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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by lgear080
should have asked for help before you bought.
This set was recommended by Enkei
18x10 +22 Rear
18x8.5 +30 Front

and
275-40R18 Rear
245-40R18 Front

I wanted to go 18x9.5 +38 Rear

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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 12:12 PM
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please lower it
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 02:15 PM
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Wheels look good, I will get in line with everyone else and say that you need a drop as well to finish off the look.

There area also a few RP03 setups in this thread to reference as well:

https://my350z.com/forum/wheels-and-...ei-thread.html

Originally Posted by terrasmak
Big Break kit, really good price
http://www.amazon.com/Roughneck-65-170-10-Pound-36-inch-Fiberglass/dp/B0007YR5HU
I've used it a few times with great results.
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 04:17 AM
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monster truck madness, go low now
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 07:16 AM
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Wheels look good. Very nice.
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by moose350z
*Brake*

not Break

Elementary Fundamentals
Dude, did you click on the link? It's for a sledge hammer; hence, "break" instead of "brake".... He was being facetious.

Anyway, OP wheels look good man. After you get the BBK and a drop, I agree with everyone else, the car will all come together nicely.

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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 08:33 AM
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Looks nice dude. I agree with most said also.
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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 08:11 PM
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Thanks guys
I'm about to order Nismo S tune suspension kit. I understand it will lower the car little more than 1/2" but I'm more concern about alignment and strut wear. I searched this site and other 350z forums and my understanding is Nismo is the safest option for my daily drive. Any suggestion?
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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Tenacious T
Dude, did you click on the link? It's for a sledge hammer; hence, "break" instead of "brake".... He was being facetious.

Anyway, OP wheels look good man. After you get the BBK and a drop, I agree with everyone else, the car will all come together nicely.
I know, he is funny
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Old Jul 16, 2011 | 05:07 AM
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Originally Posted by payam404
Thanks guys
I'm about to order Nismo S tune suspension kit. I understand it will lower the car little more than 1/2" but I'm more concern about alignment and strut wear. I searched this site and other 350z forums and my understanding is Nismo is the safest option for my daily drive. Any suggestion?
Not sure if the nismo has height adjustment but a 1/2 inch drop won't be enough. You'll end up wanting to go lower. Once you lower it and are happy with the ride height you should get an alignment. When you buy lowering springs thats where any strut issues you may have will arise, unless you're talking about general quality. I've seen plenty of nismos reselling on here which tells me guys seem to be unsatisfied with them for one reason or another.
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Old Jul 16, 2011 | 05:10 AM
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Nice choice in wheels and I'll agree with getting lowered.
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Old Jul 16, 2011 | 05:57 AM
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Back wheels are fine. Roll the fenders and drop it. Nice rims.

Why 18 and not 19s?
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Old Jul 16, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by payam404
Thanks guys
I'm about to order Nismo S tune suspension kit. I understand it will lower the car little more than 1/2" but I'm more concern about alignment and strut wear. I searched this site and other 350z forums and my understanding is Nismo is the safest option for my daily drive. Any suggestion?
Here's the thing like like pss350z said, once you install the Nismo suspension you probably won't be content with just a half inch drop. You're probably really looking for a 1 inch or 1.2-1.5 inch drop. Yes, with a more aggressive drop your struts will need to be replaced earlier than if you installed the Nismo s tune suspension. But you would eventually need to replace them anyway, and you could just go ahead and install some good aftermarket struts that are designed for use with lowering springs... You can find strut/spring package deals online if you look. However, the bad side to lowering the car is scraping. If the roads around your area are bad maybe the S tune suspension is the way to go, especially since it's a DD. That being said I've driven a lowered vehicle with splitters and body kits that make the car even lower to the ground, and I lived in an area that had absolutely horrible roads. As long as you're careful and vigilant for dips, bumps and potholes you should be fine. Also always take inclines at an angle and slowly. Just use common sense and you will be fine. I say go big and get an aggressive lowering kit, you will be more satisfied with it for sure.
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 07:43 PM
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I found some Motegi Racing Wheels at http://www.KickAssRims.com that look pretty good. Any of you guys use motegi rims and if so, what are your thoughts on them??? Good Stuff??
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 350wuver
I found some Motegi Racing Wheels at http://www.KickAssRims.com that look pretty good. Any of you guys use motegi rims and if so, what are your thoughts on them??? Good Stuff??
They are wheels
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Old Jul 19, 2011 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by 350wuver
I found some Motegi Racing Wheels at http://www.KickAssRims.com that look pretty good. Any of you guys use motegi rims and if so, what are your thoughts on them??? Good Stuff??
you get what you pay for man, don't be surprised if you find rock chips on your rims after only having them on for a few weeks...
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by 350wuver
I found some Motegi Racing Wheels at http://www.KickAssRims.com that look pretty good. Any of you guys use motegi rims and if so, what are your thoughts on them??? Good Stuff??
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 11:23 PM
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 11:30 PM
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looks fine bro. I would say listen to your wife.
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