The ULTIMATE WRX/STI WHEEL & TIRE FITMENT GUIDE! - Subaru WRX 15+

[@WRXGarage]

Hey everyone! Sorry about the weird audio. Just to make sure we were being safe, we had to film in an open-air setting. Because it was raining, we had to go to a local parking garage, hence the weird echoes and noises. Hopefully you guys are able to still hear us!

[@WRXGarage]

Stock suspension is not lowered so rubbing is very very unlikely unless you take it rallying/offroading 😂

[@747Durango]

Quality and relevant content. Comprehensive and detailed presentation so I subbed. The contrast between the two cars worked well. Thx

[@WRXGarage]

That's what we try to do Mark! Thanks for the sub

[@VitalSyntax]

Ideally you want 8.5in +38 wheels with 255/35 tires to avoid poke/stretch/camber/rubbing and be truly flush. Lowered with coilovers and dial out camber with rear lower control arms. Everyone wants to push 9.5+ wheels with crazy camber on these cars and call it "flush" but they are all way past the fender and horrible for a daily setup with passengers.

[@Steve-qr2lm]

Just got myself some SSR GTX01 in 19 x 9.5 + 40 - epic!

[@robertcortezano9328]

Any pictures 📷?

[@sandeep609]

Very informative video about all the variables which go into selecting the right wheel and tire size.

[@oaguirre013]

18x9 tsw 32 offset with 265/35/18 🤙

[@WRXGarage]

I bet that's a great, safe setup!

[@olivierf9413]

Video is super well done 💪👍 continue the good work boys.

[@JORDIIMusic]

Really informative video! Looking at getting some 19s for my Legacy GT 2010. Thanks for the video. Subbed.

[@joeplanter7959]

When I watched the video I was thinking you guys would have around 100k subs or more but you only have 7k.

[@morrisramsay6508]

What off set is the blue car running

[@ayenunu]

This is all about master class Theory...

[@mysteriousguy019]

I'm running 18x8.5 245/40 +35 and rubbing crazy on front. Only dropped 1 inch on Tien Flex A Coilovers.

[@WRXGarage]

Sounds like something is wrong then.. did you install the camber plates in the right orientation? Camber adjustment?

[@jaybosher6144]

I think the look of both your wheels is the best blend of style and function. I love shaddix and his channel but he went a bit much with his set up. You guys have been killing it with the subbie content. Looking forward to seeing your channel grow

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

Steven is the goat

[@WRXGarage]

🤙🤙🤙

[@emvee4491]

great video very informative

[@Eagleye11700]

One of the best videos out there! I’m looking into the Apex EC-7 wheels but worried about them rubbing the coil overs (Racecomp Tarmac II). You obviously don’t have any clearance issues with the FA500s but wondering about how much clearance there actually is

[@WRXGarage]

It's not really dependent on the brand of coilover, it depends on how far you lower them! Clearance is mostly based on your wheel size and spec and what tires you go with

[@Eagleye11700]

@@WRXGarage okay gotcha, I ended up going with an 18/9.5.” +38mm and a 255/35 tire with that Apex EC-7.

[@WRXGarage]

That's an awesome setup!

[@Eagleye11700]

@@WRXGarage your video helped me decide! So thanks!

[@Eagleye11700]

@@WRXGarage Ended up going with the 255/35 and it looks pretty darn good

[@omnivia9847]

Whats the widest tyre and wheel size you can run without rubbing i currently got ohlins coils with about 2.5 finger gap

[@WRXGarage]

It's entirely dependent on the exact camber degree you're running, fender roll, wheel size, offset, coilover spring rate.. I think you'd have to give me some more information

[@badbreath4167]

What spec you recommend for wheels and tyres if I wanted to run 18×9.5 on stock suspension 2016 wrx?

[@WRXGarage]

Best option is probably 255/35 tires!

