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Old May 31, 2008 | 08:54 AM
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Smile Purchasing these wheels soon. Will they fit my 350z????

Hello. I hate to be a rookie and have to ask such a stupid question, but will these wheels fit my 2003 350z Touring? Here are the specs and there is a link below with pictures.

Brand: Ruff Racing Number of Bolts: 5 Material: Alloy

Width: 8.5J Front/9.5J Rear Bolt Pattern: 5 x 4.50 or 5 x 114.3 Structure: One Piece

Diameter: 18 inches Offset: 20 Part Number (MPN): 2808965B20

PICTURES AND MORE DETAILS ON THESE WHEELS
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Old May 31, 2008 | 09:07 AM
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Do you absolutely have to get these wheels? If not, then save up a bit more and get something in widths of 9.5 front/10.5 (or 11) rear, 19" diameter. Why put 9.5 in the rear if you ought to be putting that in the front. On a Z or G, you can fit up to 12" wide wheels. Think about it. What is 9.5 going to look like then? especially in 18". I'm only trying to help you not make the same mistake many of us did when we first started modding. There are many wheels to choose from if you're on a strict budget. You can go with Rota's. Just don't rush it is what I'm trying to say. Take your time and choose the right wheels. But make sure your sizes are as mentioned above.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 09:16 AM
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8.5 is kinda skinny up front, but a 9.5 rear is fine with a +20 offset...telling the OP 10.5-11" rear wheels or nothing isn't true at all. And 19s on top of that...once you consider the price of tires, your suggestion is a huge price difference than what he is considering. I know you told him to save up a bit more, but telling him to "make sure" his sizes are what you suggested is taking a narrow approach.

OP, yes, those offsets will fit. I'm not really a fan of Ruff wheels and if I was on a strict budget I would look at Rotas, but the sizes and offsets wll work will with your Z.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 09:45 AM
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i hate to see 350z with ebay rims
SHAME
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Old May 31, 2008 | 12:02 PM
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I hate to see ebay wheels on my car too, but I don't really have 1,500 bucks to blow right on wheels. I am pretty much on a strict budget. Another question I have though about the original wheels posted here is.... Do all wheels have spokes like that where they kind of arch out?
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Old May 31, 2008 | 12:03 PM
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boo on Ruff Racing. Fitments aren't too bad though.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by MoeDiddy0316
i hate to see 350z with ebay rims
SHAME
Dude shut the **** up. I hate to see judgemental noobs...
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Old May 31, 2008 | 12:09 PM
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I'm not saying I necessarily want RUFF wheels, basically I have about 500-800 to spend on wheels and am looking for the best bang for the buck. I have a picture of the EXACT wheels that I want, but they're close to $2,000. Therefore, I am looking for similar wheels that are more affordable. Here is the link to the picture of the REAL wheels that I want.

http://www.zmodified.com/gallery/thu....php?album=714

If anyone wants to message me with some ideas or places to get similar looking wheels, please feel free. Thanks
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Old May 31, 2008 | 01:40 PM
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Width: 8.5J Front/9.5J Rear Bolt Pattern: 5 x 4.50 or 5 x 114.3 Structure: One Piece

Diameter: 18 inches Offset: 20 Part Number (MPN): 2808965B20


The wheels are the same size as the NISMO wheels. Just compare the offset.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 04:05 PM
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There's Rota's that you can consider. Here's the link to the website wheeldude.com Although other people might say they crack easy... A Lot of people on here are satisfied with them. The vendor is actually a member on here. Check them out... they should be around your price range.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 05:13 PM
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Those wheels are pretty heavy too....28 lbs it says. I'd get some Rotas for the same price that are lighter or save up some more for some lighter wheels later.
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Old May 31, 2008 | 11:50 PM
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look in the classifieds on here.....look for a good a deal on some used wheels...people put new stuff up for sale in there every day....
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