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Old Sep 11, 2020 | 07:01 PM
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Default 2001 Monte Wheel/Tire Fitment?

Hey y'all,
So I'm planning on getting new rims and tires for my Monte and am trying to figure out what would fit. I'm currently looking at 18" rims with a +35 offset and 245/45ZR18/W tires. I used a wheel offset calculator which was very helpful in visualizing the clearance, but I want to be sure considering I can't return them once the tires are mounted. (I'm planning on having them mount the rims with the tires at the factory since its free). From what I've come up with, I think i'll need 1 1/2" spacers also? Here's the links to the rims and tires.

Rims: https://www.carid.com/motegi-racing-...pe-859997.html
Tires: https://www.carid.com/lexani-tires/l...2&vehicle=1212
What are y'alls thoughts?

TIA
 

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Old Sep 12, 2020 | 01:29 AM
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Honestly if you need spacers that big then the offset and/or backspacing is way wrong.

Nice looking wheels though
 
Old Sep 12, 2020 | 07:44 AM
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You should try to get wheels with backspacing correct for your car however, theres nothing wrong with using spacers.

Theyll look good on a Monte tho..
 
Old Sep 12, 2020 | 04:47 PM
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OK, with the offset calculator, I was assuming that my stock wheels had 0 offset. However after some research I found that they have +35mm? Is that correct? (These wheels have hubcaps BTW) If so, then I might not need spacers at all!
 
Old Sep 12, 2020 | 11:54 PM
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Yes, that sounds right. Definitely a positive offset. That's what kills any ideas I have of getting away from spokes or star shapes.
 
Old Sep 13, 2020 | 02:45 PM
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Oh, those are snazzy for sure!
 
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