Problem putting on front winter wheels.

NXTAZEE · 12-25-2009, 11:14 PM

Well I put the winter wheels on today

. I ran into a small problem when trying to put the front wheels on because there is a small screw with a 1/2" or so spacer that prohibited the lugs from going on the rim. I quickly pin pointed the problem and removed the screw and spacer and installed the wheels. For the first half a minute or so I was a little worried though. The rear wheels don't have the screws so no problem there. I'll take some pics tomorrow and post.

NXTAZEE · 12-25-2009, 11:31 PM

A few quick pics.

schrute · 12-26-2009, 12:43 AM

That silly spacer/bolt is there to prevent you (or the tire shop) from accidentaly installing your rear wheels on the front. I ran into the same thing a few months ago and it threw me off for a half-minute also.

Wheels look good

NXTAZEE · 12-26-2009, 01:23 AM

Thanks, I just saw another thread on it. I guess I should have looked a little harder. Yah, I'm pretty happy with the winter set up. It doesn't feel all that bad either.

spearfish25 · 12-26-2009, 03:02 PM

Really like those rims! I wanted to get them but they were a few weeks from being released when I was picking up my set.

NXTAZEE · 12-27-2009, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Really like those rims! I wanted to get them but they were a few weeks from being released when I was picking up my set.

Thanks.

fullmonty · 12-27-2009, 03:31 AM

I'd love to pick up a set of those for my winter set up! What make/size are they and would you mind sharing where you picked them up?

AK370Z · 12-27-2009, 05:54 AM

Yup, don't worry about that bolt. It should be removed and thrown away

If it wasn't for the weight, I was going to order those rims. I believe these are 3 lbs more than mine but I gotta admit they are the BEST looking winter rims offered by Tirerack for the 370Z. I really wanted to see how they look on a real 370z and I was right " VERY good" . Enjoy.

As for snow, you WILL be able to drive it pretty easy. I have driven in snow and frozen snow(thick ice). These tires are pretty awesome. Probably best investment I did for the Z.

NXTAZEE · 12-27-2009, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

I'd love to pick up a set of those for my winter set up! What make/size are they and would you mind sharing where you picked them up?

Go to thetirerack.com then winter wheels, put in make and model and be sure to add sport package if you have it. They are 18" x 8" with 225's all around.

NXTAZEE · 12-27-2009, 01:13 PM

I forgot to give you the brand, they are Sport Edition F10's.

NXTAZEE · 12-27-2009, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

Yup, don't worry about that bolt. It should be removed and thrown away

If it wasn't for the weight, I was going to order those rims. I believe these are 3 lbs more than mine but I gotta admit they are the BEST looking winter rims offered by Tirerack for the 370Z. I really wanted to see how they look on a real 370z and I was right " VERY good" . Enjoy.

As for snow, you WILL be able to drive it pretty easy. I have driven in snow and frozen snow(thick ice). These tires are pretty awesome. Probably best investment I did for the Z.

Thanks AK, I really like them as well. Haven't driven in snow yet and don't really want to either. What rims did you go with. The F10 is 24 lb's.

fullmonty · 12-27-2009, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NXTAZEE

I forgot to give you the brand, they are Sport Edition F10's.

Thanks man!

abakja1 · 12-27-2009, 04:42 PM

I actually thought that Nissan was being nice to include the bolt that you will need to thread in if you replace your rotor,...you will need a bolt to break the rotor loose from the hub area later down the road as it will "fix" it self to it with rust and dirt it will accumulate.

I kept mine in my spare bolt supply box and put some anti-sieze in the hole and on the hub to prevent sticking when I put on my GTS rims....

AK370Z · 12-27-2009, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NXTAZEE

Thanks AK, I really like them as well. Haven't driven in snow yet and don't really want to either. What rims did you go with. The F10 is 24 lb's.

My Winter Rims/Tires Setup: TRMotorsport C2 + Blizzak LM-25 w/TPMS w/pics (AK370Z)

I went with TR Motorsports c2 rims. These rims ONLY weigh 21 lbs! They shaved off 6lbs from stock rears and 2 lbs from stock fronts. They are also used by plenty of SCCA drivers on track. So, for me, they are kinda two in one. But they don't look as good as your rims.

