Is the 8.5/9.5 setup dead? Was it ever alive?
what tire combo can you run on a 9.5/10.5" that you cant run on a 8.5/9.5 [obviously short of a 275/305 combo, which you cant do with the silly offsets that are so popular anyhow]?
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
Last edited by str8dum1; Aug 27, 2010 at 08:54 AM.
what tire combo can you run on a 9.5/10.5" that you cant run on a 8.5/9.5 [obviously short of a 275/305 combo, which you cant do with the silly offsets that are so popular anyhow]?
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
A 285/30 front is also getting more popular for us competitive types, which can't (shouldn't?) be done on said 8.5" front wheel.
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To answer your question (IMO): Yes, 8.5/9.5 is DEAD. That is wayyy to weak for a 350z. My current setup is 9.5/10.5 -6ET...next setup (coming this winter) is going to be 19x10 & 19x11 with about the same offset.
To answer your question (IMO): Yes, 8.5/9.5 is DEAD. That is wayyy to weak for a 350z. My current setup is 9.5/10.5 -6ET...next setup (coming this winter) is going to be 19x10 & 19x11 with about the same offset.
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what tire combo can you run on a 9.5/10.5" that you cant run on a 8.5/9.5 [obviously short of a 275/305 combo, which you cant do with the silly offsets that are so popular anyhow]?
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
I'd say that the majority of the people with wider rims run the exact same tire config as the narrower rim guys. So to say, its dead is ignorant. Plain and simple its just not as trendy. As the Z becomes associated with a 16 years olds 1st car, expect more silly trends to continue.
Soon we'll be wondering why fake fender vents weren't stock.
How is the handling and ride quality of your configuration?
Last edited by HotZauce; Aug 27, 2010 at 09:36 AM.
You need more front wheel width to increase the frontal grip that comes from the OEM 225/245 set-up. A 245/40 front and 245/45 rear will accomplish that on the stock 8" wheels, however, upgrade to 9" wheels and one can run the same square set-up while increasing grip at each corner with 275s all around. Larger tires than 275s all-around are also possible, with many other factors coming into play.
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When you say "weak"... do you mean, for track/competitive use?... What if your Z is only for a daily commute and maybe some spirited canyon driving once in awhile?...then wouldn't the 8.5/9.5 set up still be valid? in terms of function and looks?... (afterall, isn't it better than OEM set-up?) 
When you say "weak"... do you mean, for track/competitive use?... What if your Z is only for a daily commute and maybe some spirited canyon driving once in awhile?...then wouldn't the 8.5/9.5 set up still be valid? in terms of function and looks?... (afterall, isn't it better than OEM set-up?)
Also I still see nothing wrong with a 8.5 / 9.5 setup for track use. It's not going to be the miniscule difference in tire size that's holding you back, it's going to be your driving ability. Which is the place I'm in now.
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if i never tracked my car then a 8.5/9.5 245/275 would be fine--only problem is finding 8.5's with a decent offset. even the aggressive 8.5's will have no concave or lip(if thats what your into). the looks crowd go with the 9.5 front for the better "fitment" options. you can stretch a 255 on a 9.5, any less than that is pretty sad really--even narrow running 255's look pretty silly.
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I think that tires/wheels should serve a purpose. IMO putting a 305 tire on the rear of a stock NA 350 is totally impractical. Now if you have a TT or a built motor or have some damn REASON for that much rubber, then thats a totally different story.
A 275-305 stagger is a total waste on a non tracked, stock HP daily driver.
Sure it looks cool. But unless you are actually going to use it, then WTF?
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Weak meaning looking like a cholo. Nothing wrong with the look it's just not practical.
Also I still see nothing wrong with a 8.5 / 9.5 setup for track use. It's not going to be the miniscule difference in tire size that's holding you back, it's going to be your driving ability. Which is the place I'm in now.
Also I still see nothing wrong with a 8.5 / 9.5 setup for track use. It's not going to be the miniscule difference in tire size that's holding you back, it's going to be your driving ability. Which is the place I'm in now.
When you say "weak"... do you mean, for track/competitive use?... What if your Z is only for a daily commute and maybe some spirited canyon driving once in awhile?...then wouldn't the 8.5/9.5 set up still be valid? in terms of function and looks?... (afterall, isn't it better than OEM set-up?)
Weak meaning looking like a cholo. Nothing wrong with the look it's just not practical.
Also I still see nothing wrong with a 8.5 / 9.5 setup for track use. It's not going to be the miniscule difference in tire size that's holding you back, it's going to be your driving ability. Which is the place I'm in now.
Also I still see nothing wrong with a 8.5 / 9.5 setup for track use. It's not going to be the miniscule difference in tire size that's holding you back, it's going to be your driving ability. Which is the place I'm in now.
if i never tracked my car then a 8.5/9.5 245/275 would be fine--only problem is finding 8.5's with a decent offset. even the aggressive 8.5's will have no concave or lip(if thats what your into). the looks crowd go with the 9.5 front for the better "fitment" options. you can stretch a 255 on a 9.5, any less than that is pretty sad really--even narrow running 255's look pretty silly.
