SF-WINNING on Silverstone roadster: Gunmetal or Silver?
#21
New Member
iTrader: (18)
Hey, welcome!
The SF Winnings are a really nice option to go with. As far as size and whether you want to lower your car, that really depends on you. I personally thought the car was "low enough", so I just went with Hotckis springs only to reduce the wheel gap (since the lower profile tires will actually make your Z look RAISED if you're at stock height). As for size most people usually go with a 9.5/10.5 setup. Your offsets will depend on the exact wheel you go with.
The SF Winnings are a really nice option to go with. As far as size and whether you want to lower your car, that really depends on you. I personally thought the car was "low enough", so I just went with Hotckis springs only to reduce the wheel gap (since the lower profile tires will actually make your Z look RAISED if you're at stock height). As for size most people usually go with a 9.5/10.5 setup. Your offsets will depend on the exact wheel you go with.
#22
Registered User
iTrader: (20)
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Posts: 874
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by BhashaZ
Hey, welcome!
The SF Winnings are a really nice option to go with. As far as size and whether you want to lower your car, that really depends on you. I personally thought the car was "low enough", so I just went with Hotckis springs only to reduce the wheel gap (since the lower profile tires will actually make your Z look RAISED if you're at stock height). As for size most people usually go with a 9.5/10.5 setup. Your offsets will depend on the exact wheel you go with.
The SF Winnings are a really nice option to go with. As far as size and whether you want to lower your car, that really depends on you. I personally thought the car was "low enough", so I just went with Hotckis springs only to reduce the wheel gap (since the lower profile tires will actually make your Z look RAISED if you're at stock height). As for size most people usually go with a 9.5/10.5 setup. Your offsets will depend on the exact wheel you go with.
Thanks...how much did the hotchkis springs lower the car?
#23
New Member
iTrader: (5)
Originally Posted by Dildorado
Wow you guys rock, now I just need to know which offset I'll be aiming for.
Ok, my input... DON'T GO with the 8.5/9.5/19" setup... if you're going to spend the money.
Everyone's setup will be unique and there is no RIGHT way to do it, unless you want to carbon copy someone's setup...
I went with the 8.5/10.5/19" setup with +25F/+29R... and I'm happy with it. I was stock height for a while and the wheels were close to flush. I then dropped it 5/8" got a re-alignment and now it's perfect. Well... close
If you plan on dropping 1" or more, then you should go with the more aggressive offset and wider rims 9.5 @+19 and 10.5@+17. They will clear the stock BREMBOS and they will clear the ROTORA 14" BBK 6/4 pot.
I have been reassured that the BBK will also fit my setup, hence I've already bought this BBK
GL,
Zquicksilver
ps someone is selling a set of SFs on the classifieds if you want to search.
Last edited by Zquicksilver; 03-16-2006 at 02:45 PM.
#24
Registered User
iTrader: (20)
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Posts: 874
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
"I went with the 8.5/10.5/19" setup with +25F/+29R... and I'm happy with it. I was stock height for a while and the wheels were close to flush. I then dropped it 5/8" got a re-alignment and now it's perfect. Well... close "
Sorry i'm still new...can you explain that to me? so with set up you had no wheel gap? the tire and wheel well matched up?
Sorry i'm still new...can you explain that to me? so with set up you had no wheel gap? the tire and wheel well matched up?
#25
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,326
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
the guy suggested tire that's like 280/30 if that even exists, he probably meant the back. This car is a semi-daily-driver but i plan to have a bit of fun at the track as well. What do you recommend in term of tires to prevent rubbing? Higher sidewall or lower sidewall with wider middle?
#26
New Member
iTrader: (5)
Originally Posted by wldkatz03
"I went with the 8.5/10.5/19" setup with +25F/+29R... and I'm happy with it. I was stock height for a while and the wheels were close to flush. I then dropped it 5/8" got a re-alignment and now it's perfect. Well... close "
Sorry i'm still new...can you explain that to me? so with set up you had no wheel gap? the tire and wheel well matched up?
Sorry i'm still new...can you explain that to me? so with set up you had no wheel gap? the tire and wheel well matched up?
