Nissan 370Z Forum  

Base Spare with Akebono Brakes?

I upgrade my base 370z to the Sport brake kit, and now I've realized that my spare probably won't fit. I'm hoping that someone knows how big a spacer I

Go Back   Nissan 370Z Forum > Nissan 370Z Tech Area > Wheels & Tires


Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 07-27-2011, 08:50 PM   #1 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Chicago
Posts: 14
Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z MB M6
Rep Power: 15
chiblk370z is on a distinguished road
Default Base Spare with Akebono Brakes?

I upgrade my base 370z to the Sport brake kit, and now I've realized that my spare probably won't fit. I'm hoping that someone knows how big a spacer I would need for this spare to work (and also if I'll kill myself running a spacer with a spare).


Help?
chiblk370z is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-27-2011, 08:56 PM   #2 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
ChrisSlicks's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: North East
Posts: 6,203
Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6
Rep Power: 653
ChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I don't think it will work at all. You need an 18" wheel to clear the brakes. Will need to get hold of a sport spare or a good tow/repair service
__________________
Hotchkis ARB | Stillen CAI | Art Pipes | Berk CBE | Stillen AP Racing Brakes | AE Performance Oil Cooler | BC Racing ER Coilovers | Doran Control Arms
ChrisSlicks is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-27-2011, 09:03 PM   #3 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Chicago
Posts: 14
Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z MB M6
Rep Power: 15
chiblk370z is on a distinguished road
Default

Damn. That's what I was afraid of... Thanks for the help Chris! Now I gotta go lube up before I head to the stealership.

I'm guessing a new spare will be PRICEY.
chiblk370z is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-27-2011, 09:30 PM   #4 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
ChrisSlicks's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: North East
Posts: 6,203
Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6
Rep Power: 653
ChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond reputeChrisSlicks has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Probably. It's a forged alloy wheel! No keed.

Might want to check eBay etc for a used one. Occasionally people decide to ditch the spare and go with an patch/inflation kit instead.
__________________
Hotchkis ARB | Stillen CAI | Art Pipes | Berk CBE | Stillen AP Racing Brakes | AE Performance Oil Cooler | BC Racing ER Coilovers | Doran Control Arms
ChrisSlicks is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-14-2012, 01:00 PM   #5 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: MD
Posts: 2,077
Drives: Touring 370z
Rep Power: 25
4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute4r3s has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by chiblk370z View Post
I upgrade my base 370z to the Sport brake kit, and now I've realized that my spare probably won't fit. I'm hoping that someone knows how big a spacer I would need for this spare to work (and also if I'll kill myself running a spacer with a spare).


Help?
Has anyone confirmed that the spare will no longer fit? I didn't even think about this when upgrading my brakes. Just assumed the spare tire was the same regardless of the Z package bought.
4r3s is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-14-2012, 01:01 PM   #6 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
TerribleONE's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Socal
Posts: 10,203
Drives: WOT
Rep Power: 5850
TerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond reputeTerribleONE has a reputation beyond repute
Default

the base spare will not fit.
__________________
638WHP 541WTQ @ 13.5PSI
Build thread
TerribleONE is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-14-2012, 01:08 PM   #7 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Red__Zed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: window seat
Posts: 28,940
Drives: Mostly on two wheels
Rep Power: 120
Red__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I've tried it, doesn't fit. You can often find one in the classifieds here, ad there are a couple good options from tirerack for ~$100
Red__Zed is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-14-2012, 01:12 PM   #8 (permalink)
Enthusiast Member
 
MACSIMIZER's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Pensacola FL
Posts: 268
Drives: '10 370Z
Rep Power: 18
MACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond reputeMACSIMIZER has a reputation beyond repute
Default

If you have a flat on the front rotate the rear tire to the front and run the spare on the rear, it will fit on the rear.

I think.

Last edited by MACSIMIZER; 03-14-2012 at 01:17 PM.
MACSIMIZER is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-14-2012, 01:54 PM   #9 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Red__Zed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: window seat
Posts: 28,940
Drives: Mostly on two wheels
Rep Power: 120
Red__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond reputeRed__Zed has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by MACSIMIZER View Post
If you have a flat on the front rotate the rear tire to the front and run the spare on the rear, it will fit on the rear.

I think.
I do not believe so.
Red__Zed is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Replacement of Base Spare With Sports Pkg. Spare GonGo DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 7 05-18-2011 10:46 PM
WTB OEM akebono brakes InUrDreamZ Wanted 6 03-21-2011 12:31 AM
WTB Akebono F/R Brakes JSD-ZX Wanted 0 07-31-2010 01:04 PM
WTB Akebono oem brakes bumblez Wanted 6 07-08-2010 11:27 AM
sport brakes painted akebono brakes kensin0429 Exterior & Interior 6 08-23-2009 11:06 PM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:15 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2