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GripTerror · 03-04-2011, 06:27 PM

what the hell is up with the stretched tires in this thread lately, go to the other thread....

PyroTecK · 03-05-2011, 07:25 AM

This was my setup from a while back and rubbing was minimal. As in, it would only rub on the inside at full lock and on the front fender at full compression (high speed race track cornering)

And alignment specs for reference
front camber -2*
caster 6*
rear toe 0
rear camber -1.5*
rear toe 0
Roll/pull is very light.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PyroTecK

F - 17x9+22 effective (5mm spacer)
R - 17x9+27
245/40/17s all four corners
stock metal rolled slight pull

Once the car is back on the road I have plans for 255/40/17s on same spec wheels.

Turka · 03-07-2011, 02:21 AM

my friends 300zx TT

Specs are 19x10 rear with 285/35, 18x8.5 front with 245/35

19x10 rears:

ross.cottrill · 03-07-2011, 04:53 AM

what wheels are they?^^^

Om1kron · 03-07-2011, 05:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GripTerror

wth those are stretched tires wrong thread lol get some rubber

LOL I was looking at the pictures on this page and the thread title and wondering why I saw rim lips sticking out of the fucking tires haha.

265/35/18 Hankook RS-3 - There is no stretch, the metal fender ate the sidewall.

Turka · 03-07-2011, 05:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ross.cottrill

what wheels are they?^^^

Linea Corse LC818 18x8.5 +30, 19x10 +38

GripTerror · 03-08-2011, 04:48 PM

omikron that looks hot

madd ocx · 03-10-2011, 05:56 AM

http://

Here is my rear wheel setup, still gotta work on the fronts.
18x9.5 +15 255/35 michelin pilot sports, gotta roll my fenders cause they are rubbing, didn't think I would of had to, especially the rears. And I'm not even that low. Has anyone had any problems with fender rolling cracking paint?
http://

Farkel · 03-17-2011, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Om1kron

LOL I was looking at the pictures on this page and the thread title and wondering why I saw rim lips sticking out of the fucking tires haha.

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265/35/18 Hankook RS-3 - There is no stretch, the metal fender ate the sidewall.

That's a nice pull... is that purely fender roller work?

articdragon192 · 03-18-2011, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turka

my friends 300zx TT

Specs are 19x10 rear with 285/35, 18x8.5 front with 245/35

Why are the tire profiles all funky?

longfellow · 03-18-2011, 09:29 AM

Because it should be a 30 series sidewall not a 35, at least on a 19" tire.

BTplaya · 03-19-2011, 05:06 PM

Dirty azz balloon tire set-up. Stock metal no rub.

17's w/ 255-F 275-R

lysticalz · 03-20-2011, 04:50 PM

17x9+4(spacer effective) 255/40/17 bridgestone regno gr7000. just rolled fenders stock camber arm.

20 til 3 · 03-20-2011, 10:20 PM

question... i went through the thread and i'm wondering if i'll be able to run 17x9.75 +25 with 245's up front. At the moment i'm on spring/strut combo but will be getting coils in a month or two.

i'm sure i'll have slight rubbing issues, but will i be able to clear tokico struts for the time being?

PyroTecK · 03-21-2011, 03:06 PM

I dont have experience with spring/strut but at 17x9+22 I had about 1mm of clearance between the wheel lip and the spring perch on my coilovers. Your tire would probably clear but you'd need something like an extended lower bracket to clear the wheel/strut contact.

bigwoofersnet · 03-21-2011, 11:09 PM

So, I just picked up a s13 coupe and I'm nervous about ordering tires, and I've looked through this thread quite a bit but I'm overwhelmed. The wheel and tire combo I've picked out are:

17x9 +25 front/back
front tire: 245-40-17
rear tire: 275-40-17

Currently on stock suspension, but I'm planning on ordering Megan or the equivelent CO's almost immediately. Looking through this thread, I may need some small spacers for the front, possibly 5mm or so to clear CO's? I understand I'll need to roll my fenders, but will they give me a giant F-U if I put these sizes on? Any help is appreciated, the wheel/tires on the car are shot and I can't have fun with the car until I replace them as they don't hold air.

