I have 20 X 7.5 wheels with a 42mm offset. I also have 225/35/20 tires. I am looking at the SpringTech or Goldline springs to lower my wifes HHR. Will I be safe from rubbing or would I have to trim the rear fender lip.

I have 20 X 7.5 wheels with a 42mm offset. I also have 225/35/20 tires. I am looking at the SpringTech or Goldline springs to lower my wifes HHR. Will I be safe from rubbing or would I have to trim the rear fender lip.

I thought you had 30 series tires......

Most likely you will need to have the rear fenders rolled and the inner fender liner trimmed to accomodate those wheels after lowering.

Pretty much anytime you go 18's or larger and lower the car - it's going to be required.

Hope it helps,

I thought you had 30 series tires......

Ahh! I am an idot... I do have 30 series tires...

what type of wheels are yours brand....

kajunhhr is in a band??? :confused: :nuts:

what type of wheels are yours band....


STARR Alloys 288 made in Flordia...

oops sorry!

thanks for the info which website did you get them from? And where in FL are they !

you could use the eibach kit which dosent lower it as much as the goldlines, maybe you wont have any problems then,

thanks for the info which website did you get them from? And where in FL are they !


I ordered them from ebay.. $1400 shipped to my door. Wheels, tires, mounted/balanced and locks and lugs... I am very happy with them and also there is no one around with anything like these...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/20-x7-5-Starr-288-rims-Chrome-deep-tire-rim-package_W0QQitemZ200041425411QQihZ010QQcategoryZ66 486QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I like them to, hope you dont mind if I buy some.

I like them to, hope you dont mind if I buy some.

I don't mind out all. Post some pics when you get them on.

I ordered them from ebay.. $1400 shipped to my door. Wheels, tires, mounted/balanced and locks and lugs... I am very happy with them and also there is no one around with anything like these...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/20-x7-5-Starr-288-rims-Chrome-deep-tire-rim-package_W0QQitemZ200041425411QQihZ010QQcategoryZ66 486QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I've seen those deals on e-bay before but I always wonder what kind of quality of tires they package with the rims.

Do you mind if I ask what brand of tire came with yours? I don't mean to pry. Just curious for myself when I'm ready to upgrade in the future.

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I've seen those deals on e-bay before but I always wonder what kind of quality of tires they package with the rims.

Do you mind if I ask what brand of tire came with yours? I don't mean to pry. Just curious for myself when I'm ready to upgrade in the future.

Nankang. Definitely not the best but if kept properly inflated and balanced they will last around 20,000 to 30,000 miles...

whats your tire size, I know its a 30 seris, and can we get some close up pics of how thick the tire is please!

I don't mind out all. Post some pics when you get them on.

First he needs to get an HHR to put them on :lol:

its comming just hold on lol!

yes it is dont worrie karen!

i think youd be fine if they are 7.5. 8.5 youll need to do some trimming

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g109/sittnonchrome/jasonstruck0010.jpg

If the offset is the same, WTF does the rim width have to do with where the edge of the tire sits, which is where rubbing issues become a problem???

If the rim width changes with the same offset, the shoulder of the tire is in the exact same place, folks.

I need to post a picture here... Too many SoCal posts on this issue have confused folks on the facts.

yea pics would help please!