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Old 09-10-2020, 10:11 AM   #1
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Quick offset question

I'm looking at getting some 808's for my 02 986 (non s)

Front:18x8.5 wrapped in 245/40/18
Rears: 18x9.5 wrapped in 275/40/18

New to P cars and my 1st time navigating tire offset and figments. Everything I've read/searched here on the forum says this set up should work fine. Am I missing anything? Spacers needed?

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Am I missing anything?
Hello DTW986, how about a picture..?
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What are the offsets (ET)? That's as important as the width.
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What are the offsets (ET)? That's as important as the width.
Seller "I think its about 45-50"

So lets just assume 45 to 50 ish on the et?
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Seller "I think its about 45-50"

So lets just assume 45 to 50 ish on the et?
Those ET / offsets should be in the ballpark.
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Hello DTW986, how about a picture..?
Haven't secured them yet!

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At this point it's still a crap-shoot. You'll want in the low 50s on the front and 45-50 in the rear. And don't blame me if they don't fit.
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At this point it's still a crap-shoot. You'll want in the low 50s on the front and 45-50 in the rear. And don't blame me if they don't fit.
What do you mean?? You're responsible now😂

I'm going to install one of the rears when I meet the seller. Check for clearance on the caliper, and any rub. Anything else I should be looking for.

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