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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 07:29 AM
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Well first about me... I'm a technician for BMW. I just sold my M3 and picked my Z up for $10,000 through my dealership. I was an active member on the M3 forums. I bought the Z to save for a house but I need to put a little money in it to be satisfied. So that being said........ I want to go with some 19" wheels, how wide can i go without having to modify anything? and what about 18"s? I will be installing springs at the same time with these wheels.

Also what model is my Z??? I have cruise controls on the steering wheel, spoiler, cloth seats. Thats the only options on my car I think. Came with 17"s.

Thank you, I look forward to spending time and a little to much money on here!
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 07:41 AM
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please search.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 07:43 AM
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Welcome. Plenty of wheel suggestions in the wheel forum. Not a very original idea but we like things simple.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 07:49 AM
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Yes thank you guys for you great helpful information. After I submitted my thread I looked at the wheel forum but did not find what I needed. If someone could throw out a wheel/tire size I would greatly appreciate it!
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 08:00 AM
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Enthusiast.... thank you Dave. I am a complete newbie to the 350Z. The only threads I have found are people talking about rolling their fenders. Not 1 thread stating "Did not have to roll fenders" I will PM Wheeldude.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 08:11 AM
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I believe the largest tire you can run in the rear without rolling fenders is 35/285/19. Atleast thats what i was told. My fav setup would defently be 19x9.5 front, 19x10.5 Rear +22. I would have to say the most respected set of wheels on a Z have to be Volk or Work. There are also one or 2 other brands that are a little more unique for our car with the same quality. Some also run Axis. Welcome to the forums. Mod Tastefully= )
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by xpock182
I believe the largest tire you can run in the rear without rolling fenders is 35/285/19. Atleast thats what i was told. My fav setup would defently be 19x9.5 front, 19x10.5 Rear +22. I would have to say the most respected set of wheels on a Z have to be Volk or Work. There are also one or 2 other brands that are a little more unique for our car with the same quality. Some also run Axis. Welcome to the forums. Mod Tastefully= )
Thank you! I just don't want to install my springs/wheels then put it on the ground and discover I need to roll my fenders. I like the Rota SVN's, I will take a look at Work's.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 08:37 AM
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I just read a thread that said he had a set with this exact offset and that they didnt fit... this is exactly what i am running and i have no problems. (fenders not rolled). but i would hate to give you wrong information. Double check befor you buy this size.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 09:55 AM
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can I ask why you dont like the idea of rolling your fenders? I'm about to get mine cut so I can fit some 19x10.5 +18 in the rear with no problems. It's really not that big of a deal but i've noticed a lot of people want to avoid that. It wont lower the value of the car or anything and it will enable you to put any wheels on the car without thinking twice. It's worth it IMO. After seeing other Z's on this forum you may end up feeling like you did'nt do the best you could have may end up flushing money down the toilet to get the look you really desired. Like they say, do it right the FIRST time. Many members have wasted money with this pattern. It's really all about the offset, so take a few days to thoroughly search this site before making any decisions

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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 01:42 PM
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maybe you should look into 20s and be riding on dubs.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 01:43 PM
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lmao
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by SageZ
can I ask why you dont like the idea of rolling your fenders? I'm about to get mine cut so I can fit some 19x10.5 +18 in the rear with no problems. It's really not that big of a deal but i've noticed a lot of people want to avoid that. It wont lower the value of the car or anything and it will enable you to put any wheels on the car without thinking twice. It's worth it IMO. After seeing other Z's on this forum you may end up feeling like you did'nt do the best you could have may end up flushing money down the toilet to get the look you really desired. Like they say, do it right the FIRST time. Many members have wasted money with this pattern. It's really all about the offset, so take a few days to thoroughly search this site before making any decisions
Well I bought this car 2 months ago to save money. I was reluctant to join this forum because I know I would spend money on it. I would like a few tasteful mods without spending to much money. But I do agree better to do it right the first time. I will do some more research although I'm impatient and want to order wheels today!
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 08:55 PM
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I would give Ryan a call at Forged Performance or check out there site.... they are one of the top shops on here and one of the few that return your phone call in a timely manner. They are also one of the top Volk dealers in the country so they know there fair share about wheels and specs etc.

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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 10:39 PM
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19x10? 11 possibly. tens are absolutely no problems whatsoever so i cant imagine 11 causing issues, hell maybe 12
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 11:55 PM
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Welcome to the forum. You must be popular rolling up to work in a Z.
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