Rim Size

snapping · 04-09-2010, 12:49 AM

So idk if this was posted else where and i missed it if so my bad =[, but why do most people recommend 19" rims and say 20" is to big is it just a looks factor or other factors too?

W.O.W. 370Z · 04-09-2010, 01:01 AM

same reason with the 350z's, people just don't like the idea of 20's on our cars. The reasoning behind it is performance mainly. However, I rather have forged 3 piece 20's over alot of these 1piece or 2 piece 19's people put on. Its all a matter of preference. I had 20's on my old 350. 3 piece forged wheels that look great on a car...I fail to see the problem . Just my two cents.

Juruki · 04-09-2010, 01:35 AM

If u care more about looks, get 20's
if u like performance go 19's

snapping · 04-12-2010, 01:39 AM

thanks for the answers guys =]

Zerafian · 04-12-2010, 12:48 PM

20" rear 19" front

6MT · 04-12-2010, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snapping

So idk if this was posted else where and i missed it if so my bad =[, but why do most people recommend 19" rims and say 20" is to big is it just a looks factor or other factors too?

"Most people?!

Mine are 20 inchers....

NomadicMarine · 04-12-2010, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by W.O.W. 370Z

same reason with the 350z's, people just don't like the idea of 20's on our cars. The reasoning behind it is performance mainly. However, I rather have forged 3 piece 20's over alot of these 1piece or 2 piece 19's people put on. Its all a matter of preference. I had 20's on my old 350. 3 piece forged wheels that look great on a car...I fail to see the problem . Just my two cents.

Sick 350. What kind of wheels are on those? I'm all obout the pearl white. Thought about doing this though...also 20s.

Dustin@AEperformance · 04-12-2010, 03:04 PM

There are a few reasons people will recommend 19" wheels over 20" wheels.

The first being that a 19" wheel is going to be lighter than a 20" wheel, and the less unsprung weight the better.

The second reason to run a 19" over a 20" is because a 20" wheel puts more stress on the wheel bearings and on the brakes.

Another draw back to 20's is that there are not many high performance tire options, such as the R compound tires available. Most are only available in sizes up to 19".

Also, the ride will be much more rough with a 20" wheel because of the smaller sidewall.

All in all wheel size is all personal preference, and depends on what you want to do with your car. If you plan on going to the occasional track day or spirited driving, go with the 19's. If you are putting wheels on solely for the looks, then 20's are for you.

If you are really into performance get some 18's!

OMGWTFBBQ · 04-12-2010, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustin@AEperformance

If you are really into performance get some 18's!

Ding ding ding! We have a winner!

ChrisSlicks · 04-12-2010, 06:55 PM

I'm scared to even drive with 19's the way the potholes are around here at the moment. I run 18" for track, 19" for street, and 22" for yo dawg look at my shiznit!

No, I really don't have 22's

m4a1mustang · 04-12-2010, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

I'm scared to even drive with 19's the way the potholes are around here at the moment. I run 18" for track, 19" for street, and 22" for yo dawg look at my shiznit!

No, I really don't have 22's

You got twenty-fo's up on that biatch! I seen you dawg!

bejan · 04-13-2010, 12:23 PM

But most BBKs don't fit with 18" wheels =/

ChrisSlicks · 04-13-2010, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by bejan

But most BBKs don't fit with 18" wheels =/

AP Racing does fit most forged 18" wheels. It was designed with that thought in mind.

areyouin729 · 04-13-2010, 11:12 PM

I think people just prefer 19's because it's a good mix of looks, performance and weight

FuszNissan · 04-13-2010, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by areyouin729

I think people just prefer 19's because it's a good mix of looks, performance and weight

04-09-2010, 12:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
snapping Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Miami Posts: 90 Drives: 09 370z pw 6spd Rep Power: 16	Rim Size So idk if this was posted else where and i missed it if so my bad =[, but why do most people recommend 19" rims and say 20" is to big is it just a looks factor or other factors too?

04-12-2010, 01:39 AM	#4 (permalink)
snapping Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Miami Posts: 90 Drives: 09 370z pw 6spd Rep Power: 16	thanks for the answers guys =] __________________ Pw 2009 370z 6mt base with sports /stillen g3/FI CBE 18" CF/Nismo rear bumper/KW V3/SPC front and rear camber kit/AMS shortshifter

04-12-2010, 12:48 PM	#5 (permalink)
Zerafian A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,344 Drives: 13' MB 370z Rep Power: 30949	20" rear 19" front __________________ LC500 exhaust set uphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI7DiA43ZYw&t

04-12-2010, 03:04 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dustin@AEperformance Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Chino Posts: 49 Drives: E92 M3, 370z Rep Power: 15	There are a few reasons people will recommend 19" wheels over 20" wheels. The first being that a 19" wheel is going to be lighter than a 20" wheel, and the less unsprung weight the better. The second reason to run a 19" over a 20" is because a 20" wheel puts more stress on the wheel bearings and on the brakes. Another draw back to 20's is that there are not many high performance tire options, such as the R compound tires available. Most are only available in sizes up to 19". Also, the ride will be much more rough with a 20" wheel because of the smaller sidewall. All in all wheel size is all personal preference, and depends on what you want to do with your car. If you plan on going to the occasional track day or spirited driving, go with the 19's. If you are putting wheels on solely for the looks, then 20's are for you. If you are really into performance get some 18's! __________________ http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...Ejdmbanner.gif

04-12-2010, 06:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	I'm scared to even drive with 19's the way the potholes are around here at the moment. I run 18" for track, 19" for street, and 22" for yo dawg look at my shiznit! No, I really don't have 22's __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

04-09-2010, 01:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
W.O.W. 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Miami Posts: 1,757 Drives: 2010 Touring Sport Z Rep Power: 19	same reason with the 350z's, people just don't like the idea of 20's on our cars. The reasoning behind it is performance mainly. However, I rather have forged 3 piece 20's over alot of these 1piece or 2 piece 19's people put on. Its all a matter of preference. I had 20's on my old 350. 3 piece forged wheels that look great on a car...I fail to see the problem . Just my two cents.

04-09-2010, 01:35 AM	#3 (permalink)
Juruki Track Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 965 Drives: 370Z Tour/Sport/Navi Rep Power: 16	If u care more about looks, get 20's if u like performance go 19's

04-13-2010, 12:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
bejan Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chatsworth, CA Posts: 70 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 15	But most BBKs don't fit with 18" wheels =/

04-13-2010, 11:12 PM	#14 (permalink)
areyouin729 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Conshohocken Age: 43 Posts: 301 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 17	I think people just prefer 19's because it's a good mix of looks, performance and weight

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