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Old Mar 15, 2020 | 07:32 AM
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Hey guys I just bought a 350z and changed out the wheels and tires. I’m running 18x10.5 +15 wheels with 255/40/18s all around. I’ve been having issues with the TCS kicking in. Now after reading through the forum, I now know that I need to be running a staggered setup. What size tires should I switch to? I looked at countless threads related to this but none were using my specific set up. I definitely don’t want to downsize considering how wide my wheels are and I don’t want anymore stretch than I currently have. I’m also on the stock suspension.

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Originally Posted by Lord-Onyx
Hey guys I just bought a 350z and changed out the wheels and tires. I’m running 18x10.5 wheels with 255/40/18s all around. I’ve been having issues with the TCS kicking in. Now after reading through the forum, I now know that I need to be running a staggered setup. What size tires should I switch to? I looked at countless threads related to this but none were using my specific set up. I definitely don’t want to downsize considering how wide my wheels are and I don’t want anymore stretch than I currently have.
275/40-18 Rears should give you adequate F-R differential.
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Old Mar 15, 2020 | 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by MicVelo
275/40-18 Rears should give you adequate F-R differential.
Thanks, would this require fender rolling?
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Originally Posted by Lord-Onyx
Thanks, would this require fender rolling?
No clue about your offset, suspension.....

In general, stock or slightly lowered with offsets >+22, you’ll be fine.
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Old Mar 15, 2020 | 09:06 AM
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Depends on your camber settings,you should require a light roll
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Old Mar 16, 2020 | 07:22 AM
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Do you have VDC? My 05 enthusiast only TCS and running a square setup hasn't caused any issues. If you do not have VDC, you may have other issues.
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Do you have VDC? My 05 enthusiast only TCS and running a square setup hasn't caused any issues. If you do not have VDC, you may have other issues.
I honestly don’t know. Only TCS I’m sure of, it’s an 06 Touring 5AT. I noticed when I turn off TCS, it doesn’t slip and I can drive fine when I’m taking a curve at high speed. When driving on a straight line, if I drive too fast the TCS will kick in and cut power.
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Originally Posted by Lord-Onyx
I noticed when I turn off TCS, it doesn’t slip and I can drive fine when I’m taking a curve at high speed.
have you ever met Dungan?
https://my350z.com/forum/the-lounge-...nksgiving.html

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