They'll sit just at the fender, maybe just a touch inside. Flush, but no poke.
I run the same offsets on 19" RP03 RCs and they sit just about perfect.

 

This. But if you are planning to go lower than 1" they will camber in so it wouldn't be as flush as say +15 would be.

 

Joined the club...

Enkei RPF1
18x9.5/10.5 +15
255/40
275/40

 

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Wait why is this thread in "Maintenance & Repair"..?

 

lol i just noticed that too...

so is it "cooler" to not run center caps with these wheels?

 

^^^ Honestly I havn't seen many with center caps on any vehicle...

Mine came cap-less but I'm going to order a set soon.. imho a wheel looks naked without a cap, quality lugs.. hell even a clean valve stem/cap; it's all about attention to detail for me.

 

I PD'ed mine black.

 

that looks good.

 

I like Nextcores Center cap. More info please?

 

Recently got some gunmetal 18x9.5 +15 RPF1, and was wondering if there were any center cap alternatives. Not a fan of the RPF1 center caps, i would try a cheap flat DIY center cap but it looks like the axle nut and cotter pin stick slightly farther out on than the wheel face on the rear.

was wondering if anyone has tried the PF01 center cap on the RPF1? i think the diameter is roughly the same but not 100% sure.

 

Finally picked up a set of enkei rpf1 18x10.5 +15 in a square setup, was wondering what would be a good meaty size tire to run? My nismo is lowered with rolled fenders. Trying to change setups from my current work wheels 19x9.5 +15 (235/35/19) front and 19x11 +5 (265/35/19). Thanks guys!

 

^^^ 285/35 square, do you have FUCA's? You'll need to run ~-2.75-3.0 degrees of camber to fit them in the front, but the rear will be fine since you're already rolled.

I have 18x10.5 +15 square myself and plan on running 285/35 square when my current Sumi's run their course.

 

+1 on 285's all the way around thats what i ran

 

Camber will depend on tires and ride height, my RS3's require a bit more front camber to clear. I run -3.3ish and slightly rub on the outside.

 

Ok, so I see people here with my similar setup, but I want knowledgeable people (aka not myself) to confirm that my intended setup will work. Please note, that my car's suspension/coilovers are KY V2s, but it is still the stock height. And my fenders are not rolled. Are spacers needed?

Current OEM 2007 350z Touring V2 Rims:
Front
Size: 18x8.0
Offset: +30mm
Tire: 225/45/18

Rear
Size: 18x8.5
Offset: +33mm
Tire: 245/45/18

New Setup: Enkei RPF1s with Michelin Pilot Super Sports
Front
Size: 18x9.5
Offset: 15
Tire: 265/35/18

Rear
Size: 18x10.5
Offset: 15
Tire: 285/35/18

 

Here are the approximate measurements of the tires you're proposing (I say approx. because all tire brand/models vary in actual size):

Front:


Rear:


Instead of 265/35 in the front which would make the width of the tire ~1" wider than the wheel width of 9.5"... I would suggest running 255/40 which puts it at ~.5" wider with the rear 285/35 being ~.75 wider than the 10.5" width.



255/40 and 285/35 also have similar side profile measurements, less than .2 of a difference

You could also run a 255/40 f and 275/40 r setup which would give you a slightly taller side profile in the rear...

If you want to play around with sizes search here: http://tire-size-conversion.com/tire-size-calculator/

In all honesty your first proposed size estimate would work fine, just wanted to provide some input into alternatives.

And you don't NEED a rear roll at stock height, but I would get one if you are able.

 

You may need a slight pull/roll up front, WetdreamZZZ car run that combo , lowered with stock control arms and slightly rubbed. I pulled the front by hand in about 2 minutes and he cleared. He ran RS3's that could have slightly more of less clearance.

The rear will need a roll. No going around that.

BTW, the tire combo I mention is perfectly matched, no added understeer, no issues with ABS/VDC or TCS. You speedo will be off about 1.5 to 2 MPH do to them being slightly shorter than stock.

 

Is there any difference in street performance with a front of 255/40 vs 265/35? The tires cost the exact same. And I'm fine with rolling the back fenders, as I have a heat gun and access to a fender roller.

The final question I have why I would even need to roll fenders in the first place? Is this only because of the +15 offset of the enkeis? If RPF1s came in +30/+33 like stock, I wouldnt need to roll at all?

 

^^^ If the price is the same go with your original plan of 265/35, it's a wider tire. But as terrasmak said you will probably have to roll/pull up front if you ever lower your Z

The only reason you would need to roll your fenders at stock height is if you hit a bump or any road hazard that caused your rear shock/spring to compress more then it normally does, your 285/35 tire would rub the fender (285 is a fairly wide tire). It's more of an issue if you are lowered; but again since you have the means, do it.

And don't settle and get more positive offset, your 18x10.5 +15 with 285/35 in the rear will be a perfect match with no sunken look.

 

sweet **** man, thanks. I'll post pics when I put them on the car. Since they are being paired with summers, even here in VA, I have another month+.