FL5 Type R Setup – What Happens After Installation

A Honda Civic Type R FL5 came into Autosport Tyre World for a full setup.

Most people focus on:

• wheels
• tyres

But the real difference comes after installation.

👉 Alignment

The Setup Installed

Wheels: Rays Volk Racing TE37 Saga S Plus
Size: 18x10 +40

Tyres: Yokohama Advan AD09
Size: 265/35R18

Shop links:
TE37 → https://autostw.com.au/products/rays-volk-racing-te37saga-s-plus-matt-black-mb-fl5-fk8?_pos=6&_sid=dbb007b27&_ss=r
AD09 → https://autostw.com.au/products/265-35r18-97w-yokohama-advan-ad09?_pos=1&_sid=254a67d89&_ss=r

Before Alignment – What the Data Shows

From the alignment report:

• rear toe was significantly out
• total rear toe exceeded optimal range
• front toe slightly uneven
• camber not optimised for wider setup

👉 This is very common after wheel upgrades

After Alignment – What Changed

After correction:

• rear toe brought back into range
• front toe balanced
• camber adjusted closer to target
• steering axis corrected

👉 The car is now geometrically correct for the setup

Why This Matters on 18x10 Setup

Running 18x10 +40 with 265 tyres:

• increases contact patch
• amplifies alignment sensitivity
• makes incorrect geometry more noticeable

Without alignment:

• tyres wear faster
• grip becomes inconsistent
• steering feels off

Real Driving Difference

After alignment, the difference is clear:

• steering becomes more precise
• car tracks straight
• corner entry is more stable
• tyre grip is more consistent

Why AD09 Highlights Alignment Issues

Yokohama Advan AD09 is a high-grip tyre.

That means:

• it reacts more to alignment
• it exposes geometry issues
• it rewards correct setup

👉 Good alignment = better performance
👉 Bad alignment = wasted tyre

Alignment Is Not Optional

For performance builds:

👉 alignment is not a finishing step
👉 it is part of the setup

Wheel + tyre alone is incomplete.

Real-World Conclusion

This FL5 setup works because:

• correct wheel size
• correct tyre choice
• correct alignment

All three are matched.

Where to Do Performance Alignment in Adelaide

For setups like this, alignment must be done with understanding of:

• wider wheels
• performance tyres
• driving intent

Autosport Tyre World provides alignment based on real-world performance setups.

Final Setup Summary

Vehicle: Honda Civic Type R FL5
Wheels: TE37 Saga S Plus
Size: 18x10 +40

Tyres: Yokohama AD09
Size: 265/35R18

Key result: Alignment corrected to match setup

FAQ

Why is alignment important after new wheels?

Because wheel size and offset change suspension geometry.

What happens if I skip alignment?

Uneven wear, poor handling and reduced performance.

Does AD09 require alignment?

Yes, it performs best with proper geometry.

What is toe and why does it matter?

Toe affects stability and tyre wear.

What is camber used for?

Camber helps maximise tyre contact during cornering.

Is alignment different for performance cars?

Yes, settings are often adjusted based on usage.