I asked in the wheels forum, but need answer asap as I need to purchase them on 5/31 in the am. The rims are 18x8.5 with 45 offset and only weigh 17.6 lbs each. I will be mounting 235-40-18 tires on them. The set will go on a 97 with an eibach drop (1.5). Do you forsee any rubbing issues? Looking at my 16 inch oem set, it looks like I am ok. Please let me know asap.

 

I have a combo that is very close to that, with no issues at all.

Maxspeed springs, about 1.5" drop.

18x8x45mm, with 225/45-18 tires.

What you are going with is only a shade larger, my guess is you should be OK.
Perhaps someone else can get closer.

 

Pick them up and be prepared to shell out for some good ~10mm spacers.

 

Does anyone has 8.5 width rims with 45 offset on his/her 4th gen?

 

ther is enough clearance to fit upto 19" with no real problems but be prepared to get some spacers like others have said.

 

with a 8.5" width you could go with a 245 width tire too. Make sure to post pics when you get them

 

That offset is a little high, you might rub on full lock. Try to get something closer to +35. I prefer the wheels to stick out more and be flush with the edge of the fenders.