Fitment For Dummies A.K.A "Will this fit?"

[BLACKonBLACK98]

A) Centerline - Middle of the rim.
B) Diameter - Diameter of the rim. Unit: Inches
C) Overall Diameter (O.D.) - Diameter of the wheel (rim and tire). Unit: Inches
D) Rim Width - Width of the rim. Unit: Inches
E) Offset - Distance of the mounting hub to the wheel's centerline Unit: Millimeters
F) Tire Width - Width of the tire tread. Unit: Millimeters
G) Tire Profile - Height of the tire sidewall. Unit: Percentage of the Section Width

All the math you will ever need:
1" = 25.4mm

Diameter:
Diameter will not play a significant roll in fitment as long as you stay within an equal (or close too) O.D.

Applying Width:
Convert the difference in width of your current wheel to the new wheel from inches to mm's. Because width is distributed to both sides of the centerline you will then divide that number in half. You now have the amount wider/narrower, in mm, that your new set up will be to each side of the centerline.

Cheat sheet (+/- 1mm):
1/2" = 6mm/Side
1" = 12mm/Side

Applying Offset:
Offset is calculated directly. (+) Offset moves the wheel towards the center of the car, (-) away from the center of the car. Spacers act as (-) offset.

Choosing Tire Width:
Convert the tire width from millimeters to inches. Compare that number to the rim width. If you need a stretch for clearance run narrower. Want more meat? Run wider.

Choosing Profile:
O.D. is fairly available information and the goal is generally to match that number as close as possible using the desired diameter and section width. A good rule of thumb is for every (+/-) inch you will need a (+/-) 5 series profile tire.

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Armed with this information and a tape measure you can figure out any and all fitment questions.

[MrDicks95SE]

more helpful pics with colors:

[Fast1one]

Originally Posted by Mr****s95SE

where have you been son???

School started up again so Ive been swamped. Plus I've been focused a lot more on audio lately (Both home and car)

Anyways, What I did in the other thread is laid down some base values for flushness in the front. I cant seem to find it now :\

9" +38
8.5" +32
8" + 26
7.5" +20
7" +14

These are fairly conservative and I don't account for the decimal place (Unit of error is 1mm for every reduction of 1.5" of wheel width from baseline 9"). There is definately more room to poke out more then camber in as needed. 9.5 Will fit in the front, but Im not sure if it will with a +44 offset (to make it flush). I run +35 with no problems, though I have a conservative drop.

For the rear add spacer to match. Or if you want to stagger.

10" +41
9.5" +35
9" +29
8.5" +23
8" +17

Again did not account for the error. Obviously you can stray +/- 1-5mm and still be close to the fender if the wheel in question does not match the criteria above.
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Making it too easy?

[BLACKonBLACK98]

i think fitment is too subjective to recommend values, which is why i explained how to figure it out rather than just spit out numbers. additionally those numbers apply only to 4th gens. can't really expect ppl to stop and figure fitment out if you keep givin generic answers, right?

shouldn't be long before "how come i crunched my fenders dropped on coilovers with 20x9.5 +35 w/ 275/35 tires".

[essential1]

Originally Posted by Mr****s95SE

how you liking the new shoes?

Put it this way, if you were ever gonna get another set, you'd have to pry them from my kung fu grip!

Bottom of page 3 and 4. More pics to come too.

AmoMaxima: 2003 SE Titanium Edition

Originally Posted by BLACKonBLACK98

i think fitment is too subjective to recommend values, which is why i explained how to figure it out rather than just spit out numbers. additionally those numbers apply only to 4th gens. can't really expect ppl to stop and figure fitment out if you keep givin generic answers, right?

shouldn't be long before "how come i crunched my fenders dropped on coilovers with 20x9.5 +35 w/ 275/35 tires".

Couldn't agree more. Those are good recomended values for fitment, but it's only universal for a 4th gen with unmodded fenders. For example. On my car, (a33 i30) I dont have as much poke as rich had on his 4th gen with his old wheels. Or so it seems from pictures.

[MrDicks95SE]

dont forget the size of the tire. even if the rim is flush with the fender, particular tires are wider than some and narrower than others. being flush means your probably going to have to have a slight stretch to accomodate against fender rub. height drop (and camber specs if any) also needs to be taken into account as well.

[essential1]

Originally Posted by Mr****s95SE

dont forget the size of the tire. even if the rim is flush with the fender, particular tires are wider than some and narrower than others. being flush means your probably going to have to have a slight stretch to accomodate against fender rub. height drop (and camber specs if any) also needs to be taken into account as well.

Yup. Another good point. Personally, I usually like a setup with wheels that poke out a little and and a tucked tire. This usually calls for a stretched tire and/or camber (which 4th and 5th gens can't do for the rear)

tire size can make or break a setup in both looks and fitment. (or lack there of)

[Puppetmaster]

Stickied for the good info, let's keep the discussion on topic and free from useless points. Thanks guys.

[BLACKonBLACK98]

Originally Posted by LowKey Max

New to site need a little help got a 06 max SE my two rear tires ate up on the inside of the tire but the rest of the tire is good can anyone help with problem before i put my new rims on

Originally Posted by -ReLLiK-

im looking into getting some 6th Gen stock rims/tires for my 91 max. I was wondering if the fitment would be ok without any spacers etc.?

this thread is to teach you how to fish, not a fish fry.

[rehmankhan19]

Hey Guys! I am new to this Forum. HElp me out. I recently bought 20'' rims for 2005 maxima . My stock size is 17''. do you guys think it will fit in my Max? Someone told me that I need Adapters.. I dont even what kind of adapters do I need? Plz help me out

[Tippy Toes]

I still trying to find out if 20x10 will fit the rear of a 5.5 I have my bumper off and want to know if I need to cut out anything re-arrange wires/lines. My set doesnt come in 9.5 just 20x10...any help would be great or pictures with what offset.

[vastmax]

bumping this, I found this helpful tool only for it to tell me the size/offset wasnt what i was looking for...

http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp