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Old 09-30-2008, 01:25 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Gen6 Wheel Width Question from TIRE RACK

whats the difference between 18x "7.5" rims and 18x "8" rims and which one is better for my 2007 Camry LE V6?

18x "7.5":
Offset: 36mm
Backspacing: 5.62"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/45-18
Weight: 16.8lbs.

18x "8":
Offset: 40mm
Backspacing: 6.02"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/45-18
Weight: 17.2lbs.

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going from 18x7.5 to 18x8 mean your rim width is going wider.
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No real difference in fitment as your 225 tires are wider than either rim. Its looks only in that case.
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going from 18x7.5 to 18x8 mean your rim width is going wider.
He IM'd me but I know diddly squat about tires compared to the knowledge that lammy and others known but I figured it was the width of the rims.
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