[@bowhun2r]

Great informative video. Earned a Sub. I just ordered Option Labs 18x9.5 +35 for my 2020 STi and this came in extremely handy. QQ. I plan on putting Ohlins on in spring/summer. Currently on stock suspension. I understand from the video and reading the posts that either 255/35, 255/40 and 265/35 will work fine on a stock setup with my new wheels. When I put the Ohlins on that will lower the car about 1". Will that still hold true with the aforementioned tire sizes? Our roads are pretty bad here and having a little more sidewall is always beneficial. Leaning towards the 255/40 or 265/35 for that reason...just want to ensure fitment w/o rubbing and going crazy with camber. I have a different HPDE setup, so I'm looking for street use. TIA

[@WRXGarage]

Hey that's an awesome plan! For that exact wheel setup, with a 1" drop, you could easily run either 255/35 or 265/35. Especially with ohlins that run high spring rates 8k or 10k or higher, the spring travel will be limited compared to stock. If you plan on really slamming it and taking away more of the wheel gap, 255/35 will let the wheel tuck in a bit easier. 265/35 is meatier and might need a fender roll to tuck more. 265/35 would also be a tiny bit more comfortable on bad roads. You could also combat rubbing issues with more camber, but that has effects on handling and performance once you go farther than 4degrees.

[@bowhun2r]

@@WRXGarage Thank you for the fast response. I'll go with the 265/35 and I do not planning on slamming it... max would be an 1" or less with the Ohlins. I'll enjoy the stock suspension with the new wheel/tire setup until I get time for the suspension. Good info. Thanks and Happy New Year (Gotta be better than 2020...).

[@s2ac]

@@bowhun2r you end up rubbing at all with the 265/35s on stock suspension?

[@bowhun2r]

@@s2ac Never got the opportunity to mount the Option Labs setup. I did have 245/40/18 with Konig Rennform +40.. but that's a common size and had zero issues.

[@christophercleveland1191]

I left out the my rim width will be 9.5 as well

[@bmfitz2647]

I liked for the “trying to be famous here”. Lol

[@LightsOutPredatorRemoval]

Link on the silver Subarus wheels?

[@gamingseeks3580]

im going for performance

[@carloskissoondhan9641]

Can 285 or 295 fit guys? Thanks ✌🏾

[@furysactorslounge3956]

2015 sti: i need winter wheels that will fit without spacers. Preferably 16 or 17” and what are the best winter tires ? They need to clear the brembos

[@WRXGarage]

You'll have a hard time clearing brembos with 17".. it's possible but you'll probably be better off with 18" wheels. As for tires, Bridgestone blizzaks are really good, Continental Vikings are good too.

[@wylierosser2474]

I’m somewhat confused why “for the love of god” you would tell people not to use anti-seize? 30 years as a commercial driver and that stuff has saved me more times then I can count and gets used on vehicles that do upwards of 100k a year...... Otherwise a very good clip 😎👍👍👍

[@Nguyen2fold]

Why didn't you talk about staggering options? I know it's awd you usually you go for squared set up. But as long as tire height is within 1% you should be OK right?

[@WRXGarage]

There's no reason to go staggered on awd especially on a WRX. You want as much grip as possible. Plus, with the way the fenders are designed you'd likely only be able to fit a larger size in the front instead of the reara

[@PManti2010]

Super helpful

[@riseupfall]

Do a video for winter tires/rims fit

[@WRXGarage]

Winter tires really aren't any different for fit. Only difference is you generally want a taller side wall and thinner tread. I.e. 255/40 or 245/45 on 18x9.5 or 235/50 on 17x8.

[@valeriedioni9414]

have2016WRX stock live in NY and plenty of unavoidable potholes. Tell me guys are there any whee3ls that can withstand potholes? Im running out of $$$$$

[@TheEdgar0125]

Guys I have actually 55 offset on my WRX , but I want to upgrade the wheels,you think May have a problem with a wheels with +48 offset?

[@WRXGarage]

What size diameter and width?

[@TheEdgar0125]

@@WRXGarage 18x8.5 +48 5x114.3

[@TheEdgar0125]

@@WRXGarage nobody want to help, and really I can’t find the right wheels for me, and I’m looking this wheels on line but I’m not sure if this wheels works ok my wrx

[@WRXGarage]

Yes that will work if you have the standard calipers. If you have the brembos, those won't work.

