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What's the widest rim and tire size I can go on the w209 CLK without rubbing?

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Old 07-06-2004, 11:15 AM
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What's the widest rim and tire size I can go on the w209 CLK without rubbing?

Hi, I'm new on this forum. I just got my CLK and I'm seriously thinking about getting new rims for it. However, I want to go for the wide look with 19" wheels. Could anyone tell me what are the widest wheel and tire sizes I can use without rubbing? HELP VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. THANKS~!
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The widest size without rubbing is 19x8.5/19x9.5 with 235/35/19 and 265/30/19 tires. But mind you, it also depends on the offsets of the wheels and the brand of tires.
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I'm running 19x8.5 front with 235s and 19x10 rear with 265s. No rubbing at all and my car is dumped with a full sound system in the trunk.
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What Sharka said... I have HRE's... maybe that makes a difference.
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Thx so much~! That was a lot of help~!
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I think tire has some difference. depending on the sidewall how angled or straight it is.
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I was told the same setup. 19" 9.5J 265 ....
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I pretty much have the same set-up as Sharka. Car is sitting on H&R springs and does not rub one bit.
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If you have custom wheels like HRE, it doesnt matter whether you're getting 19x10 or 19x9.5 because the lip will look the same. The extra 1/2" is added on the inside. But if you are getting Monoblock VI, 19x10 will have a deeper lip than the 19x9.5, but chances are you will have to roll the rear fender a bit.
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THX SO MUCH GUYS... I think i'm gonna go with the 9.5" rear cos i don't wanna roll the fenders ... but hmmm... still deciding on the wheels.... Thx again... you guys have been great help...

Btw, if i wanna get coilovers, which system do you recommend?
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Originally Posted by CWK
THX SO MUCH GUYS... I think i'm gonna go with the 9.5" rear cos i don't wanna roll the fenders ... but hmmm... still deciding on the wheels.... Thx again... you guys have been great help...

Btw, if i wanna get coilovers, which system do you recommend?
Feel free to shoot me an e-mail: harris@hartonmotorwerks.com I hope I can help to share some info with you.

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