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Old 12-28-2012, 11:50 PM
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when it comes to getting that flush look with out rubbing 5mm is a big difference. if your set up is not close to flush and dont have to worry about adding camber then its no big deal.
Old 12-29-2012, 08:48 AM
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Oh I see. Thanks for the input
Old 12-29-2012, 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by freddys 350z
when it comes to getting that flush look with out rubbing 5mm is a big difference.
I should have been more clear, on +25 at 10" wide, no significant difference with 5mm. But you are right in that the flus/hellaflush/poke crowd 5mm will be night or day.
Old 12-29-2012, 10:19 AM
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I'm thinking about getting the XXR 522 rims but they're 18x9.5 +38. I have stock rims right now and I'm running 225/45/18 in the front & 245/45/18 in the rear. Will those rims fit alright and will my tires fit on those rims? I know nothing about wheels really.
Old 12-29-2012, 10:32 AM
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Get lower offsets.
Old 12-31-2012, 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by ksuberk54
I'm thinking about getting the XXR 522 rims but they're 18x9.5 +38. I have stock rims right now and I'm running 225/45/18 in the front & 245/45/18 in the rear. Will those rims fit alright and will my tires fit on those rims? I know nothing about wheels really.
That sizing isn't really ideal for the Z in my opinion. There are a lot of other options out there.
Old 01-14-2013, 03:15 PM
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Picked up car a week ago and stock wheel were horrible so I picked some saleens up for 399 until I can save up for Volks. Kinda like them and may keep them. 18X10+22 18X9+24 275/40 245/45.
Old 01-14-2013, 03:39 PM
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they do actually look decent. would look even better when lowered
Old 01-14-2013, 03:54 PM
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Here are some pictures of my Z on 18's. 18x10 and 18x12 Weds Kranze Bazreia's.









Enjoy!
Old 01-14-2013, 03:58 PM
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[QUOTE=Bmurray350z;10010828]they do actually look decent. would look even better when lowered[/QU

What I dont like is the gloss paint and the silver center cap. If I keep them I will paint them matte black and make the center cap black with the Z emblem on them. Going to lower it next week.
Old 01-19-2013, 07:50 AM
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pic of mine sat on tein super street coilovers and 18inch Ruff racing wheels.to be honest i also run 19s but prefer the look when on 18s.

8.5 front with 20 offset +25mm spacer = -5 with 225/45/18 bridgestones

9.5 rear with 20 offset + 28mm spacer = -8 with 245/45/18 bridgestones

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rear arches have been rolled as i change to 19s for summer use...

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Old 01-19-2013, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by uk buster

8.5 front with 20 offset +25mm spacer = -5

9.5 rear with 20 offset + 28mm spacer = -8
Fixed.
Old 01-19-2013, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by mr. sparco
Fixed.



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Old 01-19-2013, 04:53 PM
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Old 01-20-2013, 10:14 AM
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finally picked up some 18's

here are some pics of new set up
found a good deal on royal t's old rotifroms

some iphone pictures
still gotta adjust my coilovers

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That looks awesome.
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Originally Posted by 350z___
finally picked up some 18's

here are some pics of new set up
found a good deal on royal t's old rotifroms

some iphone pictures
still gotta adjust my coilovers






very
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looking good!
Old 01-24-2013, 08:21 AM
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Default Please Help!!

Ok im new to this, bear with me for the first couple days. Anyways im looking to get new wheels and tires for my car 03 touring the one with navi lol so many modles. i know NOTHING when it comes to offsets and sizes that will look like they are supposed to on the car i have staggered wheels now 20 in the rear 19 in the front if i remember right they came with the car when i bought it. looking to make it MY car not someone elses that i just drive. Anyways looking to get the rota tourques 18's i need help getting the exact wheels and tires so they fit and i dont have to get spacers and all that. Dont wanna have to spend extra money if i dont have to.


http://www.andysautosport.com/custom...c=ROTA00152209

What i wanna get!
which ones do i get offset wise and will i need lugs??

Thank you for reading and helping!
Old 01-24-2013, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Waizzz

You should also read this post from our Top 100 FAQ that lists the commonly used size tires and wheels:

https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...questions.html
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https://my350z.com/forum/2487452-post8.html
Originally Posted by Dkeller350z
Ok im new to this, bear with me for the first couple days. Anyways im looking to get new wheels and tires for my car 03 touring the one with navi lol so many modles. i know NOTHING when it comes to offsets and sizes that will look like they are supposed to on the car i have staggered wheels now 20 in the rear 19 in the front if i remember right they came with the car when i bought it. looking to make it MY car not someone elses that i just drive. Anyways looking to get the rota tourques 18's i need help getting the exact wheels and tires so they fit and i dont have to get spacers and all that. Dont wanna have to spend extra money if i dont have to.


http://www.andysautosport.com/custom...c=ROTA00152209

What i wanna get!
which ones do i get offset wise and will i need lugs??

Thank you for reading and helping!
Welcome to the forum, I have quoted the post that should contain the wheel & tire setup that would be ideal for an 18" wheel

You can use your existing lugs if you want and not have to run spacers


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