So it now time to get new wheels need help with offset.
05-15-2016, 07:57 AM
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So it now time to get new wheels need help with offset.
I have been reading and trying to do the math and I think these will work but want to know from some other z owners if I'm right.
Front wheel
Konig Lightning
18 X8 5-114.30 35 offset BKGLML
Tire size 245/40r18
Rear wheels options
Konig Lightning
18 X9.5 5-114.30 25 offset BKGLML
275/35R18
I like these wheels for two reasons they save on weight being there 22 pounds and factory for this year is 26 and there cheap but look ok for the price.
Front wheel
Konig Lightning
18 X8 5-114.30 35 offset BKGLML
Tire size 245/40r18
Rear wheels options
Konig Lightning
18 X9.5 5-114.30 25 offset BKGLML
275/35R18
I like these wheels for two reasons they save on weight being there 22 pounds and factory for this year is 26 and there cheap but look ok for the price.
05-15-2016, 09:31 AM
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Your better off getting the 18x9.5 25offset for all wheels your tire selection is a bit garbage as well what have you been reading??? 255/40/18 front 275/40/18 rear...
245/40/18 front 265 or 275/40/18 rear...
If you have a base model z 265/40/18 or 275/40/18 square.
A +15 offset would be better if available... Should stay away from anything over 25 offset
245/40/18 front 265 or 275/40/18 rear...
If you have a base model z 265/40/18 or 275/40/18 square.
A +15 offset would be better if available... Should stay away from anything over 25 offset
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05-15-2016, 09:41 AM
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These wheels Don't have a 25 mm offset for the front wheels. I have been reading a lot of forums and the size I found the most common was the one I listed. I'm not sure what u mean by square? I have a Track/touring model. I have every damn feature this model year z came with but my wheels have not aged the best and I want to change them. I just ordered the nismo full suspension setup springs, shocks, sway bars.
05-15-2016, 10:03 AM
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Wont the rear tire still be taller than the front with that setup? I have also found these wheels That with tires I can get in my price range.
MR116
Black w/Red Stripe
18 x 8 front and 18 X 9 rear no real weight saving. 35mm offset front and rear.
MR116
Black w/Red Stripe
18 x 8 front and 18 X 9 rear no real weight saving. 35mm offset front and rear.
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05-15-2016, 12:04 PM
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From all my reading brembo brakes only came on the track model in 03 and I have all the features of the touring model and I have checked the wheels and they are the touring wheels. I'm a second owner of the this car. The first owner had some really nice mods and I have been trying to make it even better.
05-15-2016, 12:32 PM
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Well putting brembo brakes on the car doesn't change its trim level... Its probably a touring model that someone upgraded the brakes. But them heated leather seats sure are nice.
This is a nice option
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...4&autoModClar=
A member on here recently got these exact wheels and they look very nice. Also available in black if thats your preference.. The 255/40-275/40 tire combo will maintain the stagger the car will be happy with so you won't have problems with your slip light coming on. (Because it is same height as factory tires)
Lots of other styles available on the enkei tuning line that work very well for the 350z
This is a nice option
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...4&autoModClar=
A member on here recently got these exact wheels and they look very nice. Also available in black if thats your preference.. The 255/40-275/40 tire combo will maintain the stagger the car will be happy with so you won't have problems with your slip light coming on. (Because it is same height as factory tires)
Lots of other styles available on the enkei tuning line that work very well for the 350z
05-15-2016, 12:39 PM
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Excited to finally contribute to this thread! So here’s my base 2005 with 18 inch Enkei Kojins on stock suspension. Fronts 8.5 w/25 offset and Rears 9.5 w/15 offset with 255 40 and 275 40 Bridgestone RE760 Sports. I’m loving how flush both front and back look(I know…front isn’t as aggressive as back but it’s perfect for me) No rubbing or modifications or spacers…PERFECT. 
I know some will say “needs moar lows” and see this….
But I am totally happy with the height…plenty low and no drop needed for me.
Thanks again to members Waiz, Terrasmak, and Spike100, MicVelo, Travlee, GPD and Dboyzalter for the knowledge and advice.
Shawn
I know some will say “needs moar lows” and see this….
But I am totally happy with the height…plenty low and no drop needed for me.
Thanks again to members Waiz, Terrasmak, and Spike100, MicVelo, Travlee, GPD and Dboyzalter for the knowledge and advice.
Shawn
05-15-2016, 02:21 PM
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Are those rear wheels 19's They don't seem the same as the front.? That might be to flush for me. I like the tire to be inside a little so all the crap from the road doesn't get on the paint job. After I install the new clutch,wheels, and all the bushings and tomei lsd I have here it's time for a new paint job current 4 color paint job is old to me now and has to go.
05-15-2016, 03:11 PM
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I don't know I would say made up but I think 25mm front and 20-25mm on the back would be about prefect after talking with every one today about this. Does the offset change if I want to do deep dish wheels?