Wheel Fitment Question Thread

[fliprayzin240sx]

When you slap over fenders on, you're supposed to cut the oem fender high up, both inner and outer since theres two metal. Then you're supposed to reweld them back together so the its sealed. Doesnt look like they cut the old fenders high enough.

From the looks of the picture, it doesnt look like they welded/sealed the inner and outer fender back together. You'll get shit/waster getting inside your car.

Here's a good step by step of the process...
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/392168...-silvia/page-4

[dazed]

Yeah, that's what I was thinking.. It looks like they didn't cut the old ones high enough.

I watched them doing some welding so I think they did that part. Just kind bummed now. My own fault I guess for not inspecting it better.


Edit: Went down to the bodyshop (this is a couple months later after the work has been done). Told them the deal, showed them pictures of what it's supposed to look like. And acknowledged they fucked up and are going to cut the original fender up higher.... which they should have done in the first place... but at least I don't have to threaten legal action. Going to watch them do the whole thing this time possibly.

So my question is solved. Anyone pics of what an over-fender install is NOT supposed to look like? Check the bottom of the last page.

[Silvi]

What about stretching 225/40 on 18X10J?
Is it safe? btw i'm talking about the rear wheels(+drifting sometimes)

[fliprayzin240sx]

Not that big of a deal...thats what i run on my fronts. Seen people stretch 215s on 10js.

[blockedwizard]

Hey there

I have 18x8.5 +25 lmgt4's with 235/45/18's mounted for the front
And 18x9 +30 XSA 02c's for the rear, still no tires

This is for my s13 coupe, with lowering springs on stock shocks and hammered front fenders, probably gonna roll both fenders, and eventually get coilovers. But for now on lowering springs.

My questions are what tires should i run in the rear? maybe throw the 235/45's from the lmgt4's to the works, and get something like 215's or 225's for the lmgt4's? Or go with a whole new set or different tires?

Also will i need spacers? im guessing i do

Thanks

[fliprayzin240sx]

You dont need spacers to fit them but you'd probably want some spacers to get them somewhat flush to the fenders. You shouldnt have to roll/pull the fenders on this setup.

As far as the tires, you probably wanna get rid of the 235/45-18 all together since those are too big for these cars. I doubt you'd fit those tires up front without hitting the top of the struts. I'd run some 215/40 up front and 225/40 in the rears.

[Mustache240]

what size spacers should i run on 17x7.5 +35 with 20mm overs on the rear (car came with them) the tire size im running is 235 45 17. I want the wheel to sit sorta flush with the fender, since im planning on tucking.... car has coils on it

[Silvi]

Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Not that big of a deal...thats what i run on my fronts. Seen people stretch 215s on 10js.

Thanks!
As i know the stretch of 225 on 10J is pretty serious..
So if i drifting sometimes with stretch like this, any chances the the the tire will rip at the stretch points under pressure? or its fully safe?

[zooopreme]

Originally Posted by Mustache240

what size spacers should i run on 17x7.5 +35 with 20mm overs on the rear (car came with them) the tire size im running is 235 45 17. I want the wheel to sit sorta flush with the fender, since im planning on tucking.... car has coils on it

You have 20mm overs...and you want to fit skinny 7.5"...you're going to need a monster spacer to get this to be flush.

Honestly, if you can trade up to something a little wider and has a better offset for the S-Chassis, go with that.

Unless you're dumb enough to go with these for your shitty sized wheels:

[fliprayzin240sx]

Originally Posted by Silvi

Thanks!
As i know the stretch of 225 on 10J is pretty serious..
So if i drifting sometimes with stretch like this, any chances the the the tire will rip at the stretch points under pressure? or its fully safe?

Like I've said before, the same exact wheels I have up front (Work Equip 18x10 running 225/40-18s) are my track/daily wheels up front since I've run nothing but Dunlop Star Specs. I've been running 10js on 225/40s since 2007. Never had an issue. I've even had a small leak that caused one of the wheels to get down to 15 psi and didnt even break the bead.

[fliprayzin240sx]

Originally Posted by Mustache240

what size spacers should i run on 17x7.5 +35 with 20mm overs on the rear (car came with them) the tire size im running is 235 45 17. I want the wheel to sit sorta flush with the fender, since im planning on tucking.... car has coils on it

You gotta be either a fucking retard or trolling...

[Sean P.]

Going 17x9+12 up front and x9.5+12 in the rear

Should I go 215/40 f and 215/45 r or 215/45 f 225/45 r?

Would a 215/45 up front cause rubbing issues?

[CRPS13]

Wow, you guys are actually answering some of these guys' questions. Wtf is going on in here.

[CRPS13]

Originally Posted by Sean P.

Going 17x9+12 up front and x9.5+12 in the rear

Should I go 215/40 f and 215/45 r or 215/45 f 225/45 r?

Would a 215/45 up front cause rubbing issues?

I would run a smaller profile in the front. I have 215/45's up front on mine and it's keepin me from going any lower without drastick modification.

[zooopreme]

Originally Posted by Sean P.

http://i.imgur.com/Nkpnm.jpg

Going 17x9+12 up front and x9.5+12 in the rear

Should I go 215/40 f and 215/45 r or 215/45 f 225/45 r?

