rim question, need help asap.!
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rim question, need help asap.!
i've got a small problem.
does 18x9.5 fit in the back of the C240 ok?
wrong rims were sent, i received 2 18x8.5 and 2 18x9.5
also what size tires is recommend?
thanks in advance..
does 18x9.5 fit in the back of the C240 ok?
wrong rims were sent, i received 2 18x8.5 and 2 18x9.5
also what size tires is recommend?
thanks in advance..
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From: DairyLand
2002 mercedes c320
I think it'll fit
I think it'll fit because I have my friend installing 19x10 for the rear wheels.
I suggest you use 235/40/18 for the front and 255/35/18 or 265/35/18 for the rear fitment.
I myself use 235/255 for the tires on my 18s.
For the rubbing issue, I think it will be allright if you roll the fender.
I have a strange experience. My front tire always rub when I try to turn, but when I install the lowering spring, they do not rub again. Moreover, I do not roll my fender.
I hope this help.
I suggest you use 235/40/18 for the front and 255/35/18 or 265/35/18 for the rear fitment.
I myself use 235/255 for the tires on my 18s.
For the rubbing issue, I think it will be allright if you roll the fender.
I have a strange experience. My front tire always rub when I try to turn, but when I install the lowering spring, they do not rub again. Moreover, I do not roll my fender.
I hope this help.
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I think it would look nice with that rake but you have to remember the 255/35 is closer to the same rolling diameter as the 235/40's. Your speedo might be throw off by the change in tire diameter.
I've seen C's on 9.5's. You shouldn't have an issue until you hit 10 or 11, but you might need to roll the fender. What's the offset on the wheel?
I've seen C's on 9.5's. You shouldn't have an issue until you hit 10 or 11, but you might need to roll the fender. What's the offset on the wheel?
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the offset is 38.
i'll go with the 255/35/18 series then....
i really hope i dont have to roll the fenders. that'll be a pain in the neck trying to find someone around here to do it, plus the money..
the rims just came in a little earlier, i would hate to go through the trouble of sending back the 9.5" rears.
thanks again.
i'll go with the 255/35/18 series then....
i really hope i dont have to roll the fenders. that'll be a pain in the neck trying to find someone around here to do it, plus the money..
the rims just came in a little earlier, i would hate to go through the trouble of sending back the 9.5" rears.
thanks again.
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I got 9.5 in the rear myself for the last 5-6 months and I've never had rubbing problems. 9.5 in the rear is actually the popular choice when people go staggered. Lorinser rims-eh? Is the kit next? Btw your user name is sooo true!! Pretty funny
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With the correct offset, 18x8.5 and 18x9.5 should be perfectly fine on a W203.
The ideal tire sizes are 225/40/18 and 255/35/18. I can guarantee that it will have no rubbing issue. However, it is also okay to put 235/40/18 and 265/35/18 (for certain tires only). You will have a rubbing problem with PZero Rosso but you will be okay with Toyo T1-S on 265s.
The ideal tire sizes are 225/40/18 and 255/35/18. I can guarantee that it will have no rubbing issue. However, it is also okay to put 235/40/18 and 265/35/18 (for certain tires only). You will have a rubbing problem with PZero Rosso but you will be okay with Toyo T1-S on 265s.
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Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
9.5s will definately fit in the back... the rear can fit up to 10 comfortably. i have 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rears and they are fine. i use 235/35 front and 265/35 rear.
9.5s will definately fit in the back... the rear can fit up to 10 comfortably. i have 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rears and they are fine. i use 235/35 front and 265/35 rear.
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From: Midwest, the good old US of A
W211 E240 Avangarde
Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
yea sorry, typo... what i meant was that i have 265/30... you are gonna defiately have the shaved, rolled or grinded....
yea sorry, typo... what i meant was that i have 265/30... you are gonna defiately have the shaved, rolled or grinded....
If it's fender rolling, I'm totally cool with that...
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From: Midwest, the good old US of A
W211 E240 Avangarde
Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
if you were in LA.. i could recommend you some good places... but since you arent... sorry i cant help you there.
if you were in LA.. i could recommend you some good places... but since you arent... sorry i cant help you there.
Anyone knows any good-reputable shops in Chicago area for fender rolling etc? I can only think one shop, MotoPersona...
