008 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Smithtown, NY Vehicle: 2004 STi & WRX PSM	well right now i just have the stuck struts with eibach springs, but i will be getting bilstein coils relatively soon, as for the offset, well which ever one would fit, the wheel i like is 18x9 +30, idk if that will work, but im would rather just look at a diff. wheel than get all into fender modding

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Daishi00 Scooby Guru Member#: 78952 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: BSG junkie Vehicle: 2005 WRX CGM	That would stick out pretty far dude unless you decide to run some massive camber. Even then you'll most likely stick out in the rear.

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blahhblahh Scooby Specialist Member#: 86659 Join Date: May 2005 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan WR Blue	Thats is a pretty common size but it does require fender rolling.

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JDM555 Scooby Specialist Member#: 151449 Join Date: Jun 2007 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: San Jose, CA Vehicle: 2007 Nissan 350Z Carbon Silver	Definitely Fender Rolling and you will need to run about 2* Neg. Camber in the rear. Also good thing you got coilovers since they are a lot stiffer, lot less travel than springs, so you can go lower without fearing hitting a bump and cutting a tire lol. MIGHT need slight fender pull in the rear deciding on tire size. John

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BreaknLoose Scooby Newbie Member#: 176989 Join Date: Apr 2008 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Smithtown, NY Vehicle: 2004 STi & WRX PSM	is there any offset that would avoid rolling or is it inevitable?

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blahhblahh Scooby Specialist Member#: 86659 Join Date: May 2005 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan WR Blue	maybe an offset in the 40's with some aggressive camber but then you will have to worry about inner clearance.

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