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11-07-2012, 06:45 PM
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I rolled the rear fenders and they do not rub. Definately can't get a finger between the tire and the fender. Alignment is -1 degree which is within spec.
These wheels have an offset which is pretty high. Something like +42 in the rears if I remember. Because of that, I run a 30mm spacer in back and a 15mm in front. My alternate set of wheels are 19x9.5 +12 and 19x10.5 +12 which shouldn't need any spacers.
If you're sticking out already, (without spacers), you've got a hellova wide wheel or negative offset. What are you running for wheels?
These wheels have an offset which is pretty high. Something like +42 in the rears if I remember. Because of that, I run a 30mm spacer in back and a 15mm in front. My alternate set of wheels are 19x9.5 +12 and 19x10.5 +12 which shouldn't need any spacers.
If you're sticking out already, (without spacers), you've got a hellova wide wheel or negative offset. What are you running for wheels?
11-07-2012, 11:41 PM
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11-07-2012, 11:49 PM
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How do you figure a 19" wheel hurts performance over an 18" wheel??? If you are assuming it to be heavier then you have a point, but I know I am running 19" Rays LMZ5's and they are several pounds lighter than the factory 17" alloy wheels (20.5 Lbs F / 20.9 Lb R versus factory 17" wheels at 23.26 Lb F / 24.14 Lb R. In fact, the only factory wheels lighter are the 18" Track V.1 wheels offered from 03 t0 05 on track models). And there is a distinct improvement in performance, both in handling (along with Tokico D-Specs/springs and some Hotchkis sways it handles like a freakin' slotcar!!) and even a slight reduction in my 1/4 mile times. Of course most 19's might be heavier -- I've never really bothered to research it -- which would indeed result in worse performance. Just curious if there is something I am overlooking here.
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11-08-2012, 03:55 AM
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I just bought that same spoiler directly from Shine a couple of weeks ago, so ya they still make it and it is in stock (or at least it was when I ordered mine). Got a nismo V2 nose, skirts, rear additions that are supposed to arrive tomorrow, then it's off to the paint shop with all of my parts!!!
I absolutely love the V2 nose. Are you going to have the shop fill the area where the Nissan badge goes? Personally, I love mine without the badge. It has people always asking what kind of car is that!
The only reason I haven't done side skirts is because of the drop. I had a driveway with a tall curb. As soon as the front wheels dropped down, the skirt would be crushed right behind the front wheels.
11-08-2012, 06:41 AM
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I have posted 3 pictures above. They are XXR 521s 18x10 +25(f) +17(r)w/spacers. 265/35/18(f) 275/35/18(r) I can stick 3 finger in the back and 2 fingers in the front. I am thinking Eibach Pro Kit 1" drop with front and rear adjustable cambers. If anything I would like to be able to stick at least one finger in.... lol
You're going to love it without the 3 finger gap. LOL My tire does tuck inside about 1/2" of it's height. The gap between sidewall and rolled fender is 1/8" to 1/4". You certainly can not get a finger in there. Never had any issues of rubbing on front or rear over bumps or in turns.
11-08-2012, 07:33 AM
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How do you figure a 19" wheel hurts performance over an 18" wheel??? If you are assuming it to be heavier then you have a point, but I know I am running 19" Rays LMZ5's and they are several pounds lighter than the factory 17" alloy wheels (20.5 Lbs F / 20.9 Lb R versus factory 17" wheels at 23.26 Lb F / 24.14 Lb R. In fact, the only factory wheels lighter are the 18" Track V.1 wheels offered from 03 t0 05 on track models). And there is a distinct improvement in performance, both in handling (along with Tokico D-Specs/springs and some Hotchkis sways it handles like a freakin' slotcar!!) and even a slight reduction in my 1/4 mile times. Of course most 19's might be heavier -- I've never really bothered to research it -- which would indeed result in worse performance. Just curious if there is something I am overlooking here.
11-08-2012, 10:00 PM
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Nice! Sounds like you have a good setup going there. Can't wait to see it after it comes out of paint.
I absolutely love the V2 nose. Are you going to have the shop fill the area where the Nissan badge goes? Personally, I love mine without the badge. It has people always asking what kind of car is that!
I absolutely love the V2 nose. Are you going to have the shop fill the area where the Nissan badge goes? Personally, I love mine without the badge. It has people always asking what kind of car is that!
I keep going back and forth about whether or not to fill in the nose emblem indentation. I have a replacement emblem that is like the ones on the fenders, but bigger/made for the nose location, but I'm not sure which way to go yet. Filled in does give the front a nice clean, uncluttered look.
Have you had any issues with the filler cracking or trying to seperate from the material? I've seen some fill-in jobs before that for some reason, no matter what they did you could always tell an emblem was supposed to be there. I'm no body-shop man so I have no idea what causes that, but it does concern me a bit.
11-09-2012, 10:48 AM
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I just realized its my universal 8mm wheel spacers that is making my Z shake like crazy @80mph. So now I am in the market for a 10mm hubcentric wheel spacer. I should have payed more for the wheel with the +12 offset.WILL MY CAR STILL SHAKE AT HIGH SPEEDS WITH A HUBCENTRIC WHEEL SPACER???
The 5mm does not even look like it has a ring on it.. The 10mm might be a little too long for my studs.. I just installed 46mm studs last weekend... The stock studs are 42mm in the rear.
Help Please!!
