Tire size question

[AndysPlit]

Thanks! Very interesting.

[merdoc78]

i was wondering what the best offset for rims is... hopefully someone can help me out thanks

josh

[Walter Moore]

That depends upon the width of the rim and tire. There are a lot of threads about this, try searching for more "offset" or "back spacing".

The stock 6" wide rims that Nissan put on the later 280Zs and 280ZXs had an offset of around 10mm depending upon the wheel. Today that means either using refurbished used wheels, or expensive custom new ones.

Again, search the site for wheels. There are a LOT of threads on this subject.

Good luck!

[Nissanman]

Like he said^^^^^^

Here are a couple of charts which help explain OFFSET and BACKSPACING.

You have to realise that as the rim width increases, the above dimensions may also have to change, to position the rim away from: -

A] suspension components on the inboard side and

B] wheel arch/body work on the outboard side.

Don't get a set of wheels without knowing all these dimensions and applying them to your suspension and bodywork, or your current wheels:classic: