18" preferred wheels and offsets? Post opinions

NYBladeZ · 01-19-2011, 09:07 PM

Tt has been well documented and illustrated that there are many 19" and 20" wheels that look and feel great on our Z. However, I want lighter wheels, the sports wheels are pretty light and most aftermarket 19" and 20" wheels short of AMT, HRE, etc. don't offer a significant weight loss compared to the Sports wheels.

I figured 18" would be the way to go. Sure it may limit my options on a BBK but DBA makes a 2 piece slotted rotor that is 14" and thus should fit with 18" wheels.

Just wanted to get an idea of what 18" wheel/tire combo you guys would get for street and track use and what offset. I figure for at least this summer I would keep the stock brakes and purchase a second hand set of 18" wheels but I'm not sure what offset would be best.

My question might be to vague but hopefully its enough to get a few members to post their choices.

Gunzero · 01-19-2011, 11:55 PM

I think 18'' are awesome :3
btw i want your exhaust xd

JollyGoodChap · 01-20-2011, 11:43 AM

I'm assuming you want a fatty tire right?

NYBladeZ · 01-20-2011, 11:47 AM

yeah I'm looking for something in the 18x10-10.5 range that way I can still run 275-305's in the rear.

toxik · 01-20-2011, 11:50 AM

are you still putting on that huge CF wing? it's gonna look pretty ridiculous with the 18s

Jeffblue · 01-20-2011, 11:51 AM

what tracks do you plan on going to?

NYBladeZ · 01-20-2011, 12:33 PM

Its still early and damn cold in NY, hell we're getting more snow tonight. To be honest, I've only autocrosed a few times. Since I got the Z and began modding my extra time has been dedicated to law school, work and the wife. This spring and summer I plan on tracking her every chance I get.

Yes, I'm still putting on my Kognition wing, it won't be on often and one of the reasons why I went with Kognition was because it can be taken off in a matter of minutes.

Jeffblue · 01-20-2011, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

Its still early and damn cold in NY, hell we're getting more snow tonight. To be honest, I've only autocrosed a few times. Since I got the Z and began modding my extra time has been dedicated to law school, work and the wife. This spring and summer I plan on tracking her every chance I get.

Yes, I'm still putting on my Kognition wing, it won't be on often and one of the reasons why I went with Kognition was because it can be taken off in a matter of minutes.

yea i meant in spring/summer.

so are you doing like total track prep? new pads/lines/etc and oil cooler as well?

NYBladeZ · 01-20-2011, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffblue

yea i meant in spring/summer.

so are you doing like total track prep? new pads/lines/etc and oil cooler as well?

I put on the larger GTM oil cooler last summer, with the oil temp issues it was a must do. I figured if I was going to get an oil cooler might as well pay a bit more for the larger one so I wouldn't have to worry about it later. I'll probably keep stock sport brakes, the car has pretty low mileage with most of the miles comprised of easy un-aggressive driving. Once I get familiar with driving on official tracks and more experience I'll change out pads rotors etc. I plan on swapping out clutch and brake lines to stainless steel for peace of mind.

It's a slow build, I only want quality parts add that to my limited earning potential while in school it'll take time. BTW Jeff how do you like your BC coilovers? Are they to hard for the street?

Jeffblue · 01-20-2011, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

I put on the larger GTM oil cooler last summer, with the oil temp issues it was a must do. I figured if I was going to get an oil cooler might as well pay a bit more for the larger one so I wouldn't have to worry about it later. I'll probably keep stock sport brakes, the car has pretty low mileage with most of the miles comprised of easy un-aggressive driving. Once I get familiar with driving on official tracks and more experience I'll change out pads rotors etc. I plan on swapping out clutch and brake lines to stainless steel for peace of mind.

