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longfellow · 04-16-2010, 10:19 AM

That sounds like the worst set up ever.

SicBastard · 04-16-2010, 10:21 AM

The awesome thing about the 15s, is that even in a 50 series they can be more than an inch shorter than 35-45 series17s or 18s. Thereby lowering your entire car without affecting your alignment. Which of course is great for lowering your CG without F*n up your camber curves. Problem is 15" rubber maxes out at about 225s unless you're talking about slicks. You're better off stretching a set of RS3s or XSs in a 225/45/15 than you are trying to find some random tire that just happens to be wider and 15".

The whole point of this Maximum TIRE thread is performance. Not just meats for meat sake. And in you're case you'll get better performance by going smaller because that's where the good tire compounds are available.

SicBastard · 04-16-2010, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucky7

quick question. im sick to death of blowing my tires off every time i touch the gas pedal. i cant afford to have "sick fitment" or any of that shit, i just need some tire. i am in desperate need of rear tires, and am currently on 17x8" wheels, running a 225/45 on it. im very close to buying some 275/40 ecsta XS's from tirerack. any input? i am to the point where i dont care how it looks, i just want to go somewhere when i hit the gas. took this the other day with the boost controller turned off:
YouTube - just a quick 1-2 pull from the passengers POV.

it was fun at first, but now it's annoying.

The largest tire Kumho reccomends for a 17x8 is a 245.

Kumho Tires Size Chart

But that compound alone will go a LONGGGG way to helping with traction. Buy new wheels or give the 245s a try, you might be surprised by the difference the new compound will make.

Dazzla · 04-16-2010, 12:28 PM

I run a 245/45 on my 18x8 z wheels. Its fatty rubber but it gets the job done.

lucky7 · 04-16-2010, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SicBastard

The largest tire Kumho reccomends for a 17x8 is a 245.

Kumho Tires Size Chart

But that compound alone will go a LONGGGG way to helping with traction. Buy new wheels or give the 245s a try, you might be surprised by the difference the new compound will make.

i appreciate it. +1 make believe rep.

Wabash9000 · 04-16-2010, 02:23 PM

Not my pic.. Got it from http://zilvia.net/f/motorsports-skil...lots-pics.html

I remember there was some talk about no one having seen an s14 with flares.

***S14DB*** · 04-16-2010, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SicBastard

The awesome thing about the 15s, is that even in a 50 series they can be more than an inch shorter than 35-45 series17s or 18s. Thereby lowering your entire car without affecting your alignment. Which of course is great for lowering your CG without F*n up your camber curves. Problem is 15" rubber maxes out at about 225s unless you're talking about slicks. You're better off stretching a set of RS3s or XSs in a 225/45/15 than you are trying to find some random tire that just happens to be wider and 15".

The whole point of this Maximum TIRE thread is performance. Not just meats for meat sake. And in you're case you'll get better performance by going smaller because that's where the good tire compounds are available.

You then shorten the final drive ratio by 5.1%

This sucks if you are increasing tire width for traction because you are making more power. Going to row through the gears faster and break the tires loose easier.

SicBastard · 04-16-2010, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

You then shorten the final drive ratio by 5.1%

This sucks if you are increasing tire width for traction because you are making more power. Going to row through the gears faster and break the tires loose easier.

True dat., but a lot of guys with sr20's wouldn't mind. Plus that also means 5.1% more torque at the wheels. Or you can always throw in a Q45 ring and pinion to compensate.

*kingkilburn* · 04-16-2010, 04:20 PM

Will the q45's ring and pinion fit? I was under the impression that the pinion was to long for our diff casing.

gsracer · 04-16-2010, 08:42 PM

not sure but the whole diff does fit.

sentiumprogram · 04-18-2010, 10:17 AM

Not an 240sx, but it's my Charger

16 x 15 Centerline Drags

31 x 16.5 Tires - Mickey Thompsons

*kingkilburn* · 04-18-2010, 11:15 AM

How does it look from the side?

YucA · 04-18-2010, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bshotts

^^This coupe is beautiful...love to see wide, grippy tires tucked under the fender!

Thanks! She was fun...

PyroTecK · 04-18-2010, 07:13 PM

that's steve's car. im sure u can all figure out the wheels and offset, that day he was running 275 all around and competing in mod class. then the motor popped. it sucked cuz my motor popped maybe 15min before his. it wasn't a good day for 240s.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wabash9000

Not my pic.. Got it from http://zilvia.net/f/motorsports-skil...lots-pics.html

I remember there was some talk about no one having seen an s14 with flares.

s142jzkillav10 · 04-20-2010, 04:39 AM

Just a quick question fellas. When you guys do those MassivE Pulls on ur cars do you cut the lip off the quarter just to make it easyer when it getting pulled or does that remain ???

I'm gonna try and fit 305 on my s14 with a really good pull I don't wanna do over quarters.

