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uiuc240 · 03-06-2003, 08:55 AM

That size is going to be a tough fit...18's are a little big for S13s. But that's up to you to decide and try.

I have no idea what the clearance will be for Z brakes or for coilovers...all you can do it buy them and try it. You might need to get spacers later. The Z brake clearance is all about the spoke design (and it also depends on if you get the 26 or 30mm calipers). +40 7.5" will probably clear coilovers though.

use this to calculate offset stuff: http://www.mercurycapri.com/technical/suspen/woc.html

You are going to need about a 20mm spacer to bring things really really flush. 10-15mm will be a good start, though. Apparently, stock studs are 42mm...you will need the 60mm Nismo studs for the spacers. Or, you could try getting the H&R kit. Check www.optauto.com for those.

Anyway, start googling

Oh, here's my car with Z brakes (26mm) and 17x7" +40 wheels. The clearance is so tight, I can hold a business card between the "NISSAN" and the back of the spoke.

Eric

03-06-2003, 08:55 AM	#2
uiuc240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Naperville, IL Age: 46 Posts: 2,093 Trader Rating: (0)	That size is going to be a tough fit...18's are a little big for S13s. But that's up to you to decide and try. I have no idea what the clearance will be for Z brakes or for coilovers...all you can do it buy them and try it. You might need to get spacers later. The Z brake clearance is all about the spoke design (and it also depends on if you get the 26 or 30mm calipers). +40 7.5" will probably clear coilovers though. use this to calculate offset stuff: http://www.mercurycapri.com/technical/suspen/woc.html You are going to need about a 20mm spacer to bring things really really flush. 10-15mm will be a good start, though. Apparently, stock studs are 42mm...you will need the 60mm Nismo studs for the spacers. Or, you could try getting the H&R kit. Check www.optauto.com for those. Anyway, start googling Oh, here's my car with Z brakes (26mm) and 17x7" +40 wheels. The clearance is so tight, I can hold a business card between the "NISSAN" and the back of the spoke. Eric __________________ 2002 Mazda Protege5 1989 S13 w/SR20DET (sold)