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would 18*8.5 ET35 rub on the front? with 235/40/18 tires?

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Old Jan 5, 2009 | 06:52 PM
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would 18*8.5 ET35 rub on the front? with 235/40/18 tires?
would it rub? anyone has experience?

BTW, its W209
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Old Jan 5, 2009 | 07:04 PM
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Hard to say unless you try. Once you do, please let us know!
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I've got 235/40-18s on my W208 on 18 X 8, no rubbing. YMMV.
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I am start to getting worried now : )
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It doesnt rub! confirmed!!!
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I'm running 255/35/18 in the rear, with 18x8.5 rear wheels on factory AMG suspension...no rubbing at all.
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i could only put 8" wheels on the front. had to run a spacer up front to clear the coilovers. i rub the inner fender well when turning sharply but other than that no issues.
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