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

I'm assuming there would be no issues with stock suspension/height with either setup prior to transitioning to coils?

[@WRXGarage]

No problem at all with these setups on stock suspension. The only thing I can think of would be the tiniest bit of rubbing in the rears if you somehow manage to bottom out the stock suspension

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

@@WRXGarage ok thank you guys. Been looking at the konig dekagram wrapped in michelins just wasn't sure if the 9.5 35 offset was going to clear with 265/35s. Very timely video great channel

[@WRXGarage]

Yeah those definitely will on stock suspension. With coilovers, you should still be able to get an inch or 2 of lowering with that setup. To get even more low, you'd need LCAs in the rear or rolled fenders!

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

@@WRXGarage ok sweet. Tbh i don't even think I'd be interested in going much lower than that. Thanks for the help gives me much more confidence before spending a couple grand

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

@@WRXGarage hey guys still doing some homework did you notice any drawbacks going to the wider wheel/ lower offset as far as handling is concerned? Thanks again

[@alexandrudascal6576]

can go with 20 inches on subaru forester xt 2017????

[@ranran2218]

Recommendations for lug nuts. I wanted to secure my wheels and im not sure what lug nuts to buy for my enkei ts10. Any advice please

[@WRXGarage]

Gorilla spline drive! I have had them for a couple years and they've held up great. amzn.to/3vGIaqM

[@brycemysak8264]

Need some new summers this season on my 2015 WRX, thinking about running something abit beefier like 235/55R17, on stock wheels and suspension. Have any suggestions on an ideal size? I live somewhere that has pretty rough roads

[@WRXGarage]

255/40 would probably be your best bet on stock wheels! You'd get a thicker sidewall and a little bit wider tread

[@dfjdskf9234j4fisd]

Tire rack says 9.5 wide wheels won’t fix my wrx. Is this not true?

[@WRXGarage]

Not true at all.

[@ashleygrigsby11]

Thanks for the help! I have a 2015 wrx premium that I was looking at getting lowering springs and looking to run 18x8.5+40 on 245/40/18 PS4s I live in australia where we aren’t able to have any poke (cops are not a fun time about that here) What do you think of this set up?

[@WRXGarage]

That sounds like a great setup!

[@laflame5450]

I'm getting a 2020 wrx in June and I'm planning to stay on stock suspension for a while but I want somewhat flush wheel fitment. What wheel and tire specs would you recommend for me to get a flush look without having to roll my fenders or do anything like that.

[@WRXGarage]

18x9.5 +38, 255/35 tire

[@xINt3RNALK4RM4x]

I have a 2021 wrx with coil overs i have 18x9.5 +38. 255/35 tire i dont rub

[@oclaothug69]

Thanks

[@ryansmalkoski3889]

If I have AVID AV20 18x8.5 +33mm offset and I lower it on Tien S tech lowering springs will I have any issues with rubbing?

[@WRXGarage]

No that should be fine.

[@wrxstivideos7422]

I need help on my 2019 Sti, bought 18x9.5+38, I want them to pok out but running stock suspension I need a perfect tire recommendation please. Would be running toyo 888r I don’t want them to rub.

[@WRXGarage]

Stock suspension will be fine with that wheel size with 255/35 without rubbing

[@wrxstivideos7422]

Do I need wheels nuts?

[@WRXGarage]

Lug nuts?

[@wrxstivideos7422]

@@WRXGarage yes.

[@WRXGarage]

Depends on the wheel, but most likely, yes. amzn.to/3SNCntl These are a great budget option that last a long time

[@ceansilorcaso5820]

Hi, I have a 2017 STi with stock 245/40R18 and I want to buy all season tires in 255/40R18. So what do you think in will fix in the stock wheels?

[@WRXGarage]

The stock wheels are 18x8.5 so you can easily run 245/40 or 255/40. Shouldn't be any issues with clearance or rubbing

[@ianrarick1014]

I have a 2018 wrx premium, I have stock suspension and I’m looking into getting enkei raijin 18x9.5 35offset. Would you say that a 255/35 would be ok or would you recommend something else?

