Looking at New Wheels (size/offset, etc.)
01-26-2011, 09:16 AM
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Looking at New Wheels (size/offset, etc.)
So I'm looking at getting some new wheels this summer to go with the TEIN SSs that's I'll also be getting. I really like the XXR 518s:
So my questions are as follows: Here are the sizes available that I am considering:
17x7
17x8.5
18x8.5
All of the above are available in +48 offset, but I think I can find them in a +35 offset. Once I'm lowered on Tein SS coilovers, what offset is going to fit and look best with each of these 3 sizes of wheel?
So my questions are as follows: Here are the sizes available that I am considering:
17x7
17x8.5
18x8.5
All of the above are available in +48 offset, but I think I can find them in a +35 offset. Once I'm lowered on Tein SS coilovers, what offset is going to fit and look best with each of these 3 sizes of wheel?
01-26-2011, 09:26 AM
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Seriously, look at the wheel, then look at the breastplate on this Centurian.
Before attacking the 12 Colonies, the Cylons were well-respected for their custom wheels.
Before attacking the 12 Colonies, the Cylons were well-respected for their custom wheels.
Last edited by Rochester; 01-26-2011 at 11:57 AM.
wheel width...18x8.5 IMO according to your thoughts....are you looking for flush or what?
01-26-2011, 09:53 AM
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If you're set on xxr's, check out www.nlmotoring.com. They had the best price when I got my 521's
01-26-2011, 10:04 AM
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http://forums.maxima.org/wheels-tire...onig-next.html
01-26-2011, 10:24 AM
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18x8.5 +35 w/a 5mm spacer in the rear and a centered beam.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
01-26-2011, 10:31 AM
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18x8.5 +35 w/a 5mm spacer in the rear and a centered beam.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
01-26-2011, 10:40 AM
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Yeah, I've decided against 17x7. I shouldn't even have put that in my original post. I think 17x8.5 might be the best option for me. We'll see though. There's something to be said for how nice 18's look.
01-26-2011, 10:47 AM
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If I was looking for performance, I'd get a dedicated lightweight 17. Any idea what these weigh?
I have stocks for snow, LW 17's for perf, and Z33 18's for "perf" but more wanna be looks. One for most occasions.
I have stocks for snow, LW 17's for perf, and Z33 18's for "perf" but more wanna be looks. One for most occasions.
01-26-2011, 11:32 AM
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To be honest, with how clean your car is, I'd hold out for a set of SE-Rs. Aftermarket wheels can make it look tacky if size/offset/style aren't done right IMO. If you're set on them, go 18x8.5 +35 and throw in a 5mm spacer in the rear as long as your beam isn't completely off center.
01-26-2011, 11:44 AM
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To be honest, with how clean your car is, I'd hold out for a set of SE-Rs. Aftermarket wheels can make it look tacky if size/offset/style aren't done right IMO. If you're set on them, go 18x8.5 +35 and throw in a 5mm spacer in the rear as long as your beam isn't completely off center.
01-26-2011, 12:11 PM
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To be honest, with how clean your car is, I'd hold out for a set of SE-Rs. Aftermarket wheels can make it look tacky if size/offset/style aren't done right IMO. If you're set on them, go 18x8.5 +35 and throw in a 5mm spacer in the rear as long as your beam isn't completely off center.
IMO especially considering the weak azz fitment.
I don't think I'll be able to afford them anyway.
01-26-2011, 12:20 PM
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Yeah, but some sets of wheels (XXRs for example) are nice-looking, not too heavy, and only $440... as opposed to many others that are twice as much or more. But +1 on the spacers comment. I agree.
01-26-2011, 12:38 PM
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I hosestly dont like the wheels at all. But if your hell bent on getting them...
Listen to this guy please. Only thing I would change is I would go 19s instead of 18s. But I'm biased. And tire prices arent too appealing.
My 19s are 24lbs a piece. Obviously not light, but 20lbs are heavy for 17s. I wouldnt touch a set of 17s unless they had a sub 20lb weight.
I tried a set of se-rs on my car and I threw up a little in my mouth. They sunk in so freakin much in the front. My car looked like rino with legs from a wiener dog...
18x8.5 +35 w/a 5mm spacer in the rear and a centered beam.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
In the summer I wear Z33 tracks (8.5/+33 all around) with a 5mm spacer in the front, and a 10 or 15mm spacer in the back. Depends on the tires I wear, hence the use of a 10 or 15 out back.
I imagine if I was slizzam3d y0, I'd probably look like some of you guys.
I tried a set of se-rs on my car and I threw up a little in my mouth. They sunk in so freakin much in the front. My car looked like rino with legs from a wiener dog...
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01-26-2011, 12:43 PM
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to the OP...what you thinking about getting now
01-26-2011, 12:53 PM
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Well dont get me wrong, it looks good from the side shot and the color flows well. But on a slammed car it needs some beefy spacers. (20mm in the front wouldnt be too far off)
01-26-2011, 12:58 PM
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Honestly, while I'm deciding on some aftermarket wheels I think I'm gonna spend $200 and get my stock 17's powdercoated black. Then I can have a change but not rush my wheel decision.
01-26-2011, 02:02 PM
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So hypothetical question. On stock 17" SE wheels, what size of spacers would give the best look with a drop? I know the back is more tucked in than the front and will need bigger spacers, but what are good sizes? 15 mm front, 20mm back?
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01-26-2011, 02:09 PM
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With the very (very 
) little info I've retained about wheel spacers, there's a certain depth that will require new lugs when you exceed it. 5mm, I think. Right or wrong, you might want to figure that part out, too.
) little info I've retained about wheel spacers, there's a certain depth that will require new lugs when you exceed it. 5mm, I think. Right or wrong, you might want to figure that part out, too.