Thanks: C. Angel

JRas · 04-20-2010, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s142jzkillav10

Just a quick question fellas. When you guys do those MassivE Pulls on ur cars do you cut the lip off the quarter just to make it easyer when it getting pulled or does that remain ???

I'm gonna try and fit 305 on my s14 with a really good pull I don't wanna do over quarters.

Thanks: C. Angel

no... at least I didn't

ZenkiCam · 04-23-2010, 04:35 AM

Edit: nvm.

ross.cottrill · 04-24-2010, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s142jzkillav10

Just a quick question fellas. When you guys do those MassivE Pulls on ur cars do you cut the lip off the quarter just to make it easyer when it getting pulled or does that remain ???

I'm gonna try and fit 305 on my s14 with a really good pull I don't wanna do over quarters.

Thanks: C. Angel

you dont need to cut the lip,you just need to seperate the inner and outer qrt panels and remove the welds.heat it up good with a uv lamp for baking paint as this will evenly heat the whole qtr and roll the shit out of it.should come out like butta if you take your time...

t67s13 · 05-01-2010, 04:26 PM

My new set up

17x9 +0 255/40/17 front
&
18x10.5 +15 275/35/18 Rear

Chargespeed front and rear over fenders

1wheelwonder · 05-01-2010, 08:03 PM

Awesome setup! Chargespeed front fenders are 20mm extend right?

ka-titties · 05-01-2010, 09:40 PM

damn, looks great.

[email protected] · 05-01-2010, 09:57 PM

car look sick, 50mm in the rear

gsracer · 05-01-2010, 10:15 PM

you could definitly fit some 315s in the rear on that setup... looks nice!!

spent27 · 05-11-2010, 11:10 AM

I'm running SM in SCCA and at my weight, I can run up to 275s. I'm looking at the FN01R-C from discount tire, 17x9 +20. Now I'm not going to be running 'slammed to the floor', so could I get away with 275s all around? I want all the same tires so I can buy 5 and have an extra wheel. Nitto NT-01s come in both 255/40 and 275/40. Input?

aznevoviii · 05-11-2010, 11:26 AM

i had 315 in the rear of my s14... LOL
i needed it cuz of this damn LSx motor..

s142jzkillav10 · 05-13-2010, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aznevoviii

i had 315 in the rear of my s14... LOL
i needed it cuz of this damn LSx motor..

Got to see it to believe it. I don't think your putting that much power to need 315's

I call Bluff...............

cdlong · 05-13-2010, 06:47 PM

who gives a shit, LSx 240s are hardly rare at this point. if he's going to BS about something, you'd think it would be cool.

now about "needing" 315s, that's up for debate, but not something to call BS on.

Quote:

Originally Posted by spent27

I'm running SM in SCCA and at my weight, I can run up to 275s. I'm looking at the FN01R-C from discount tire, 17x9 +20. Now I'm not going to be running 'slammed to the floor', so could I get away with 275s all around? I want all the same tires so I can buy 5 and have an extra wheel. Nitto NT-01s come in both 255/40 and 275/40. Input?

we're talking autoX, right? 275s are pretty wide for 9"s. what power and weight are you running? going wider isn't always the right answer in autoX since you can't really get the tires up to temp. lower weight and quicker heating are sometimes a benefit. 275/40s are taller than stock by a bit also. i'd go with the 255s or 17x10s.

longfellow · 05-13-2010, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spent27

I'm running SM in SCCA and at my weight, I can run up to 275s. I'm looking at the FN01R-C from discount tire, 17x9 +20. Now I'm not going to be running 'slammed to the floor', so could I get away with 275s all around? I want all the same tires so I can buy 5 and have an extra wheel. Nitto NT-01s come in both 255/40 and 275/40. Input?

I know a guy with a bolt-ons 03 cobra (450hp) running 275 NT01's for auto-x and said they're one of the best tires he's used. Obviously thats on a 3200lb car though. So 255's would work well for you I'd think.

I'd also suggest getting a 9.5"-10" wheel if you're going to run a 275.

I have 255-40-17 NT05's on my car and love love love them.

idriveattz32 · 05-14-2010, 05:53 AM

Here is some G35 content, just installed this week.

Forgestar F14, gloss black
19x10+20 with 285/30/19 Hankook V12 EVOs
19x11+23 with 305/30/19 Hankook V12 EVOs

WISH ONE · 05-14-2010, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by t67s13

My new set up

17x9 +0 255/40/17 front
&
18x10.5 +15 275/35/18 Rear

Chargespeed front and rear over fenders

Im all over this!!! Your car is fresh dood!

not a huge fan of G35s but damn...looks sexy on 305s, any rubbing issues?