Thanks!

PyroTecK · 03-22-2011, 07:48 PM

That would be easy enough to fit with a roll, youll get some rubbing but shouldnt be anything too bad. If the front is rubbing on the inside you can use some washers on the lugs and test fit then measure the washer stack to see what size spacer you would need. My guess would be less than 5mm but it'll all depend on your suspension/alignment setup.

tredmkv · 03-22-2011, 08:04 PM

17x9.5 et 18 245/45/17 dunlop star specs need to get a smaller sidewall and run more width 255/40/17

DreEzed · 03-23-2011, 02:16 AM

Thank you Tred!
I have the same sizes and wondered how much of a tire I could fit.
Do you have any pics of fender and wheel , how much they stick out?

Gjohnson7 · 03-23-2011, 12:39 PM

Alright guys, I'm running 17 X 8 G35 wheels and I'm trying to find the best tire for the rears. I want Maximum rubber since I'm putting down around 400hp, but I don't want to lose handling because of excessive side wall. Any recommendations? I've been through this thread, but haven't really seen what I'm looking for.

Eventually I probably pick up some 18 x 10's with 275's or so, but I still need to save for a while.

Stock specs:
Rear
Size: 17x8.0
Offset: +33mm
Weight:
Tire: 235/50/17

longfellow · 03-23-2011, 01:10 PM

Run a 235-40-17 not a 235-50. Star Spec, RS-3 or NT05 are all good choices. Still not enough tire for 400hp, but thats the best you're going to get on a 17x8. If you really want you can try and wrap a 245-40 on it.

ka-titties · 03-23-2011, 03:52 PM

i have 245's on that exact same wheel. it can be done.

Gjohnson7 · 03-23-2011, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ka-titties

i have 245's on that exact same wheel. it can be done.

Can you post pics???

mikerbike · 03-23-2011, 10:49 PM

I installed a pair of 285/35/18s on 18x8s. It was a pain in the ass, and it looked like sweat dripping off a ballsack, but it can be done.

ladyzx · 03-23-2011, 11:09 PM

255 on a 17x9

SicBastard · 03-23-2011, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gjohnson7

Alright guys, I'm running 17 X 8 G35 wheels and I'm trying to find the best tire for the rears. I want Maximum rubber since I'm putting down around 400hp, but I don't want to lose handling because of excessive side wall. Any recommendations? I've been through this thread, but haven't really seen what I'm looking for.

Eventually I probably pick up some 18 x 10's with 275's or so, but I still need to save for a while.

Stock specs:
Rear
Size: 17x8.0
Offset: +33mm
Weight:
Tire: 235/50/17

Kumho Ecsta XS

245 for sure, and a half inch outside the XS spec would allow you a 255. I generally consider it plenty safe to push the manufacturers specs out .5"

The notion of 'Excessive side wall' is bullshit. If you go to a wider tire (within manufacturers spec for wheel width) you will get more traction. I suggest saving your money for the 18x10s now, and just go get some used 245 or 255s tires to keep you going for $25.

Of course an 18x11 will fit stock R&P sheet metal, but they aren't easy to find without a phat bankroll.

Seraphim38 · 03-24-2011, 09:30 AM

Gjohnson you need to buy wider wheels, Enkei RPF1 17x10 and 275s would be my suggestion (or at least 17x9). Although, I am presuming that you want some level of grip...if you like not having grip then run 235s or 245s and let it be.

I haven't posted pics in this thread of my car but plan to soon. New 275/40/17 NT05s get mounted today. Azenis 255 fronts. S13 hatch with stretched/pulled stock fenders, Super 7 pro coilovers and lots of other suspension mods.

Gjohnson7 · 03-24-2011, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SicBastard

I suggest saving your money for the 18x10s now, and just go get some used 245 or 255s tires to keep you going for $25.
Of course an 18x11 will fit stock R&P sheet metal, but they aren't easy to find without a phat bankroll.

Yeah, I would really like to pick up some used tires to get me by for a while. I'll have to search around locally, don't think I can find any for $25 though. Sic, what would you recommend on the 255's? Have you finished your swap yet, I can't imagine the amount of wheel spin that LS7 will produce. I can lay rubber at will with my 5.3L.

