will 235/45/17 fit on a lowered 03 wrx?

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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 09:33 PM
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will 235/45/17 fit on a lowered 03 wrx?

will it rub with lowering springs? i currently have 225/45/17 on 8" wide rim. would like to go little wider since ill need to replace tires soon..
Old Mar 27, 2012 | 10:01 PM
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How low are you?

It also depends on the offset of your wheels. I'd guess you could be ok, but more info would be good.
Old Mar 27, 2012 | 10:43 PM
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What apetron said. You more than likely need to roll the rear fenders, though.
Old Mar 27, 2012 | 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by vayrogar
will it rub with lowering springs? i currently have 225/45/17 on 8" wide rim. would like to go little wider since ill need to replace tires soon..
There some untold variables here ^ but I hope this helps. I'm running 235/45-17 on 17x8 et.45 rims with a mild drop (struts/springs) and had to take out the rubber fender trim in the rear fenders. Still need a slight roll to avoid rub on the rears when cornering hard.

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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 11:50 PM
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Ive got 17x9 et42 but stock at the moment(i know im looking for springs) anyways cant remember the tire size but i can def tell that anything 8/9 will need to have the fenders rolled on the rear.With the 8 maybe just light rolling.Ive got a 02
Old Mar 28, 2012 | 12:21 AM
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i think my offsets on my rim are 48 . now i know taking out the rubber lining is a must. feel confident in shopping for 235/45/17s now.
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