Size of rims for the 280zx
11-03-2009, 10:33 AM
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Size of rims for the 280zx
I've been changing my mind on what rims to get for the 280zx. Being that the wheel body arches on the Z are HUGE, i'm guessing I won't go under 17 inches. However I did have a set of 17's o my honda and they were qiute uncomfortable.
Would 17's be enough to look good on the 280zx? And would they still be the the comfortable level while not damaging the car in any way possible?
Would 17's be enough to look good on the 280zx? And would they still be the the comfortable level while not damaging the car in any way possible?
11-03-2009, 10:54 AM
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i run 17's and they arent too bad as far as ride quality, they allow for less sidewall deflection, while still absorbing pot holes and bad bumps. i run 255/40r17's to get a close ratio to factory size.
11-03-2009, 02:41 PM
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11-23-2009, 09:06 AM
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[QUOTE=SHADY280;271426]i run 17's and they arent too bad as far as ride quality, they allow for less sidewall deflection, while still absorbing pot holes and bad bumps. i run 255/40r17's to get a close ratio to factory size.[/QUOTE
What is the backspacing on your wheels?
You run 255 front and back?
I am setting up a car with 245/40/17 and need to order wheels, any help would be helpful.
Thanks,
What is the backspacing on your wheels?
You run 255 front and back?
I am setting up a car with 245/40/17 and need to order wheels, any help would be helpful.
Thanks,
11-24-2009, 06:58 PM
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Hi, I got all 4 of those rims all new never been used with also new bridgestone potenza tires. Rims alone go for $700 plus shipping at MSA plus tires are $225 each all together was around $1,800 Im only asking $900 for all let me know 813-766-5261 cell call me anytime thanks Juan. ..
08-15-2011, 04:59 AM
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08-21-2011, 07:20 AM
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my wheels are 9.5 inches wide, the same as the wheel width and backspace as ices car has. ive never measured them tell you the truth. go to hybridz and the order info is there, that may tell you quicker than waiting for a response on sizing. and yes all my tires are 255/40. buy me a set like ices car and you can have mine. lol
08-22-2011, 08:19 AM
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my wheels are 9.5 inches wide, the same as the wheel width and backspace as ices car has. ive never measured them tell you the truth. go to hybridz and the order info is there, that may tell you quicker than waiting for a response on sizing. and yes all my tires are 255/40. buy me a set like ices car and you can have mine. lol
you can buy the wheels direct from Racing Lab whos the main distributor of rota wheels..
http://www.racinglab.com/rota-rb-280z.html