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11-10-2012, 04:01 AM
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I keep going back and forth about whether or not to fill in the nose emblem indentation. I have a replacement emblem that is like the ones on the fenders, but bigger/made for the nose location, but I'm not sure which way to go yet. Filled in does give the front a nice clean, uncluttered look.
Have you had any issues with the filler cracking or trying to seperate from the material? I've seen some fill-in jobs before that for some reason, no matter what they did you could always tell an emblem was supposed to be there. I'm no body-shop man so I have no idea what causes that, but it does concern me a bit.
Have you had any issues with the filler cracking or trying to seperate from the material? I've seen some fill-in jobs before that for some reason, no matter what they did you could always tell an emblem was supposed to be there. I'm no body-shop man so I have no idea what causes that, but it does concern me a bit.
I just realized its my universal 8mm wheel spacers that is making my Z shake like crazy @80mph. So now I am in the market for a 10mm hubcentric wheel spacer. I should have payed more for the wheel with the +12 offset.WILL MY CAR STILL SHAKE AT HIGH SPEEDS WITH A HUBCENTRIC WHEEL SPACER???
The 5mm does not even look like it has a ring on it.. The 10mm might be a little too long for my studs.. I just installed 46mm studs last weekend... The stock studs are 42mm in the rear.
Help Please!!
Good luck. Remember universal parts cause a universe of problems.
11-12-2012, 03:51 PM
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Thank you sir. I just go ksport slide pro coilovers, and spacers are soon and then rims during tax time. Big changes soon. after that I will be adding my lip kit, shaving fender emblems, and front emblem. I am going to keep the rear emblem.
11-12-2012, 06:12 PM
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11-12-2012, 06:18 PM
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Love the look of the Chargespeed replica rear on the roadsters. I can't wait to pick up mine next year!
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11-19-2012, 09:39 PM
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Has anyone ever tried cutting their rear spring boot to lower their ZR an extra 1/2 inch??
I read about this mod but I am not sure about doing it. None of the cars that have done this mod were roadsters.
My problem is I dont like my 3 finger gap in the rear.
I am waiting for my Eibach Pro Kit to arrive. I also bought adjustable camber and toe bolt.
With the springs I will still have a 2 finger gap in the rear.
I could either do the boot cut to acheive the 1 finger gap or try to get bigger tires for the rear.
Maybe 265/35/18 front and 265/40/18 rear??
Right now I have 265/35/18 front and 275/35/18 rear.
All four wheels are 18x10+25
I am worried about having the back sit too low by lowering it 1.5 inches in the back and only a inch in the front.
just a sample pic
my ZR
I read about this mod but I am not sure about doing it. None of the cars that have done this mod were roadsters.
My problem is I dont like my 3 finger gap in the rear.
I am waiting for my Eibach Pro Kit to arrive. I also bought adjustable camber and toe bolt.
With the springs I will still have a 2 finger gap in the rear.
I could either do the boot cut to acheive the 1 finger gap or try to get bigger tires for the rear.
Maybe 265/35/18 front and 265/40/18 rear??
Right now I have 265/35/18 front and 275/35/18 rear.
All four wheels are 18x10+25
I am worried about having the back sit too low by lowering it 1.5 inches in the back and only a inch in the front.
just a sample pic my ZR
11-22-2012, 11:02 AM
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Like a rolling vacation!!
My Roadster:
20 inch Morpheus wheels front Toyo Proxes S4 245x35x20 rear 295x30x20
07 motor swap (blew the motor last year)
Just bought a V2 front bumper with canards putting it on for Xmas
New Hartz cloth top, vinyl faded so I switched to cloth and it looks goood.
20 inch Morpheus wheels front Toyo Proxes S4 245x35x20 rear 295x30x20
07 motor swap (blew the motor last year)
Just bought a V2 front bumper with canards putting it on for Xmas
New Hartz cloth top, vinyl faded so I switched to cloth and it looks goood.
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11-26-2012, 08:23 AM
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Has anyone ever tried cutting their rear spring boot to lower their ZR an extra 1/2 inch??
I read about this mod but I am not sure about doing it. None of the cars that have done this mod were roadsters.
My problem is I dont like my 3 finger gap in the rear.
I am waiting for my Eibach Pro Kit to arrive. I also bought adjustable camber and toe bolt.
With the springs I will still have a 2 finger gap in the rear.
I could either do the boot cut to acheive the 1 finger gap or try to get bigger tires for the rear.
Maybe 265/35/18 front and 265/40/18 rear??
Right now I have 265/35/18 front and 275/35/18 rear.
All four wheels are 18x10+25
I am worried about having the back sit too low by lowering it 1.5 inches in the back and only a inch in the front.
just a sample pic
my ZR
I read about this mod but I am not sure about doing it. None of the cars that have done this mod were roadsters.
My problem is I dont like my 3 finger gap in the rear.
I am waiting for my Eibach Pro Kit to arrive. I also bought adjustable camber and toe bolt.
With the springs I will still have a 2 finger gap in the rear.
I could either do the boot cut to acheive the 1 finger gap or try to get bigger tires for the rear.
Maybe 265/35/18 front and 265/40/18 rear??
Right now I have 265/35/18 front and 275/35/18 rear.
All four wheels are 18x10+25
I am worried about having the back sit too low by lowering it 1.5 inches in the back and only a inch in the front.
just a sample pic my ZR