[@WRXGarage]

Yeah 255/35 with those wheels will be fine!

[@luiejohnmalimit]

Am really a noob with cars but can you fit a 21 inch wheel to a WRX?

[@WRXGarage]

No, a 21 inch wheel would require a huge amount of modification to the fenders and suspension.

[@luiejohnmalimit]

@@WRXGarage Oh okay, thanks for the reply.

[@Ieatzboltz]

I have a 2019 wrx base so my wheels are 17 inch so Im guessing I need bigger wheels to fit avid 18×9.5 +38? And if so what kind of tires if I also plan on dropping the car its on stock suspension right now.

[@WRXGarage]

With that tire size, I would go for 255/35. They're good for all around: performance, comfort, drop-ability. 245/40 would allow you to drop a bit farther without rubbing but you'd sacrafice the comfort

[@troyspurvey5158]

I plan on going with the same wheel specs as you guys, 18x9.5 + 35 .. would I have an issue putting on 245 40r18 tires on those wheel specs? Just trying to avoid buying new titres.

[@WRXGarage]

Watch our stream at 6pm EST and ask your question there!!

[@troyspurvey5158]

@@WRXGarage planned on joining the stream regardless, if you don’t see my question could you answer here ?

[@ChefFrosti]

Hey am I able to buy wheels with negative offset so I don’t have to buy spacers? Would that work?

[@WRXGarage]

Yeah you are able to do that, but most negative offset wheels are three piece deep dish wich won't fit these cars anyways

[@ChefFrosti]

@@WRXGarage thank you so much!!

[@ChefFrosti]

@@WRXGarage can the wrx fit more rims the. The Sti? Since I don’t have the huge brakes ?

[@s2ac]

I am planning on getting option labs in 18x9.5et38? stock suspension no plans on lowering, and don't want to roll fenders. would 265/35 fit with no rubbing? thanks.

[@WRXGarage]

Yes that will be fine with stock suspension

[@s2ac]

@@WRXGarage sweet thanks for the extremely quick response

[@JLFerguson]

Can I fit a 15” rally wheel on a 2022 WRX?

[@WRXGarage]

Probably not, 15" wheels would be crazy tight against the calipers. 17" would be close too

[@stephenmargetjak6989]

2021 STI stock height with stock 19" wheels...want to go with 19" aftermarket wheel what wheel size? and can I go up in tire size any?

[@WRXGarage]

To be completely honest, aftermarket 18" wheels would be a better option than 19". Better ride quality, more selection for wheel models and specs, better performance. That being said, 19x9 or 19x8.5 +35 are good options.

[@stephenmargetjak6989]

ok what is best set up size wise in 18 for stock 2021 sti? I want biggest tire without modification...

[@WRXGarage]

18x9.5 +35 or +38 with 255/40 tires

[@ZFA1738]

What’s the best fitment for performance/handling?

[@WRXGarage]

That's a very difficult question to answer! It entirely depends on what you need the car to do. Daily driver, normal driving, I think the best all around setup is 18x9.5 +35 or +38, 255/35 or 255/40. For a track specific setup, I'd say +38 or +45 for less issues with rubbing, 265/35 tires would be best.

[@ZFA1738]

@@WRXGarage see I have 18x10.5 plus 22 with 265/35/18 and it makes my car handle horribly. I know that’s an aggressive setup and is more for looks than anything. But I just don’t want to get a new set up and have it handle similar since I do track my car and go up to the canyons on a weekly basis

[@WRXGarage]

What kind of wheels are they? That by itself shouldn't make your handling bad.. it could be an alignment or bad tires, too heavy wheels, etc

[@WRXGarage]

Also, what camber are you running to be able to fit those? What coilovers?

[@ZFA1738]

@@WRXGarage they’re esr pf01 reps so I’m sure they’re heavy

[@angelamaral3934]

What’s the lowest offset you can go on these cars ? 2016 wrx planning on getting 18s

[@WRXGarage]

Depends on wheel width, suspension, tires, etc. Stock suspension? Rolles fenders? Max camber you'd like to run?

