Z32 Do 17x9 fit fine?

Discussion in 'Non Technical' started by Senna, Jan 17, 2020.

  1. Senna

    Senna Member

    Hi guys, am on the stock 225/50r16 tires with the stock rim which i believe are 16x7.5
    I was wondering if 17x9 all around with 225 or maybe 245 would fit without adjustment
     
  2. ProckyZ89

    ProckyZ89 Senior Member

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    Yes
    17x9+30 (33GTR wheels)
    With a 275/40/17 MT ET street
     
  3. zx299

    zx299 Well-Known Member

    I would suggest using staggered wheels (8" on the front with a +35 offset & 235/45 tyres) ....... you don't need huge front tyres on a rear wheel drive zed
     
  4. Senna

    Senna Member

    Awesome looking wheels and thank you very much!

    I didnt go the way with staggered cause the rim I wanted didnt offer it, it shouldnt make a difference if the fronts were the same as the back right?
     
  5. zx299

    zx299 Well-Known Member

    If you always drive in a straight line it shouldn't matter, but unfortunately the front wheels oscillate from lock to lock which tends to have large front tyres scrubbing on the inner guard liners. I've seen examples where big tyres have scrubbed straight through the liner AND the radiator overflow reservoir bottle :eek:

    Then there's the added guard clearance problem when hitting dips or bumps with the steering turned one way or the other :mad:
     
  6. Senna

    Senna Member

    Ive actually purchased 18X8.75 now.. what are the chances im going to have issues on the front and back..? Hoping to run 235/40r18
     
  7. zx299

    zx299 Well-Known Member

    That should be okay on the front (depending on the wheel offset) but I would look at running a 255/35 on the back to keep your speedo accurate

    What offset are the wheels, as this is an important factor ....... Also, do the wheels you purchased clear the front calipers on the zed (the 4 pot calipers are fairly bulky)
     
  8. Senna

    Senna Member

    Im actually still waiting for them to come.
    Ozzy tires claim they will choose the right wheel offset for my car, i wasnt allowed a choice.. I hope they are +35.
     
  9. ProckyZ89

    ProckyZ89 Senior Member

    Fronts will fit fine- long as offset is around +30-+35
    245/40 will also fit fine
    245/35 will work too

    Rear will fit and hold a 255 very comfortably
     

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