how do I know if a wheel is clear for brakes and sitting with flush fitment? - Zilvia.net Forums | Nissan 240SX (Silvia) and Z (Fairlady) Car Forum

dongoesby · 07-13-2008, 10:51 PM

Hi guys, I'm planning to order a set of Gram lights 57 Maximum 18x9.5 +12 non-stagger for all around. I'm still not sure if these size will sit flush on my stock body? and will it clear for z brakes? I drive a S14 and expect not to use any spacers since I know it is not good in terms of changing the suspension geometry. Since I'm not sure the size and offset on the stock rims, I hope I can get some answers here. Thanks!

Addicted2Kouki · 07-13-2008, 11:04 PM

Its good. get em.

No spacers needed, yes it clears brakes.
Flush yes.

murda-c · 07-13-2008, 11:05 PM

spacers change suspension geometry in the same exact way different wheel offsets do.

There are two ways for you to know if those wheels will clear your brakes.

1.obtain measurements of the wheels, and then measure your brakes
2.search the forums and for someone with those wheels on a s chassis with a brake swap or a z32 with those wheels.

I can tell you it will clear your brakes and you will have to roll and maybe pull your fenders depending on your tires and ride height.

07-13-2008, 10:51 PM	#1
dongoesby Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Francisco Age: 38 Posts: 756 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	how do I know if a wheel is clear for brakes and sitting with flush fitment? Hi guys, I'm planning to order a set of Gram lights 57 Maximum 18x9.5 +12 non-stagger for all around. I'm still not sure if these size will sit flush on my stock body? and will it clear for z brakes? I drive a S14 and expect not to use any spacers since I know it is not good in terms of changing the suspension geometry. Since I'm not sure the size and offset on the stock rims, I hope I can get some answers here. Thanks!

07-13-2008, 11:05 PM	#3
murda-c Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Montgomery County, MD Age: 36 Posts: 3,198 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	spacers change suspension geometry in the same exact way different wheel offsets do. There are two ways for you to know if those wheels will clear your brakes. 1.obtain measurements of the wheels, and then measure your brakes 2.search the forums and for someone with those wheels on a s chassis with a brake swap or a z32 with those wheels. I can tell you it will clear your brakes and you will have to roll and maybe pull your fenders depending on your tires and ride height. __________________