[@angelamaral3934]

@@WRXGarage looking to get rpf1 18x9.5 maybe Im lowered on bc coilovers and have rear camber adjustments but I would like to keep the camber stock and not roll fenders

[@WRXGarage]

You'd probably be best off with +35 at the most aggressive. You could possibly pull off +22 but you'd have to stretch the tires and camber around 4 degrees without rolling the fenders!

[@angelamaral3934]

@@WRXGarage ok I think I’ma go with 18x9.5 +35 all around and for tires what size would you recommend with this wheel , I don’t want rubber bands as tire or have huge sidewalls either

[@WRXGarage]

255/35 is usually the best option for 9.5" wheels! You could also go with 255/40 for a thicker sidewall or 265/35 for a bulkier tire shoulder.

[@ViperCoPinkVipers]

I have 265/35/18 9.5 and there poking out a lot on my base wrx what should I do

[@WRXGarage]

What offset?

[@ViperCoPinkVipers]

@@WRXGarage I believe 9.5

[@ViperCoPinkVipers]

Or 35 all around

[@WRXGarage]

Wheels are 18x9.5 +35?

[@ViperCoPinkVipers]

@@WRXGarage yes but I’m suspension is still stock and fenders aren’t rolled

[@Ieatzboltz]

What front lip is that btw.

[@WRXGarage]

Blue or silver one?

[@Ace62595]

Both

[@WRXGarage]

Blue JNA Silver is a eBay lip

[@ayenunu]

Better show your stock . Not your faces 😂

[@aaronderrick5721]

What's up guys, this was a really good video guys, cleared a lot things up for me . Perfectly informative, well done guys..

[@reecethompson1720]

Nice comment guys!

[@christophercleveland1191]

WOW WOW WOW what great info from start to end men! solid job. I have a 2011sti and live in Alaska so I will be keeping my stock car hight due to heavy snow, and there are as many dirt roads as there are paved, so underbelly clearance is absolutely a must. I will be running new coilers but staying with close to stock alignment and and stance. Now I am armed with the info I need to shop. I am looking at 265/35 18s and 35 offset as well. My question is I have the stock tire pressure transmitter for tire pressure out of my factory rims. Are they all standard sizes? another words, will they fit the new rims or are they manufacturer specific? Thank you for taking the time (-:

[@spoopdiewoopdie8092]

So I just purchased a 2016 wrx. Literally the ice silver wrx is what I want size wise. Maybe my hearing is bad idk lol. But I want those wheels. 18x9.5 +35 but what are the rims ? Nvm found it. Enkie ts10

[@marcn1777]

Thank you for making this video!! After watching would you guys say that for complete stock suspension and does not require any modifications, sizing would be 265/35 for +38 and 255/40 for +35 would be the widest and highest aspect ratio tire combination? Thanks in advance!

[@rpitneyjr]

I know this is an old vid but the stock Premium/Limited wheels do fit Brembos (The performance pack has stock wheels with Brembos).

[@jessel1217]

Thank you guys. This helped a lot. I want an OEM look so I'm gonna go find myself some STi OEM rims and get some tires for them and call it a day :)

[@davemetzler5462]

So This is aftermarket wheels & suspension setup... My question is :: What is the biggest tire i can put on my 2021 WRX Premium without any suspension mods or rolling the fenders?? with stock rims(18X8.5) tire size now is 245-40-R18 Any help would be greatly appreciated.. Thanks

[@WRXGarage]

255/40 probably.

[@tommanning7337]

Dude!!! Those white calipers though 🔥🔥🔥🔥👍🏻

[@WRXGarage]

😏🤙

[@noahscars1457]

What happens when you don’t run coil overs and have bags instead? How would you flush the wheels with that type of suspension?

[@markanthony3991]

Great video, guys! I know you are getting lots of questions. Do you mind quickly confirming that 18X8 +35 will be ok?! I bought these and don't even have my WRX yet lol I have no plans of altering suspension and don't want to use spacers. Thanks!

[@eduardofernandez2704]

Would 18x9.5 +39 work for a stock 2018 Sti Limited?

[@darkaceadrian]

What’s up guys, this is a great video and very informative... I just have a quick question and some help. So I have some wheels from my previous car that fortunately got totaled, lucky for me I bought a 2018 STI. The wheels I was running on my previous car where 19x9.5 +22, tires are 245/40/19.. I tried them on my STI and they poked A LOT... I really liked that looked and was thinking about getting the s209 fender flares to fill in that poke. I just don’t know if those tires are going to be rubbing on my stock fenders on a stock suspension with that tire size and Im really thinking of rolling/cutting my fenders as a last resort, what are my options here?... really hope this reaches out to you guys and thanks in advanced

[@WRXGarage]

The s209 fender flares are not designed for function!! You'd have to heavily modify them and cut your fenders to make room. Just keep that in mind

[@darkaceadrian]

I’m sorry but I don’t quite understand they’re not design for function? What does that mean? I know subiespeed sells some OLM S209 fender flares that just glue onto the stock fenders and makes the car about 1.7 inches wider... and it doesn’t require cutting the stock fenders

[@darkaceadrian]

I just don’t know if that wheel and tire combo is going to be rubbing on a stock suspension

[@WRXGarage]

Fender flares are designed to replace the outer lip of the fender, you're supposed to cut off the oem fender underneath to make room for larger wheels/tires. With these tape on ones, they aren't designed to do that, only bump the fender out visually. Which means adding them without cutting the fender underneath will actually make your wheels fit worse

[@marcj.d]

Is the bolt pattern on the 2015- >> Subaru really 5x114.3? Cause I have wheels that are for that bolt pattern but when I put the lug nuts on it, it won’t screw all the way. I don’t want to force it or else I may strip the threads. So I just end up putting the stock lugs, while still works.

[@WRXGarage]

Lug nuts not fitting has nothing to do with the bolt pattern. Sounds like you have the wrong thread pitch which is a completely separate measurement.

[@zm4678]

Wait wait, y'all said dont use Anti-seige? 😅 ive used this all my life for the lug-nut bolts on various cars. Can u dive into your reasoning a bit more?

[@WRXGarage]

Torque specs on any bolt on the car is based on not using anti sieze. you could potentially use it and increase the torque value on the lug nuts, but you risk snapping the studs. Properly threading the lug nuts on by hand and then using the correct torque value will be the best way to keep them from seizing long-term.

[@Savage_Queue]

I'm thinking I want 16 inch wheels on my wrx 2021 premium. I have the stock 18 inch wheels right now. Would I have problems clearing my brakes? I was thinking of going with Sparcos or Method wheels. Is it so much of a hassle that I should just suck it up and go with 17s? As far as I know those will definitely clear my brakes.

[@OFFICIALRAPTORTHERAPPER]

you say ugh and ughm about 143 times, good video explanation though.

[@_boxer_wrx_sti_]

Thank you for the info! 💯

[@simonvance8054]

Great explanation on the offset. Even I could understand it!...thanks guys...

[@BlAcKVeNuM911]

Factory 2021 WRX capable of 235/55/17 tires? - 27.2 inch diameter? Trying to see I should go WRX over Legacy and I’d like to fit wildpeak AT’s under either.

[@chrisloya6988]

What material type wheels are you using with the smaller tires? I keep thinking I need forged wheels, can you go with cast?

[@mike423439]

Guys, what's the problem with antiseize? I use it on almost everything.

[@kietkietk]

Did you guys even got your speedo calibrated with the 255/35/18 tires?

[@ayenunu]

Seems liked you don't have the balls to talk about wheels..

[@trvpluiss]

i have a 20’ STi, i got a set of 18x9.0+30 with a 245/40/18 tire. Do you think i will need spacers to clear the brembos? They’re similar to the Te37’s. Any suggestions? New to all this, first sports car and first car i have ever modded. i’m only 18 Lol.

[@WRXGarage]

18x9 +30 should be fine for clearing brembos. Another option you can do is go on the fitmentindustries gallery and search for that exact size wheel on a 20+ STI with the 6 pot brembos! See if they clear

[@shawnwillbok]

But how does the different sizes affect the Speedometer

[@karladambarone738]

Yooo I need help badly.. I’m planning to get a after market wheels, the specs would be 18x8 with 30 offset, do u think that’s too aggressive with the stock heights? Thanks

[@WRXGarage]

No that's completely fine!! Go for it.

[@ronaldpenasollet4184]

Great video guys lot of questions answered, so in your opinion what is the best combination of wheels measurements and coilover lowering for performance?

[@thecarsavant]

Is a 265/35 tire going to handle/ride drastically different that a 255/35?

[@WRXGarage]

Depends on the wheel size! Assuming 9.5" wheels, the 265/35 will just have a bit more grip, but also have a taller sidewall so will actually be more comfortable on the road. 255/35 will technically have less sidewall flex when hard cornering so there's a bit of tradeoff. Kevin's coilovers are a bit more aggressive so the extra road comfort is definitely worth it.

[@thecarsavant]

WRXGarage Thanks for the quick reply! I actually ordered a set of TS-10's with the 255 tire size. Is there a drastic different between how your two WRX's handle/ride? I am actually considering Fortune Auto 500 coilovers for mine but am worried that will be too rough for my daily driving needs now.

[@WRXGarage]

To be completely honest, I think the FA500s are actually more comfortable than stock.. you can up that even more by opting for the swift springs. Kyle's car feels super comfortable with 255/35 so i don't really think it makes a ton of a difference between them.

[@thecarsavant]

WRXGarage Glad to hear it! It sounds like the suspension geometry plays the biggest role in ride quality then. I'll let you know how my setup turns out. Thanks for your continued great content!

[@aaronderrick5721]

This is a good question

[@rayzempt9670]

What’s the best wheel setup for a 15 wrx with stock suspension i have 17s but want to go up a size so 18x9.5 what’s the best size tire I can get to get a little poke like yours

[@WRXGarage]

Poke will depend more on the wheel offset than the tire size. 18x9.5 +35 or +38 is the perfect amount of poke. As for tire size on that wheel, 255/35 or 265/35 are both good options.

[@paladin3116]

is it possible to run staggered setup on a wrx or it never works? i have two options. 245/35/18 rear 285/35/18, it only has a 0.4% difference between the circumference and diameter and 275/35/18 rear 295/35/18 the diameter is equal front and rear and circumference is basically the same 84.9 to 84.7

[@WRXGarage]

Sounds to me like your math is a bit off.. the difference in sidewall height between 245/35 and 285/35 is massive. Remember that "35" sidewall is a ratio not a measurement. Also, 245/35 is going to be very very stretched on an 18x9.5 wheel. Unless you're talking about a staggered wheel setup too.. From my understanding, staggered setups are basically only for Subarus that do the quarter mile. for a street car, and even most track cars, you don't need to run tires wider than 275 at the absolute maximum, some say 265 is the max.

[@paladin3116]

@@WRXGarage i meant to type 245/35/18 rear 285/30/18 and 255/35/18 rear 295/30/18. Sorry about that and yeah i would have a staggered wheels also idk how that would work out since its awd. Might just do the 265 or 275 all round

[@WRXGarage]

Ahhhh that makes sense. Square setup almost always will have the best performance for awd.

[@reyn3047]

For the car owner with the enkei ts10, why did you have to camber to -2.5 degrees? Does it rub without camber? And also how much is the gap between the tire and the fender in front?

[@reyn3047]

I dropped my car an inch and running same wheels as yours. Currently on 235/40 tires. I am planning on getting 265/35 but worried about rubbing. I have rear control arms though, but planning to make my wheels stand straight as possible

[@johnhaakman9510]

Its not the weird audio, it is the background music, not necessary when you are trying to get us to disseminate the info you are giving us. Still appreciate your video though.

[@WRXGarage]

Thanks for the feedback John

[@jmt0728]

What if I ran a 18x9.5 +38 offset with a 265/35r18 on stock sti suspension? Any rubbing issues or should that be fine?