NXTAZEE · 12-28-2009, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

My Winter Rims/Tires Setup: TRMotorsport C2 + Blizzak LM-25 w/TPMS w/pics (AK370Z)

I went with TR Motorsports c2 rims. These rims ONLY weigh 21 lbs! They shaved off 6lbs from stock rears and 2 lbs from stock fronts. They are also used by plenty of SCCA drivers on track. So, for me, they are kinda two in one. But they don't look as good as your rims.

Very nice.

12-25-2009, 11:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
NXTAZEE Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 530 Drives: 2010 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 17	Problem putting on front winter wheels. Well I put the winter wheels on today. I ran into a small problem when trying to put the front wheels on because there is a small screw with a 1/2" or so spacer that prohibited the lugs from going on the rim. I quickly pin pointed the problem and removed the screw and spacer and installed the wheels. For the first half a minute or so I was a little worried though. The rear wheels don't have the screws so no problem there. I'll take some pics tomorrow and post. __________________ 2010 Carbon Silver 370Z 7AT charcoal int. sports package \| Clear Bra \| Invidia Gemini CBE \| CF B-Pillars \| CF Fangs \| CF Z emblems \| Swift Springs \| 20mm & 25mm Spacers \| SPC Camber Arms \| Brushed Aluminum shift knob

12-26-2009, 12:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
schrute Track Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: utah Posts: 781 Drives: my z every day Rep Power: 17	That silly spacer/bolt is there to prevent you (or the tire shop) from accidentaly installing your rear wheels on the front. I ran into the same thing a few months ago and it threw me off for a half-minute also. Wheels look good __________________ my journal \| 2009 370z touring \| 6mt \| platinum graphite \| my album second skin \| mr works \| fast intentions \| ssr \| eibach \| hotchkis \| spc \| toyo \| bluebatmobile \| v-led \| jwt \| ventureshield \| tinted tails

12-26-2009, 01:23 AM	#4 (permalink)
NXTAZEE Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 530 Drives: 2010 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 17	Thanks, I just saw another thread on it. I guess I should have looked a little harder. Yah, I'm pretty happy with the winter set up. It doesn't feel all that bad either. __________________ 2010 Carbon Silver 370Z 7AT charcoal int. sports package \| Clear Bra \| Invidia Gemini CBE \| CF B-Pillars \| CF Fangs \| CF Z emblems \| Swift Springs \| 20mm & 25mm Spacers \| SPC Camber Arms \| Brushed Aluminum shift knob

12-26-2009, 03:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	Really like those rims! I wanted to get them but they were a few weeks from being released when I was picking up my set. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

12-27-2009, 05:54 AM	#8 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Yup, don't worry about that bolt. It should be removed and thrown away If it wasn't for the weight, I was going to order those rims. I believe these are 3 lbs more than mine but I gotta admit they are the BEST looking winter rims offered by Tirerack for the 370Z. I really wanted to see how they look on a real 370z and I was right " VERY good" . Enjoy. As for snow, you WILL be able to drive it pretty easy. I have driven in snow and frozen snow(thick ice). These tires are pretty awesome. Probably best investment I did for the Z. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

12-27-2009, 03:31 AM	#7 (permalink)
fullmonty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Dirty Jersey Posts: 7,762 Drives: 370 Touring/Sport Rep Power: 34	I'd love to pick up a set of those for my winter set up! What make/size are they and would you mind sharing where you picked them up?

12-27-2009, 01:13 PM	#10 (permalink)
NXTAZEE Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 530 Drives: 2010 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 17	I forgot to give you the brand, they are Sport Edition F10's. __________________ 2010 Carbon Silver 370Z 7AT charcoal int. sports package \| Clear Bra \| Invidia Gemini CBE \| CF B-Pillars \| CF Fangs \| CF Z emblems \| Swift Springs \| 20mm & 25mm Spacers \| SPC Camber Arms \| Brushed Aluminum shift knob

12-27-2009, 04:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
abakja1 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 351 Drives: STI, MDX, Titan Rep Power: 305	I actually thought that Nissan was being nice to include the bolt that you will need to thread in if you replace your rotor,...you will need a bolt to break the rotor loose from the hub area later down the road as it will "fix" it self to it with rust and dirt it will accumulate. I kept mine in my spare bolt supply box and put some anti-sieze in the hole and on the hub to prevent sticking when I put on my GTS rims....

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