Posted September 25, 200618 yr comment_183580 Hi I'm new to the z so i need some help on my offset.I'm going either 16, or 17 inch wheels and need a perfect offset for my 240 z. I want the deepdish look so meaning the deepest offset that I could get for my z please help me out here anyone. :stupid: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 200618 yr comment_183586 By default the offset is on a Z is 0. Nearly any wheel with that offset will have nice deep look. Do a search on wheels and be prepared to be in awe. Like most stuff, it only takes money and time to acheive your heart's desire.. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-183586 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 27, 200618 yr Author comment_183825 By default the offset is on a Z is 0. Nearly any wheel with that offset will have nice deep look. Do a search on wheels and be prepared to be in awe. Like most stuff, it only takes money and time to acheive your heart's desire..Thanks for your help now would anyone think that 17-8 is to big for z. Or would it look funny. It seem like everyone use 15, or 16 inch rims but i saw this z in superstreet that it looks nice. Give me some opion on this because I dont want to make a big mastike. here is the website and also know is this the color of the datsun red orange paint code 110 color:stupid: http://www.superstreetonline.com/featuredvehicles/custom_1972_datsun_240z_import_car/ Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-183825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 27, 200618 yr comment_183851 I would stay with a 7" wheel in a 17 or 16. 8" is possible in a 15 but I think the edge of the wheel sits too far out, it will not hit the fender and should be fine with a 225/50/15 tire, the problem is purely cosmetic. If you want a big deep wheel go with fender flares and run a 17x9 with a -12 offset. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-183851 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 2, 200618 yr comment_184393 Do have to do any cutting to add flares? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-184393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 2, 200618 yr comment_184402 Do have to do any cutting to add flares?For tires sizes that really need flares, yes you do need to cut the fenders. Some people put on flares only for the look. If you have coilovers you can get an additional 1" of rim under the car before having to use flares. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-184402 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 7, 200618 yr Author comment_185069 For tires sizes that really need flares, yes you do need to cut the fenders. Some people put on flares only for the look. If you have coilovers you can get an additional 1" of rim under the car before having to use flares.So what would the best for me 17'' or 16'' and offset with no flares and the bggest offset that i could get? my car is lower with 1 1/2 ich drop with coilovers? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185069 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 7, 200618 yr comment_185071 So what would the best for me 17'' or 16'' and offset with no flares and the bggest offset that i could get? my car is lower with 1 1/2 ich drop with coilovers?16 or 17 x 8" with negative 1/2" (13mm) offset. You also need to find an available tire size with the desired overall diameter to meet your desires. A 245mm tire fits nicely on a 8" rim, 24.7" is the stock tire diameter, you could go smaller, but your speedometer will read incorrectly unless you change the speedo gear and then there are other things that may influence your decision like ground clearance, top end speed, tire to fender clearance, sidewall height, etc. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 11, 200618 yr Author comment_185468 thanks for ya reply Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185468 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 11, 200618 yr Author comment_185469 16 or 17 x 8" with negative 1/2" (13mm) offset. You also need to find an available tire size with the desired overall diameter to meet your desires. A 245mm tire fits nicely on a 8" rim, 24.7" is the stock tire diameter, you could go smaller, but your speedometer will read incorrectly unless you change the speedo gear and then there are other things that may influence your decision like ground clearance, top end speed, tire to fender clearance, sidewall height, etc.he thanks for your replywhat rims are thoseyou have in your blue z? It looks very clean what size, width, offset, tire size and offset are those. Thinking of getting the same set Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 11, 200618 yr comment_185472 hey thanks for your replywhat rims are thoseyou have in your blue z? It looks very clean what size, width, offset, tire size and offset are those. Thinking of getting the same setFirst off this setup requires rear flares and substantial negative camber to fit in the front without flaring (which is is okay for me because I race this Z). The stock front fender lips are rolled too.The rims are made by Complete Custom Wheels, 17x9.5 on all four corners, .25" negative offset with 255/40-17 tires. You can probably get away with a 9" rim, 0" offset with the same tire and it would be fine. You can also get the rims anodized now. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 12, 200618 yr Author comment_185533 First off this setup requires rear flares and substantial negative camber to fit in the front without flaring (which is is okay for me because I race this Z). The stock front fender lips are rolled too.The rims are made by Complete Custom Wheels, 17x9.5 on all four corners, .25" negative offset with 255/40-17 tires. You can probably get away with a 9" rim, 0" offset with the same tire and it would be fine. You can also get the rims anodized now.HEY THANKS FOR REPLYING BACK. SO YOU SAY 17 BY 9'' WOLUD FIT RIGHT INTO THE Z WITHOUT ANY FLARES? . IM THINKING OF 17'' BY 9'' IN THE REAR WITH 235/40-17, AND17'' BY 8 OR 8.5 IN THE FRONT WITH 215 OR 225/40-17.DO I NEED TO PUT ANY SPACER ON IT?AND WHERE CAN I GET A HOLD ON THOSE RIMS YOU GOT CAUSE THEY LOOK VERY NICE. SORRY FOR ASKING ALOT OF QUESITION BUT THATS WHAT IM HERE FOR TO ASK, AND HELP WITH ANY OF MY KNOWLEDGE…..:nervous: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21685-offset-help/#findComment-185533 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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