8.5x19 ET33 & 9.0x19 ET44 Will they fit?

FredrikM · 01-26-2023, 03:10 AM

I'm currently on 8.5x19 ET45 & 9.5x19 ET50 with 225/35 & 255/30 tires and this set up works perfect with stock M-Sport suspension.

Thinking of replacing my rims with a set that is 8.5x19 ET33 and 9.0x19 ET44. Anyone who has these sizes or very similar? If so do you have any issues with rubbing and/or scraping.

Eyeman · 01-26-2023, 06:19 PM

I don't have those but I'm fine with math, etc..lol. The front will be the issue. With a 215 or small running tire like a Toyo or Falken I think it will be driveable as long as you are careful about bumps and turns. Get your front camber up to 2 deg or higher (pull the pin for now, camber plates later) and actually you'll have a great setup.

spxcy135 · 01-26-2023, 07:12 PM

Rears will be just fine, that offset up front will be tough to fit on orignial fenders. I run 8.5 et35 up front with a slight fender pull and I wouldn't recommend more agressive than that

FredrikM · 01-27-2023, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Eyeman

I don't have those but I'm fine with math, etc..lol. The front will be the issue. With a 215 or small running tire like a Toyo or Falken I think it will be driveable as long as you are careful about bumps and turns. Get your front camber up to 2 deg or higher (pull the pin for now, camber plates later) and actually you'll have a great setup.

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Originally Posted by spxcy135

Rears will be just fine, that offset up front will be tough to fit on orignial fenders. I run 8.5 et35 up front with a slight fender pull and I wouldn't recommend more agressive than that

Thank's for your answers, i figured the fronts would be an issue when comparing with help of a rim & tire calculator. Not too fond of altering the suspension though, i'm happy with it as is.

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