It's a slow build, I only want quality parts add that to my limited earning potential while in school it'll take time. BTW Jeff how do you like your BC coilovers? Are they to hard for the street?

i like them, i wouldn't say they are too hard for the street. I've driven with other people and they all said it wasn't too bad. definitely way stiffer than stock, but still comfortable. i have my dampers set to 20 (0=soft, 32=hardest)

i'm sure they'll be some meets coming up, if we're at the same one you can take a ride to see how they feel.

you have the 34 row oil cooler or the 25 row?

daisuke149 · 01-21-2011, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

I put on the larger GTM oil cooler last summer, with the oil temp issues it was a must do. I figured if I was going to get an oil cooler might as well pay a bit more for the larger one so I wouldn't have to worry about it later. I'll probably keep stock sport brakes, the car has pretty low mileage with most of the miles comprised of easy un-aggressive driving. Once I get familiar with driving on official tracks and more experience I'll change out pads rotors etc. I plan on swapping out clutch and brake lines to stainless steel for peace of mind.

It's a slow build, I only want quality parts add that to my limited earning potential while in school it'll take time. BTW Jeff how do you like your BC coilovers? Are they to hard for the street?

sorry cant help you on the wheels, but when you do the SS brake and clutch lines, switch the fluids too!

Also the stock brakes are def good enough, but I would ddefinitely change the pads! I made the mistake of not changing the pads..

NYBladeZ · 01-21-2011, 01:37 PM

I believe the HD oil cooler is the 25 row? I can't remember but if that's the case I went with the bigger 34, after talking to Sam who at the time assured me that the lines would fail I found that the HD cooler wouldn't hold up to track duty so I went bigger.

Any recommendations on pads and fluids??

Jeffblue · 01-21-2011, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by daisuke149

sorry cant help you on the wheels, but when you do the SS brake and clutch lines, switch the fluids too!

Also the stock brakes are def good enough, but I would ddefinitely change the pads! I made the mistake of not changing the pads..

i'm planning to do goodrich ss lines and new fluid when i swap my calipers after they are pc'd by Mike. how hard is the install of new lines?

NYBladeZ · 01-21-2011, 01:53 PM

On topic: after asking Mike he recommended a 20-25 offset for the front and as low as a 0 for the rears. I thought I could get a set of older 350z wheels but the front offsets are all to low.

01-19-2011, 09:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	18" preferred wheels and offsets? Post opinions Tt has been well documented and illustrated that there are many 19" and 20" wheels that look and feel great on our Z. However, I want lighter wheels, the sports wheels are pretty light and most aftermarket 19" and 20" wheels short of AMT, HRE, etc. don't offer a significant weight loss compared to the Sports wheels. I figured 18" would be the way to go. Sure it may limit my options on a BBK but DBA makes a 2 piece slotted rotor that is 14" and thus should fit with 18" wheels. Just wanted to get an idea of what 18" wheel/tire combo you guys would get for street and track use and what offset. I figure for at least this summer I would keep the stock brakes and purchase a second hand set of 18" wheels but I'm not sure what offset would be best. My question might be to vague but hopefully its enough to get a few members to post their choices. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

01-19-2011, 11:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 259	I think 18'' are awesome :3 btw i want your exhaust xd __________________

01-20-2011, 11:47 AM	#4 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	yeah I'm looking for something in the 18x10-10.5 range that way I can still run 275-305's in the rear. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

01-20-2011, 12:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	Its still early and damn cold in NY, hell we're getting more snow tonight. To be honest, I've only autocrosed a few times. Since I got the Z and began modding my extra time has been dedicated to law school, work and the wife. This spring and summer I plan on tracking her every chance I get. Yes, I'm still putting on my Kognition wing, it won't be on often and one of the reasons why I went with Kognition was because it can be taken off in a matter of minutes. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

01-21-2011, 01:37 PM	#12 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	I believe the HD oil cooler is the 25 row? I can't remember but if that's the case I went with the bigger 34, after talking to Sam who at the time assured me that the lines would fail I found that the HD cooler wouldn't hold up to track duty so I went bigger. Any recommendations on pads and fluids?? __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

01-20-2011, 11:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
JollyGoodChap Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lust Angeles Posts: 328 Drives: Z34 Rep Power: 15	I'm assuming you want a fatty tire right?

01-20-2011, 11:51 AM	#6 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	what tracks do you plan on going to?

01-21-2011, 01:53 PM	#14 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	On topic: after asking Mike he recommended a 20-25 offset for the front and as low as a 0 for the rears. I thought I could get a set of older 350z wheels but the front offsets are all to low. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

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