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Old 08-29-2007 | 09:41 AM
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I have 19" Volk GT-V's in a 8.5" and 9.5" staggered set up.

Would it work if i was to move the rear 19"x9.5" (+24 offset) wheels to the front, and get 19"x10.5" wheels for rears?

i'm not sure if the +24 offset would be good for the front. like if it will be too deep or just wont handle right.

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Old 08-29-2007 | 10:09 AM
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ummm I think you shouldnt do it and ur gonna get flamed REALLY BAD!! GL
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Old 08-29-2007 | 10:25 AM
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ummm I think you shouldnt do it and ur gonna get flamed REALLY BAD!! GL
why would he get flamed for moving the rears to the front and getting new rears??? yes you can do that, just test fit it and turn wheel to wheel to double check but you should not have any issues
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I mean people on this webiste search threads just 2 flame. I gave u my advice like u asked. Take it or leave it
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^ I am still trying to figure out exactly why he should get flamed? Do 24 Offsets not work? Is that a Rim Faux Pas?
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^ I am still trying to figure out exactly why he should get flamed? Do 24 Offsets not work? Is that a Rim Faux Pas?
idk why he would either. Im saying people on here are dicks. Jeez
Old 08-29-2007 | 10:52 AM
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9.5 +24 is a low disk wheel with maximum lip. It might not clear your brakes in front, especially if you have Brembos. Otherwise there shouldn't be any fitment issue with a 9.5 +24.
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thanks for the help guys.

what are average offsets for a 9.5 wheel up front with an aggresive lip? just wondering what my offsets are compared to what they should be
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Originally Posted by playa6tnine
thanks for the help guys.

what are average offsets for a 9.5 wheel up front with an aggresive lip? just wondering what my offsets are compared to what they should be
The offset is fine. Like I said, your biggest issue is brake clearance since +24 is a low pad fitment. Look at the chart below:

Most people without Brembos pick mid pad (most common is 9.5" is +27) for the front and a low pad for the rear. Pull a rear and test fit it on the front. If it will clear the brakes then it will work fine.
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hey man thanks for the info and the chart!
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OEM use 9.0 with 30 offset on the GT and Nismo.
I know 9.5 with 35 offset will touch on the inside.
It will be close but may be ok..
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You could also run a 10mm spacer for added caliper clearance, it would put you in the middle of a mid and high pad clearance for a BBK.
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Originally Posted by 2004Black350z
ummm I think you shouldnt do it and ur gonna get flamed REALLY BAD!! GL
...i think you're going to get flamed for your comment.
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