I don't have any recent pics after paint, but as you can see from my primered pic below, I'm already prepping the ride for bigger wheels. Just gonna take some time savings money with a wife, 3 kids, mortgage and all that other good stuff wheels aren't to high on the overall priority list.

Gjohnson7 · 03-24-2011, 04:39 PM

Oh, as a side note. My buddy has a set of wheels in his garage I thinking about buying that are from his friends G35. They are an old set of Volk GT-C's 19 x 9 front 19 x 10.5 rear, but my friend keeps telling me their too big for a S14. I think the 19's on a S14 look clean, but the tires will be coin.

Highway Riding · 03-24-2011, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gjohnson7

Oh, as a side note. My buddy has a set of wheels in his garage I thinking about buying that are from his friends G35. They are an old set of Volk GT-C's 19 x 9 front 19 x 10.5 rear, but my friend keeps telling me their too big for a S14. I think the 19's on a S14 look clean, but the tires will be coin.

Too big for sure unless ur slammed and have an aggressive body kit. I have GTC's on my Z33 and have contemplated trying them on my Zenki S14 but it would look like a donkey!

03-07-2011, 04:53 AM	#1804
ross.cottrill Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: orlando,fl Posts: 1,185 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	what wheels are they?^^^ __________________ " NEO VVL BABY FTMFW!" Originally Posted by shagspeed Dude if I made 500WHP on a 54C SR20DET back in 1999-2000 with old school technology .. This VET will T-BAG your RB engines

03-18-2011, 09:29 AM	#1811
longfellow Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tampa Area Posts: 606 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Because it should be a 30 series sidewall not a 35, at least on a 19" tire. __________________ http://timeattackdan.blogspot.com/

03-19-2011, 05:06 PM	#1812
BTplaya Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Detroit Age: 40 Posts: 146 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Dirty azz balloon tire set-up. Stock metal no rub. 17's w/ 255-F 275-R __________________ 95' S14 w/ SR20DET - 412hp Last edited by BTplaya; 03-19-2011 at 05:09 PM.. Reason: ninja edit

03-20-2011, 10:20 PM	#1814
20 til 3 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sioux falls SD Age: 36 Posts: 662 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	question... i went through the thread and i'm wondering if i'll be able to run 17x9.75 +25 with 245's up front. At the moment i'm on spring/strut combo but will be getting coils in a month or two. i'm sure i'll have slight rubbing issues, but will i be able to clear tokico struts for the time being? __________________

03-23-2011, 12:39 PM	#1820
Gjohnson7 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Age: 43 Posts: 980 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Alright guys, I'm running 17 X 8 G35 wheels and I'm trying to find the best tire for the rears. I want Maximum rubber since I'm putting down around 400hp, but I don't want to lose handling because of excessive side wall. Any recommendations? I've been through this thread, but haven't really seen what I'm looking for. Eventually I probably pick up some 18 x 10's with 275's or so, but I still need to save for a while. Stock specs: Rear Size: 17x8.0 Offset: +33mm Weight: Tire: 235/50/17 __________________ LSX Kouki Project, swap completed in Dec 09

03-04-2011, 06:27 PM	#1801
GripTerror Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Canada Age: 39 Posts: 685 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	what the hell is up with the stretched tires in this thread lately, go to the other thread....

03-07-2011, 02:21 AM	#1803
Turka Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Mid Atlantic Posts: 62 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	my friends 300zx TT Specs are 19x10 rear with 285/35, 18x8.5 front with 245/35 19x10 rears:

03-08-2011, 04:48 PM	#1807
GripTerror Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Canada Age: 39 Posts: 685 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	omikron that looks hot

03-10-2011, 05:56 AM	#1808
madd ocx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: brooklyn Age: 42 Posts: 499 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	http:// Here is my rear wheel setup, still gotta work on the fronts. 18x9.5 +15 255/35 michelin pilot sports, gotta roll my fenders cause they are rubbing, didn't think I would of had to, especially the rears. And I'm not even that low. Has anyone had any problems with fender rolling cracking paint? http://

03-20-2011, 04:50 PM	#1813
lysticalz Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: rhode island Posts: 195 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	17x9+4(spacer effective) 255/40/17 bridgestone regno gr7000. just rolled fenders stock camber arm.

