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Old 10-08-2014, 11:35 AM
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The MB Vectors are only available in 18x8+38 which is more sunk in than an OEM wheel; pass on those. The only Drag DR-37s in acceptable sizes for the Z is either 19x8.5+20 (front) 19x9.5+20 (rear) if you want a staggered set up or 19x9.5+20 all around if you want a square set up. If those are your only options I would opt for 19x9.5+20 all around.
Old 10-08-2014, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by AdvanZ33
The MB Vectors are only available in 18x8+38 which is more sunk in than an OEM wheel; pass on those. The only Drag DR-37s in acceptable sizes for the Z is either 19x8.5+20 (front) 19x9.5+20 (rear) if you want a staggered set up or 19x9.5+20 all around if you want a square set up. If those are your only options I would opt for 19x9.5+20 all around.
They don't have to be out of those two, I just liked how those look. Do you have some suggestions for wheels? I would like to keep them close to the stock look in terms of offset. I think I'm still going 225/45 in the front and 245/45s in the back. I don't know much about wheels and tires obviously I appreciate the help!
Old 10-09-2014, 12:51 PM
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Thinking about buying Work M.C.O.
Front Spec: 18x9.5 +22 (semi concave face)
Front Spec: 18x10.0 +20 | 18x10.0 +15 (mid concave face)
Rear Spec: 18x10.5 +12 | 18x10.5 +20 | 18x11.0 +18 (full concave face)

What offset would guy recommend?
Trying to go for 265/35F and 285/35R for tires.
I'll be lower with coilovers.
Rear fenders are rolled.
Have rear camber but no front camber
Old 10-09-2014, 05:15 PM
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Face concavity is important for front brake clearance, if you don't have Brembos or bbk no worries.

I have 285/35/18 on 10.5 +15 with room to spare on a very mild roll. Go 10.5 +12 in the rear. Fronts will be fine with any of those.
Old 10-10-2014, 04:24 AM
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Originally Posted by iFOB
Thinking about buying Work M.C.O.
Front Spec: 18x9.5 +22 (semi concave face)
Front Spec: 18x10.0 +20 | 18x10.0 +15 (mid concave face)
Rear Spec: 18x10.5 +12 | 18x10.5 +20 | 18x11.0 +18 (full concave face)

What offset would guy recommend?
Trying to go for 265/35F and 285/35R for tires.
I'll be lower with coilovers.
Rear fenders are rolled.
Have rear camber but no front camber
Don't know much about the face and clearance think, just never dealt with that, but I would go with the 10 inch front and 11 inch rear combo.
Old 10-10-2014, 05:06 AM
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Originally Posted by mr. sparco
Face concavity is important for front brake clearance, if you don't have Brembos or bbk no worries.

I have 285/35/18 on 10.5 +15 with room to spare on a very mild roll. Go 10.5 +12 in the rear. Fronts will be fine with any of those.
Originally Posted by terrasmak
Don't know much about the face and clearance think, just never dealt with that, but I would go with the 10 inch front and 11 inch rear combo.
thanks!
Old 10-29-2014, 07:29 PM
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10.5 +10 on 255/40 square.
Old 11-02-2014, 12:10 PM
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Default need help with fitment

will a 225/45/18 fit on a 8.75 rim just fine? i dont want it to look stupid like these "stanced" people. Thanks
Old 11-02-2014, 02:38 PM
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^^ Yes... a wheel 18x8.5" is within specifications and works perfectly with 225/45-18" tires.
Old 11-02-2014, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by joey502
will a 225/45/18 fit on a 8.75 rim just fine? i dont want it to look stupid like these "stanced" people. Thanks
Far from stance but not exactly ideal for a z.
Old 11-03-2014, 11:10 PM
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Trying to figure out what tire size to go with up front. My current setup is
255/35/18 +15f
285/35/18 +15r
Continental extreme contact dw tires and
lowered on sport lines.

I screwed up when I got the 255 for the front and now wanting to change. I was thinking maybe a 275/35 or should I stick with a 265/35 up front?

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Originally Posted by Zjunky
Trying to figure out what tire size to go with up front. My current setup is
255/35/18 +15f
285/35/18 +15r
Continental extreme contact dw tires and
lowered on sport lines.

I screwed up when I got the 255 for the front and now wanting to change. I was thinking maybe a 275/35 or should I stick with a 265/35 up front?
Either works well, but you didn't mention what width wheels you have
Old 11-04-2014, 12:04 AM
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Originally Posted by terrasmak
Either works well, but you didn't mention what width wheels you have
Sorry bout that. I'm running 9.5 up front and 10.5in the rear.
Old 11-04-2014, 07:12 AM
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18x8 +13 (30MM spacer) / 18X9 +15
245/40 front 265/40 rear BFG G-Sport Comp2
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Originally Posted by Zjunky
Sorry bout that. I'm running 9.5 up front and 10.5in the rear.
Either will work fine on those wheels, without added camber the 275 will rub, the 265 will just hit the screw on the fender liner
Old 11-04-2014, 06:00 PM
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Needing some help. Main goals include more aggressive fitment/look, lateral or increased performance from stock, works with Vdc, still functional. Wheels would be 18'x9.5 +12 up front 18'x10.5 +12 backs. Tires 245/45/18 & 275/40/18. Opinions and help greatly appreciated! Thanks.

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Run 245/40 front, roll the rears, and you'll be fine.
Old 11-04-2014, 06:28 PM
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Any harm running that 245/45 up front. Got 2 new tires of that size I'd like to run through first
Thanks man.
Old 11-04-2014, 06:35 PM
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IIRC a taller front tire will cause issues.
Old 11-04-2014, 06:45 PM
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I did the calculations via tire calculator and the actual sidewall height is exactly the same. Am I'm missing something? I'm sure you've seen this question before, thanks again.


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