Would a 215/45 up front cause rubbing issues?

Depending on how low you want your car, 45 will be fine. At the height you're at (with 45), it will require SLIGHT hammering of the inners depending on how horrible your coilovers dampers are.

And for the rear, that will be fine. 215 225 doesn't matter in terms of fitment.

Originally Posted by CRPS13

Wow, you guys are actually answering some of these guys' questions. Wtf is going on in here.

If a question doesn't get answered, I get PM's from people. So I might as well address it where people can see.

[Sean P.]

Originally Posted by zooopreme

Depending on how low you want your car, 45 will be fine. At the height you're at (with 45), it will require SLIGHT hammering of the inners depending on how horrible your coilovers dampers are.

And for the rear, that will be fine. 215 225 doesn't matter in terms of fitment.

Thanks for the responses guys, so would you suggest just getting the 215/40 in the front?

[zooopreme]

Yep.

msglngth

[fliprayzin240sx]

Originally Posted by Mustache240

what size spacers should i run on 17x7.5 +35 with 20mm overs on the rear (car came with them) the tire size im running is 235 45 17. I want the wheel to sit sorta flush with the fender, since im planning on tucking.... car has coils on it

Originally Posted by CRPS13

Wow, you guys are actually answering some of these guys' questions. Wtf is going on in here.

Not really, cuz I'm ignoring that one. The whole idea of running spacers on skinny ass wheels with shitty offset, that I dont even think would look good on an Accord, and get it flush on a 20mm spacers is the dumbest shit I've seen in a while.

Well take that back, this and the guy in tech asking why his wheels look off when he's running 2 different offset wheels up front, is probably neck to neck right now.

[AndyG]

I got some rims and tires for free and i was wondering what size tires i should get to stop the tires rubbing but still get the meaty look. They are high negative offset 15x8 mangels rims with P235/60R15s. obviously they are too big and they rub the firewall really bad at full lock. any help and advice would be appreciated!

here are some pictures:

[zooopreme]

Originally Posted by AndyG

I got some rims and tires for free and i was wondering what size tires i should get to stop the tires rubbing but still get the meaty look. They are high negative offset 15x8 mangels rims with P235/60R15s. obviously they are too big and they rub the firewall really bad at full lock. any help and advice would be appreciated!

They do what? Rub the firewall at full lock?! What does your front suspension look like?

Just kidding. 225/50 or 55. Take your pick.

[JDM SPUG]

Does any1 have a varstoen 2.2.1 18X10.5 with the rear 300zx calipers?
I want to know if there would be a clearance issue because the people at varrstoen don't know.

Thanks

[fliprayzin240sx]

Originally Posted by JDM SPUG

Does any1 have a varstoen 2.2.1 18X10.5 with the rear 300zx calipers?
I want to know if there would be a clearance issue because the people at varrstoen don't know.

Thanks

They clear the fronts, the rears will be nothing.

[zooopreme]

^I'm not even going to answer that. That's such a dumb question. When has anybody ever have any clearance issues with a rear caliper that doesn't sit out further than where the rotor meets the hub?

Not even flat spoke designs like some mesh wheels will touch that caliper lol.

[JDM SPUG]

Originally Posted by zooopreme

^I'm not even going to answer that. That's such a dumb question. When has anybody ever have any clearance issues with a rear caliper that doesn't sit out further than where the rotor meets the hub?

Not even flat spoke designs like some mesh wheels will touch that caliper lol.

you didnt have to answer it some1 already did and when you call and dealer for varrstoen they say at least +22.

[JDM SPUG]

Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

They clear the fronts, the rears will be nothing.

Thank You.

[zooopreme]

Originally Posted by JDM SPUG

you didnt have to answer it some1 already did and when you call and dealer for varrstoen they say at least +22.

For what it's worth, google could have answered your question if you were resourceful enough, you little baby.

Again, this thread requires understanding and research on how wheel fitment/offset work. Not to be spoon fed information.

[fliprayzin240sx]

Originally Posted by JDM SPUG

you didnt have to answer it some1 already did and when you call and dealer for varrstoen they say at least +22.

Offset has absolutely nothing to do with brake clearance. You can have -35 rims and still not clear the brakes.

[AndyG]

They do what? Rub the firewall at full lock?! What does your front suspension look like?

Just kidding. 225/50 or 55. Take your pick

Thanks you!

[blockedwizard]

Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

You dont need spacers to fit them but you'd probably want some spacers to get them somewhat flush to the fenders. You shouldnt have to roll/pull the fenders on this setup.

As far as the tires, you probably wanna get rid of the 235/45-18 all together since those are too big for these cars. I doubt you'd fit those tires up front without hitting the top of the struts. I'd run some 215/40 up front and 225/40 in the rears.

Thanks alot man, i figured id need spacers to make 'em sit flush. And the tire options makes it cheaper and easier to find em, thanks again

[ghoti]

Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Offset has absolutely nothing to do with brake clearance. You can have -35 rims and still not clear the brakes.

Caliper overhang?