Basic tire/rim question for a newb
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Basic tire/rim question for a newb
now before you guys bash me about not using the search function, I did and yes I am still confused. Every thread you can think of whether it's any of the stickies, I have read.
I have a couple of questions. First off, I purchased my car used and the rims are a bit beat up. Still in very good condition, but the previous owner mustve hit the curb quite a few times. Anyway I am interested in purchasing:
http://www.velocitymotoring.com/wheels_v710.html
or
http://www.enkei.com/raijin.shtml
basically anything durable with that basic look.
Now for the questions. I am interested in getting 19s although my rims now are only 18s. Now If I i go on and purchase 19s, will I have to adjust anything else regarding "spacers" or "offsets" (again bear with me, I am in no form a car enthusiast)
Will the car look silly or lifted like some ghetto lifted Chrysler300?
I mentioned before spacers and offsets. Im guessing for stock rims, there are no spacers or offsets involved?
I just want to be able to order the rim, get a set a tires and put it on normally without the rim/tire hanging out of line.
Please thank you for the help, I have read everything possible, but the only way i will understand is if i get my own questions answered.
I am not a track driver, I would like rims for the looks and of course a pair of durable tires is good as well
So recap
-I would like to purchase the rims listed above, but what spacers or offsets would i need
-would 19s look silly on a car thats stock height?
sorry for the rookie questions for some of you guys
thanks
I have a couple of questions. First off, I purchased my car used and the rims are a bit beat up. Still in very good condition, but the previous owner mustve hit the curb quite a few times. Anyway I am interested in purchasing:
http://www.velocitymotoring.com/wheels_v710.html
or
http://www.enkei.com/raijin.shtml
basically anything durable with that basic look.
Now for the questions. I am interested in getting 19s although my rims now are only 18s. Now If I i go on and purchase 19s, will I have to adjust anything else regarding "spacers" or "offsets" (again bear with me, I am in no form a car enthusiast)
Will the car look silly or lifted like some ghetto lifted Chrysler300?
I mentioned before spacers and offsets. Im guessing for stock rims, there are no spacers or offsets involved?
I just want to be able to order the rim, get a set a tires and put it on normally without the rim/tire hanging out of line.
Please thank you for the help, I have read everything possible, but the only way i will understand is if i get my own questions answered.
I am not a track driver, I would like rims for the looks and of course a pair of durable tires is good as well
So recap
-I would like to purchase the rims listed above, but what spacers or offsets would i need
-would 19s look silly on a car thats stock height?
sorry for the rookie questions for some of you guys
thanks
Last edited by poopman123; Aug 14, 2012 at 03:18 PM.
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its bub mounting surface to the center line of the wheel. (Copied from Google to better explain myself) all wheels have an some sort of offset.
The stock 350Z wheel offset is 30-33mm depending on which version rims you have.
If you get the right offsets you will not need spacers.
Others will have to chime in on the rest of the information you got I'm not the most experienced in this section and just got all my information from searching.
The stock 350Z wheel offset is 30-33mm depending on which version rims you have.
If you get the right offsets you will not need spacers.
Others will have to chime in on the rest of the information you got I'm not the most experienced in this section and just got all my information from searching.
You have good questions.
Yes,the search function is difficult for alot of people.
It sounds as though you want to order 19's with tires,ready
to bolt on,you'll stand back and say...wow!
No problem.
Whats your budget?
Obviously you are not interested in some ultra light forged wheels that
cost a mint.
Good choice of wheels.
Yes,the search function is difficult for alot of people.
It sounds as though you want to order 19's with tires,ready
to bolt on,you'll stand back and say...wow!
No problem.
Whats your budget?
Obviously you are not interested in some ultra light forged wheels that
cost a mint.
Good choice of wheels.
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Taken directly from the TOP 100 FAQ:
https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...questions.html
https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...questions.html
Q: What wheel sizes and offsets do I need?
A: Generally speaking, there are a LOT of different combinations that people are running on their Z or G.
Let's get the basics out of the way first: You need a lug pattern of 5x114.3, width between 8 and 11 inches, and diameter of 17", 18", 19", or 20".
Here are some of the more popular wheel and tire sizes (for good reason) that people put on their Z's. There is no "RIGHT" answer but there is a limit to how big or small you can go.
