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2string1 06-22-2022 02:28 PM

Are these spacers any good?
 
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I am wanting black ones to go on this.


https://garageline.com/wheel-spacers...RoCODsQAvD_BwE

https://garageline.com/wheel-spacers...BoCUYUQAvD_BwE

k67p67 06-22-2022 03:26 PM

Since they are type II spacers, just make sure you have enough relief on the backsides of the wheels for the tips of the OEM studs (and some of the aftermarket nut on the 15mm spacers).

2string1 06-22-2022 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by k67p67 (Post 4026676)
Since they are type II spacers, just make sure you have enough relief on the backsides of the wheels for the tips of the OEM studs (and some of the aftermarket nut on the 15mm spacers).

Is it better to get Type 1 spacers?

k67p67 06-22-2022 04:08 PM

Type I spacers require that you hammer-out your existing studs and replace them with extended ones. It's not necessary so long as you have enough relief as mentioned previously.

2string1 06-22-2022 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by k67p67 (Post 4026680)
Type I spacers require that you hammer-out your existing studs and replace them with extended ones. It's not necessary so long as you have enough relief as mentioned previously.

I guess I don’t know what you mean by relief on the back of the wheel. How can I tell if these will work before buying?

k67p67 06-22-2022 05:43 PM

The length of the OEM studs is greater than the thickness of your spacer. Therefore, a portion of the stud will protrude beyond the mounting surface of the spacer. This is a typical 20mm bolt-on spacer. The studs on your car will stick out even further using a 15mm type II (bolt-on) spacer. In addition, some of the spacer mounting nut will also extend beyond the mounting surface.
https://i.imgur.com/eAxJYPT.jpg


Wheels have varying amounts of relief machined into the mounting face. Some wheels have no relief at all. This example is a Nismo v2. It has enough relief to accommodate a 20mm type II spacer. Not sure about a 15mm though. You'll have to research further.
https://i.imgur.com/VW3b2NQ.jpg

2string1 06-22-2022 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by k67p67 (Post 4026683)
The length of the OEM studs is greater than the thickness of your spacer. Therefore, a portion of the stud will protrude beyond the mounting surface of the spacer. This is a typical 20mm bolt-on spacer. The studs on your car will stick out even further using a 15mm type II (bolt-on) spacer. In addition, some of the spacer mounting nut will also extend beyond the mounting surface.
https://i.imgur.com/eAxJYPT.jpg


Wheels have varying amounts of relief machined into the mounting face. Some wheels have no relief at all. This example is a Nismo v2. It has enough relief to accommodate a 20mm type II spacer. Not sure about a 15mm though. You'll have to research further.
https://i.imgur.com/VW3b2NQ.jpg

Thank You, great explanation. Now I understand. Are my wheels the Nismo v2's? I can't seem to verify that.

k67p67 06-22-2022 06:07 PM

Your wheels are Nismo v1 (2010-2014).

2string1 06-22-2022 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by k67p67 (Post 4026685)
Your wheels are Nismo v1 (2010-2014).

Ok so maybe they won’t work with these spacers. I wouldn’t know how to check before I buy. As you can tell I know nothing about doing this. Thanks for your help.

k67p67 06-22-2022 07:32 PM

I can't speak to the clearance on that particular set of wheels. You'll have to research it.

2string1 06-23-2022 09:06 AM

Is 20MM for the rear and 15MM for the front a good choice?

cv129 06-23-2022 10:04 AM

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I’m on 13mm, stock alignment #’s, lowered about an inch. 275/35 front, 285/35 rear RE71 (sidewall not as bulged compare some other brands of summer tires).

OptionZero 06-23-2022 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 2string1 (Post 4026704)
Is 20MM for the rear and 15MM for the front a good choice?

Learn how wheel sizing works

Buy wheels that fit

k67p67 06-23-2022 10:59 AM

What brand/model/size tires are you running? What strut/shock/spring combo? Any other supporting suspension arms?

Spooler 06-23-2022 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero (Post 4026714)
Learn how wheel sizing works

Buy wheels that fit

Amen to that.


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