Rim size and offset

Discussion in 'Non Technical' started by twinner, Mar 2, 2014.

  1. twinner

    twinner New Member

    Just wondering if anyone knows the standard rim offset for a zed? If 18s are a good size to go?
     
  2. rob260

    rob260 Administrator Staff Member

    I think 18s look good, yes.

    Offset will depend on width.

    Generally speaking something around 8.5" front with +30-35 and 9.5" rear with +35-40 is safe. You can go more aggressive than the fitment I mentioned, things such as ride height, tyre choice and camber all come into play.

    The best advice I could give anyone would be to download one of maybe free wheel fitment apps and punch in the specs of your existing wheels and tyres and compare these to your proposed purchase. These apps will tell you exactly how many mm your inner and outer clearance will change, then all you have to do is measure.
     
  3. East Coast Z

    East Coast Z Well-Known Member

    Z32 Wheel Offsets

    For the standard Australian & JDM series 16 x 7.5JJ rims, the offset is 45mm.

    The wider 16 x 8.5JJ Twin Turbo Rear rim offset is 35mm.

    18" rims are a good choice if you require additional clearance for larger rotors & calipers.
     
  4. Fists

    Fists Well-Known Member

    18s are good but you'll find tyres are noticeably more expensive than for 17s, if you go through rubber quickly might consider one step down if you don't need to clear big brakes
     
  5. twinner

    twinner New Member

    Ok, thanks for all of your help.
    I purchased today a set of 18" staggered Lenso D1R rims
    Rear tyres are 265/35x18
    Front are 225/40x18.
    Pick them up in 2 weeks,Hoping they fit.
     
  6. rob260

    rob260 Administrator Staff Member

    Can't really speculate on fitment as you haven't posted offsets. Widths seem pretty tame though (judging from tyre width) so I think you will be OK.
     
  7. twinner

    twinner New Member

    I got what you said for the offset. The rear tyres are fat as though
     
  8. rob260

    rob260 Administrator Staff Member

    Should fit OK then and yeah 265 not huge but decent size.

    Post pics when you can :)
     
  9. twinner

    twinner New Member

    Sweet mate. I'll let you know how they go
     

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