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How Do I know if a Wheel Fits?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by 2007BlackPrius, Mar 29, 2011.

  1. 2007BlackPrius

    2007BlackPrius New Member

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    2011 SCION TC OEM 18" WHEELS & TIRES

    Will these fit on a 2007 Base Prius without any issues? Also, if I get springs that lower the car 1.5 inches, will this be an issue?
     
    #1 2007BlackPrius, Mar 29, 2011
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    yes, but your mpg will go to shit..

    it might be a little tight to drop it, i have scion 17's with 215/45 and it fills in the gap fine..
     
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    what is your mpg difference from the switch to 17s?
     
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    if you upsize to 18s or even 17s then you definitely need a good drop to balance the look.
     
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    How do I know how much I can safely drop/wheel size though. I don't want to buy them and realize it's not going to work.
     
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    I highly suggest buying the springs before you get new rims/tires. If you REALLY want to do it right I suggest coilovers - that way you can also adjust the height if needed.
     
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    Oh by the way, to test wheel size go to a rim place. They'll help you figure out what fits and doesn't fit, again, after you've dropped the car.
     
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    The 2011 Scion TC 18" will NOT fit the Prius, if you're talking about the new model TC, without modification to the existing bolt pattern. Toyota/Scion changed out the bolt pattern to 5x114.3. The Prius and Gen I TC have a 5x100 bolt pattern.

    But if you are going with the Gen I TC rims (even the upsized 18" TRD rims), they will fit without rubbing issues. Use this calculator to determine how much space you have to deal with:
    Wheel Offset Calculator
     
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    What about fender rolling? From what I've seen, 17" seems to be the largest before you must start rolling those fenders.
     
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    No the Gen II Prius can go up to 18x8.5 but it looks severely disproportioned unless slammed.
     
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