[@WRXGarage]

Should be fine, might rub a tiny bit in the rear over really harsh bumps

[@ainsworththompson1763]

I have a 2017 wrx with lowering springs. I bought wheels 18x9.5 with +38 offset. Whats the best tire size for my car? My mechanic recommended 265 40 18 to compensate for the lowering springs. I was thinking that a 265 35 18 might be better. What do you guys recommend?

[@xINt3RNALK4RM4x]

255/35 thats what i run with 18x9.5 +38

[@coryanderson5210]

Got a ‘20 STI, and currently looking at the enkei rpf1 wheels at 18x9 +38offset. I want somewhere between flush or a negligibly small poke out. I don’t want to increase drag… haha I see the +35 option is popular as well… Prolly go with 255/40/18s. I want a meatier tire. I came from muscle cars and miss the deep dish wheel option… but was wondering what you guys think of this hypothetical set up on a stock STI suspension. Will it rub? I don’t want to roll anything, i dont want any spacers or what nots. If I get coil overs later, set at 1/2-1in lower, will my decision still be optimum? I could shoot for the 9.5in width, or the smaller 245s, but feel 255/40s would counter the smaller diameter wheel and potentially even give me a taller tire.

[@roddydykes7053]

Sure

[@rubberlessg241]

Whats the name of your front lip?

[@__dedan]

WHAT rims are in the blue sub?

[@emmvnuel1617]

I was looking at enkei TS9 18x8.5 +35 (245/40 tires) for my 2017 Wrx. Im keeping my suspensions stock and want to avoid any trouble of rolling fenders, getting spacers etc. Will this fitment work out without any rubbing?

[@WRXGarage]

Yes you'll be far from rubbing!

[@jamesli5116]

Just got a set of gold Turbomac 18x8.5 +30 Will 245/45/18 tires fit with stock 17wrx suspensions?

[@WRXGarage]

Yes definitely!

[@garettbond6182]

I came here hoping for a specific answer but still didn’t find it. I’m only having RCE Yellow lowering springs installed over the factory WRX springs. But I hear mixed reviews whether 265/35 will rub on 18x9.5+38 wedsports rims. I don’t wanna roll my fenders, I love the slimmer sidewall look but I also want my wheel protected from chips. I will be tracking it eventually so the tires can’t be stretched either. Any answers on whether 265 will fit without issues?

[@WRXGarage]

This is a good question... The lowering springs will lower your car a little less than 1 inch (22mm).. with 265 tires and those spec of wheels I'd guess you might have some rubbing issues in the rear, unless you add lower control arms for a little bit more camber in the rear. If you run 255/35 instead I bet you'd be fine. If you want the 265s, either roll your fenders a tiny bit or add more camber to the rears with LCAs

[@garettbond6182]

@@WRXGarage thank you!

[@gregorym1190]

Thanks for the help!

[@jt91z32tt]

Will a 255 35 19 fit on a 19x8.5 wheel properly? I was thinking of just doing the 245. I want a slightly wider tire.

[@WRXGarage]

I've never heard of a 255 being put on an 8.5. 245/40 is usually the best size for them! You might be able to get away with a 255/35 instead

[@slaviktsybulnyk2907]

I put 255/35/19 on My STI 2019 - No problems at all. Actually it is better than 245 because of extra 5mm of Sidewall height

[@williamheidbrink2411]

Will a 17-10 with a 6.75 backspacing work on a 2015 sti

[@WRXGarage]

It's not likely that any 17" wheels would fit over STI brembos

[@juicee__]

Very helpful I just have a question, I have a 16 wrx sti and was planning on getting av6 avid1 18x 8.5 +35mm with 245/40 r18 tires would this be fine a set up with the brembos its got ?

[@WRXGarage]

If you have the 4 pot brembos, those might clear, depends on the exact wheel design, but yes most likely. The stock 18x8.5 +55 clear so +35 should clear too.

[@juicee__]

@@WRXGarage thanks so much !

[@Ace62595]

Would you stay with my 17s or go 18s (19 WRX)