18" combination:
Front 18" x 8.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 245/40/18
Rear 18" x 9.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 275/40/18
(lower offset such as +10 in rear is possible but may require rolling)
Front 18" x 9.5" , Offset +25 to +30, Tires 255/40/18
Rear 18" x 10.5" , Offset +28 to +35, Tires 285/40/18 or 295/35/18
(lower offset such as +23 in the rear is possible but may require rolling)
19" combination:
Front 19" x 8.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 245/35/19
Rear 19" x 9.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 275/35/19
(lower offset such as +10 in rear is possible but may require rolling)
Front 19" x 9.5" , Offset +25 to +30, Tires 255/35/19 or 265/35/19
Rear 19" x 10.5" , Offset +23 to +32, Tires 285/35/19 or 295/35/19
(lower offset such as +23 or wider tires in the rear is possible but may require rolling)
From this, you get the idea of what is required to go with smaller wheels like 17's, (typically lighter, faster acceleration), or bigger wheels like 20's (bigger, heavier, usually makes you feel slower).
Get to know how to use the following tools and you will be able to figure out for yourself the correct offsets and tire sizes you need:
Tire size calculator (click)
Wheel Offset Calculator
Certain combinations of LOW OFFSET and/or WIDE WHEELS will require what is known as "fender rolling" or "fender cutting".
If you are not familiar with the term "fender rolling", here is a quick but useful lesson you can learn in a couple of minutes: Go outside to wherever your Z is parked. Run your fingers along the inside edge of a REAR fender just above your tires. You will feel a sharp edge and a flap of metal sticking inward towards the car. Now, go up to the FRONT fender, and feel the inside of the fender again. You should notice that the flap of metal has been "rolled" upwards on the front fenders. This is exactly what fender rolling is all about. The rear fenders will need to be rolled to make room for wide wheels or low offsets, or else your tires may rub on the metal when you take hard corners or hit bumps. Any experienced wheel/tire shop should know how to roll a fender. If you go to a shop that does not seem like they know what they're doing, get out of there.
Let's get the basics out of the way first: You need a lug pattern of 5x114.3, width between 8 and 11 inches, and diameter of 17", 18", 19", or 20".
Here are some of the more popular wheel and tire sizes (for good reason) that people put on their Z's. There is no "RIGHT" answer but there is a limit to how big or small you can go.
18" combination:
Front 18" x 8.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 245/40/18
Rear 18" x 9.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 275/40/18
(lower offset such as +10 in rear is possible but may require rolling)
Front 18" x 9.5" , Offset +25 to +30, Tires 255/40/18
Rear 18" x 10.5" , Offset +28 to +35, Tires 285/40/18 or 295/35/18
(lower offset such as +23 in the rear is possible but may require rolling)
19" combination:
Front 19" x 8.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 245/35/19
Rear 19" x 9.5" , Offset +15 to +25, Tires 275/35/19
(lower offset such as +10 in rear is possible but may require rolling)
Front 19" x 9.5" , Offset +25 to +30, Tires 255/35/19 or 265/35/19
Rear 19" x 10.5" , Offset +23 to +32, Tires 285/35/19 or 295/35/19
(lower offset such as +23 or wider tires in the rear is possible but may require rolling)
From this, you get the idea of what is required to go with smaller wheels like 17's, (typically lighter, faster acceleration), or bigger wheels like 20's (bigger, heavier, usually makes you feel slower).
Get to know how to use the following tools and you will be able to figure out for yourself the correct offsets and tire sizes you need:
Tire size calculator (click)
Wheel Offset Calculator
Certain combinations of LOW OFFSET and/or WIDE WHEELS will require what is known as "fender rolling" or "fender cutting".
If you are not familiar with the term "fender rolling", here is a quick but useful lesson you can learn in a couple of minutes: Go outside to wherever your Z is parked. Run your fingers along the inside edge of a REAR fender just above your tires. You will feel a sharp edge and a flap of metal sticking inward towards the car. Now, go up to the FRONT fender, and feel the inside of the fender again. You should notice that the flap of metal has been "rolled" upwards on the front fenders. This is exactly what fender rolling is all about. The rear fenders will need to be rolled to make room for wide wheels or low offsets, or else your tires may rub on the metal when you take hard corners or hit bumps. Any experienced wheel/tire shop should know how to roll a fender. If you go to a shop that does not seem like they know what they're doing, get out of there.
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