03-21-2011, 03:06 PM	#1815
PyroTecK Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bergen Co. NJ Age: 42 Posts: 20 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I dont have experience with spring/strut but at 17x9+22 I had about 1mm of clearance between the wheel lip and the spring perch on my coilovers. Your tire would probably clear but you'd need something like an extended lower bracket to clear the wheel/strut contact.

03-21-2011, 11:09 PM	#1816
bigwoofersnet Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Age: 41 Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	So, I just picked up a s13 coupe and I'm nervous about ordering tires, and I've looked through this thread quite a bit but I'm overwhelmed. The wheel and tire combo I've picked out are: 17x9 +25 front/back front tire: 245-40-17 rear tire: 275-40-17 Currently on stock suspension, but I'm planning on ordering Megan or the equivelent CO's almost immediately. Looking through this thread, I may need some small spacers for the front, possibly 5mm or so to clear CO's? I understand I'll need to roll my fenders, but will they give me a giant F-U if I put these sizes on? Any help is appreciated, the wheel/tires on the car are shot and I can't have fun with the car until I replace them as they don't hold air. Thanks!

03-22-2011, 07:48 PM	#1817
PyroTecK Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bergen Co. NJ Age: 42 Posts: 20 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	That would be easy enough to fit with a roll, youll get some rubbing but shouldnt be anything too bad. If the front is rubbing on the inside you can use some washers on the lugs and test fit then measure the washer stack to see what size spacer you would need. My guess would be less than 5mm but it'll all depend on your suspension/alignment setup.

03-22-2011, 08:04 PM	#1818
tredmkv Leaky Injector Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bolingbrook, IL Age: 35 Posts: 75 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	17x9.5 et 18 245/45/17 dunlop star specs need to get a smaller sidewall and run more width 255/40/17

03-23-2011, 02:16 AM	#1819
DreEzed Users Awaiting Email Confirmation Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Los Angeles Posts: 1,725 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	Thank you Tred! I have the same sizes and wondered how much of a tire I could fit. Do you have any pics of fender and wheel , how much they stick out?

03-23-2011, 01:10 PM	#1821
longfellow Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tampa Area Posts: 606 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Run a 235-40-17 not a 235-50. Star Spec, RS-3 or NT05 are all good choices. Still not enough tire for 400hp, but thats the best you're going to get on a 17x8. If you really want you can try and wrap a 245-40 on it. __________________ http://timeattackdan.blogspot.com/

03-23-2011, 03:52 PM	#1822
ka-titties Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Near that guy you know Posts: 1,561 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	i have 245's on that exact same wheel. it can be done.

03-23-2011, 10:49 PM	#1824
mikerbike Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: SLC, UT Age: 41 Posts: 461 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I installed a pair of 285/35/18s on 18x8s. It was a pain in the ass, and it looked like sweat dripping off a ballsack, but it can be done. __________________

03-23-2011, 11:09 PM	#1825
ladyzx Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: slc utah Age: 40 Posts: 105 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	255 on a 17x9

03-24-2011, 09:30 AM	#1827
Seraphim38 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Washington Posts: 810 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Gjohnson you need to buy wider wheels, Enkei RPF1 17x10 and 275s would be my suggestion (or at least 17x9). Although, I am presuming that you want some level of grip...if you like not having grip then run 235s or 245s and let it be. I haven't posted pics in this thread of my car but plan to soon. New 275/40/17 NT05s get mounted today. Azenis 255 fronts. S13 hatch with stretched/pulled stock fenders, Super 7 pro coilovers and lots of other suspension mods.

03-24-2011, 04:39 PM	#1829
Gjohnson7 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Age: 43 Posts: 980 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Oh, as a side note. My buddy has a set of wheels in his garage I thinking about buying that are from his friends G35. They are an old set of Volk GT-C's 19 x 9 front 19 x 10.5 rear, but my friend keeps telling me their too big for a S14. I think the 19's on a S14 look clean, but the tires will be coin. __________________ LSX Kouki Project, swap completed in Dec 09