Your going to get a gap regardless of the setup, the low profile tires just create this illusion. This is why I dropped my Z on RS*R springs 5/8" a few months later. At that point I trimmed the inner lip of the rear fender for clearance, because I run a tall/wide tire in back 295/35/19. This spring I may purchase the CONTI 2 (295/30/19), because it's a better visual match with the front (245/35/19). The 295/35/19 is a very tall tire and isn't a perfect match with the front. I chose the CONTI 2 because it's as wide as a 305 and cost about $100-150 less. Those 305s, 315s are $$$!
When the time comes for 4 new tires, I may go with the KWD2s at 255/295/35. I've seen it and it looks sweet! You may consider this as your first tire if you go with the 8.5/10.5 setup. If you go with the 9.5/10.5 setup, many guys are running 265/30/19 and 285/30/19 tires for fender clearance.
Everyone has their favorite brand, I cannot recommend the perfect setup for you. You will have to do some homework.
Tires in these sizes can be expensive, so be prepared...
Zquicksilver
Last edited by Zquicksilver; 03-16-2006 at 03:11 PM.
#27
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,326
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ok this offset thing is driving me insane!!!! The more i search the more confused i am. Basically I know +25 front and +29 Rear will clear the brembos. What I'm wondering is there any lower offsets that will also clear the brembos?
#28
Registered User
iTrader: (28)
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: McKinney, TX
Posts: 1,566
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Here are some pictures of t32gzz 's car that I took last Saturday.
I'm quite sure he has the 9.5" front/10.5" rear combo. I can't tell you the offset though....I'm sorry. I know that's the most important part, but at least I have pictures.
I'm quite sure he has the 9.5" front/10.5" rear combo. I can't tell you the offset though....I'm sorry. I know that's the most important part, but at least I have pictures.
#29
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,326
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Damn 350track that car is sick! Love the look, trying to guess if it's gunmetal or silver that might make me switch color.
Idiotic question about offset, will the higher the number make it go more outwards or inwards? like +22 vs +29
Idiotic question about offset, will the higher the number make it go more outwards or inwards? like +22 vs +29
#31
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,326
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Alrighty guys, I think i'm ready to order my wheels.
I'll go with 9 1/2 in Front +19 with 245/35 tire
10 1/2 in Rear +22 with 285/30
Hopefully they'll clear the Brembos, I'll ask my guy to ask his supplier and make sure.
THANKS A LOT guys, you've been a great help I will post pics when i get them for sure.
You guys kick ***!!!!
I'll go with 9 1/2 in Front +19 with 245/35 tire
10 1/2 in Rear +22 with 285/30
Hopefully they'll clear the Brembos, I'll ask my guy to ask his supplier and make sure.
THANKS A LOT guys, you've been a great help I will post pics when i get them for sure.
You guys kick ***!!!!
#32
New Member
iTrader: (18)
^^Sorry to burst your bubble, but there's no +22 offset for the SF Winning...really unfortunate too. Your only options are +29 or +17. If you are a stock height, you may want to go with +29 and call it a day (or maybe add 5mm spacer like I did). If you are slamming your car and rolling your fenders, then DEFINATELY go with +17. The front is fine in either case.
#33
New Member
iTrader: (18)
Originally Posted by 350Track
Here are some pictures of t32gzz 's car that I took last Saturday.
I'm quite sure he has the 9.5" front/10.5" rear combo. I can't tell you the offset though....I'm sorry. I know that's the most important part, but at least I have pictures.
I'm quite sure he has the 9.5" front/10.5" rear combo. I can't tell you the offset though....I'm sorry. I know that's the most important part, but at least I have pictures.
#37
New Member
iTrader: (11)
When I didnt have my fenders rolled in the rear, my 19x10.5" +17 rears on S03's rubbed slightly on fast dips and bumps on freeways. Now I lowered it with Tanabe GF210 to about 1" with rolled fenders and it doesnt rub.
Im just waiting for the weather to clear so I can take better pics. My car has been filthy for the past month+
Im just waiting for the weather to clear so I can take better pics. My car has been filthy for the past month+
#39
VERTEX Army CEO
iTrader: (17)
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: SF Bay Area
Posts: 7,408
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Will Pwr
Looks like the JDM nismo that was molding onto the bumper...can anyone confirm that? or is it the USDM nismo rear? TIA
#40
Registered User
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: SO CALI
Posts: 1,276
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by GTNPU Z
Most likely it's molded. I think the USDM & JDM Nismo rear are exactly the same if not, very similar.