04-16-2010, 10:19 AM	#1471
longfellow Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tampa Area Posts: 606 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	That sounds like the worst set up ever. __________________ http://timeattackdan.blogspot.com/

04-16-2010, 10:21 AM	#1472
SicBastard Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New York, NY Posts: 803 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	15s & meats for meat sake The awesome thing about the 15s, is that even in a 50 series they can be more than an inch shorter than 35-45 series17s or 18s. Thereby lowering your entire car without affecting your alignment. Which of course is great for lowering your CG without F*n up your camber curves. Problem is 15" rubber maxes out at about 225s unless you're talking about slicks. You're better off stretching a set of RS3s or XSs in a 225/45/15 than you are trying to find some random tire that just happens to be wider and 15". The whole point of this Maximum TIRE thread is performance. Not just meats for meat sake. And in you're case you'll get better performance by going smaller because that's where the good tire compounds are available. __________________ BURN OUT IN YOUR FACE! 1998 S14 LS7/T56 swap in progress, build thread: http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/147301...d-gto-pan.html

04-16-2010, 04:20 PM	#1479
kingkilburn Philosopher King Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: FresYes Posts: 3,042 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Will the q45's ring and pinion fit? I was under the impression that the pinion was to long for our diff casing. __________________ G O L D E N B E A R R E P U B L I C

04-16-2010, 08:42 PM	#1480
gsracer Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Miami Age: 40 Posts: 1,590 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	not sure but the whole diff does fit. __________________ ANTI-STRETCH NAZI Vortech Supercharged Vh45de S14 V8nissans.com

04-18-2010, 11:15 AM	#1482
kingkilburn Philosopher King Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: FresYes Posts: 3,042 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	How does it look from the side? __________________ G O L D E N B E A R R E P U B L I C

04-16-2010, 12:28 PM	#1474
Dazzla Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 216 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I run a 245/45 on my 18x8 z wheels. Its fatty rubber but it gets the job done.

04-16-2010, 02:23 PM	#1476
Wabash9000 Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Kansas Age: 35 Posts: 217 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Not my pic.. Got it from http://zilvia.net/f/motorsports-skil...lots-pics.html I remember there was some talk about no one having seen an s14 with flares.

04-18-2010, 10:17 AM	#1481
sentiumprogram Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: no where Posts: 166 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Not an 240sx, but it's my Charger 16 x 15 Centerline Drags 31 x 16.5 Tires - Mickey Thompsons

04-20-2010, 04:39 AM	#1485
s142jzkillav10 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kill Devil Hills, NC aka OBX Posts: 309 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Just a quick question fellas. When you guys do those MassivE Pulls on ur cars do you cut the lip off the quarter just to make it easyer when it getting pulled or does that remain ??? I'm gonna try and fit 305 on my s14 with a really good pull I don't wanna do over quarters. Thanks: C. Angel

04-23-2010, 04:35 AM	#1487
ZenkiCam Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Atlanta Georgia Posts: 931 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Edit: nvm. Last edited by ZenkiCam; 04-23-2010 at 05:22 AM..

05-01-2010, 04:26 PM	#1489
t67s13 Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Minnesota Age: 40 Posts: 68 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	My new set up 17x9 +0 255/40/17 front & 18x10.5 +15 275/35/18 Rear Chargespeed front and rear over fenders

05-01-2010, 08:03 PM	#1490
1wheelwonder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Alabama Age: 41 Posts: 42 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Awesome setup! Chargespeed front fenders are 20mm extend right?

05-01-2010, 09:40 PM	#1491
ka-titties Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Near that guy you know Posts: 1,561 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	damn, looks great.

05-01-2010, 09:57 PM	#1492
[email protected] Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: INDY Age: 34 Posts: 66 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	car look sick, 50mm in the rear

05-01-2010, 10:15 PM	#1493
gsracer Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Miami Age: 40 Posts: 1,590 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	you could definitly fit some 315s in the rear on that setup... looks nice!! __________________ ANTI-STRETCH NAZI Vortech Supercharged Vh45de S14 V8nissans.com

05-11-2010, 11:10 AM	#1494
spent27 Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: N FL Age: 35 Posts: 78 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I'm running SM in SCCA and at my weight, I can run up to 275s. I'm looking at the FN01R-C from discount tire, 17x9 +20. Now I'm not going to be running 'slammed to the floor', so could I get away with 275s all around? I want all the same tires so I can buy 5 and have an extra wheel. Nitto NT-01s come in both 255/40 and 275/40. Input?

05-11-2010, 11:26 AM	#1495
aznevoviii Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maryland Age: 38 Posts: 383 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i had 315 in the rear of my s14... LOL i needed it cuz of this damn LSx motor..

05-14-2010, 05:53 AM	#1499
idriveattz32 Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bel Air, MD Age: 40 Posts: 167 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Here is some G35 content, just installed this week. Forgestar F14, gloss black 19x10+20 with 285/30/19 Hankook V12 EVOs 19x11+23 with 305/30/19 Hankook V12 EVOs __________________ Sold the Z, sold the S14, now I drive a G35 6MT coupe.