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Wheel spacers are here!!

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by shawnb2, Feb 18, 2011.

  1. HI MPG

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    Thanks Andy. I don't think my rims have pockets, so I have to re-think this. I think 25mm is a bit too extreme for the look I'm trying to achieve. Guess I'll have to start pounding some studs...
     
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    After looking at what I saw when they put 20mm spacers on you still need a small pocket behind them to clear. I just bought some cut off wheels for my grinder and may put my 15mm spacers on today. Will just take off about 5mm off the end of the factory studs. If I ever have to go back to stock i'll take the time to swap them out with new ones. I'm not sure about the rubbing issue unless i'd see you setup in person all done. Mine rubbed the outside of the tire under heavy compression which isn't very hard being I'm so low. Let me know what you end up doing.
     
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    I got my spacers which are the Ichiba's as well. Version I for the fronts since they are so thin and version II for the rear. They are about the same price once you figure in the sellers shipping cost as ordering them through Darkside Motoring here in the valley where I got mine. Had them in 2 days since Ichiba is local in CA. 15mm were $125.
     
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    Yes, 25mm will be way too much without having to do some serious fender rolling and/or flaring for sure. If I wasn't limited to what I can do with my hand I'd help you out. As it is I have to work on getting a friend over here to possibly help me today to put mine on. Good luck and let's see some pics when you're done.
     
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    And the rears are finally on. Will have pics of the wheels and fender after I go grab some lunch. But here's what I did to get them to fit. Wasn't bad at all. Took about 20 minutes per wheel. The grinder with the cut off wheel zipped right through them.
     

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    Here's the pics after everything has settled back in. Fronts have 5mm bringing them to +45 and the rears are 15mm bringing them to +35. Sits real nice and shouldn't need to roll the fenders at all.
     

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    Damn that looks clean Shawn! Can I borrow your grinder/hacksaw? ;)
     
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    Come on over. I've got nothing but time for the rest of the month pretty much. We can get it done in no time, especially having help. I'd be happy to help you out if you can make it up my way. About an hour and fifteen from Disneyland without traffic. Not too bad.
     
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    Very tempting... I will definitely consider your offer. I have to get the spacers first and then go from there. I'll PM you for your info once I get spacers in hand. Thanks for sharing your experience and photos Shawn.
     
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    So did in fact have to roll the rear fenders just a bit. Was still scrubbing on hard hit dips in the road. A couple quick pics of it in the shop having it done this morning. They did a great job. Car is really coming together.
     

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    First time i've seen a Prius up on Evasive's lift. hardcore.
     
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    I'm sure it was theirs too. It's certainly one way to get to know guys at a shop like theirs and have them all remember your name. Throw 19" Wedssports on a Prius. They definitely seem to like the look. Very good and very helpful over there. Have done me real good. Will always do business with them.