370z MEATY TIRE THREAD

desperado · 02-07-2014, 07:07 PM

It was explained to the by a guy at discount tire that on a 255/35 that the 255 is the width (I think we all no that) but what i didn't realize is that the 35 (second number) is the side wall height that is roughly 35% of the width. So when you go to a larger tire the second number gets smaller. It doesn't necessarily mean the front tire on let's say a 265/35 has a taller sidewall than a 305/30 (while ther is some difference it's not much). I found this website (1010tire.com) as a useful tool for me since I'm looking to keep the same diameter as the stock tires but go to a 20" rim and wider tires.

KaienZ34 · 02-07-2014, 07:13 PM

Yes that is all common knowledge, but glad you learned something.

OMGWTFBBQ · 02-07-2014, 07:43 PM

If you guys aren't, you should really be using a site like this: Custom rims, wheel tire packages for your ride - RIMSnTIRES.com

For the left hand column, put in the stock wheel and tire size. For the right hand column, put in the wheel size you're testing or expecting to fit. Play around with the tire size to get something close to stock diameter. It even tells you how the tire size and wheel width/offset affects fitment and speedometer readings and other cool stuff.

It's a quick and simple tool but super effective in helping you choose your next setup.

Other than that, nailing the perfect fitment comes down to setting your ride height where you want it, setting your camber to where you want it, and then fine tuning everything with some spacers. Use a ruler to measure how much outer clearance you have to figure out what offset wheels to go with.

LostSol · 02-07-2014, 10:25 PM

Yep, what they said, i want to keep the overall heights as close as possible.

JVerge5363 · 02-27-2014, 11:38 AM

On stock roadster 19" sport rays can I go 305/30 in rear and 275/35 in front with no spacers? And any change if I lowered the car 1.25"? Anyone have pics of a similar set-up???

kazman · 03-04-2014, 11:13 PM

Love this thread

richc2jeter · 04-02-2014, 12:02 PM

JVerge...

I just ordered my new tires the other day for my stock 19" Sport Rays... Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Positions (265/35/19 Fronts & 305/30/19 Rears). I currently have the stock Bridgestone tires on the car now, so I will indeed get before and after shots to post. I am also planning to lower the car on Swift springs, and later add spacers. I'll hopefully have this done within the next week or two... so pictures will be posted soon!

VRSean · 04-02-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by richc2jeter

JVerge...

I just ordered my new tires the other day for my stock 19" Sport Rays... Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Positions (265/35/19 Fronts & 305/30/19 Rears). I currently have the stock Bridgestone tires on the car now, so I will indeed get before and after shots to post. I am also planning to lower the car on Swift springs, and later add spacers. I'll hopefully have this done within the next week or two... so pictures will be posted soon!

Just added the S04 in the same sizing to my car, pretty happy with them compared to OEM its a night and day difference.

slippery4678 · 04-03-2014, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by richc2jeter

JVerge...

I just ordered my new tires the other day for my stock 19" Sport Rays... Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Positions (265/35/19 Fronts & 305/30/19 Rears). I currently have the stock Bridgestone tires on the car now, so I will indeed get before and after shots to post. I am also planning to lower the car on Swift springs, and later add spacers. I'll hopefully have this done within the next week or two... so pictures will be posted soon!

I had 305's with swifts. A warning to make sure to get adjustable camber arms for the rear or the insides will wear very fast. Also, wait to buy rear spacers until you get the camber adjusted, mine are currently pretty flush with 20mm spacers and 285's.

richc2jeter · 04-03-2014, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by slippery4678

I had 305's with swifts. A warning to make sure to get adjustable camber arms for the rear or the insides will wear very fast. Also, wait to buy rear spacers until you get the camber adjusted, mine are currently pretty flush with 20mm spacers and 285's.

Hey thanks for the heads up, I'm looking to get my tires and ride for about a week. Then I'll go ahead install the Swifts, and get an allignment. I had already planned on getting the rear camber arms, but now I'll just go ahead and order a pair. Do you reccommend a specific set? And I am for sure gonna wait on the spacers until everything has settled.

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Originally Posted by VRSean

Just added the S04 in the same sizing to my car, pretty happy with them compared to OEM its a night and day difference.

Good to know you are enjoying them, do you have any recent pics of your setup?

slippery4678 · 04-03-2014, 11:20 AM

I got the SPL Titanium Rear Camber links. They seem really solid and well made.

Rusty · 04-03-2014, 11:40 AM

I want to see some "Meaty Tires" here. Some like 295+ on the front and 325+ on the rear. Would love to see 315's on the front and 355's on the rear.

richc2jeter · 04-03-2014, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slippery4678

I got the SPL Titanium Rear Camber links. They seem really solid and well made.

Awesome thanks for that info, I'll do some searching on here and see what everyone else is running, and what they recommend. Pictures to come soon !

valpozguy · 04-03-2014, 05:52 PM

Getting some beef bangers on.

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JVerge5363 · 04-03-2014, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richc2jeter

JVerge...

I just ordered my new tires the other day for my stock 19" Sport Rays... Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Positions (265/35/19 Fronts & 305/30/19 Rears). I currently have the stock Bridgestone tires on the car now, so I will indeed get before and after shots to post. I am also planning to lower the car on Swift springs, and later add spacers. I'll hopefully have this done within the next week or two... so pictures will be posted soon!

Thanks for the heads up. Can't wait for pics and your opinions on results. Good luck with everything. Waiting on a supercharge kit from GTM, then want to work on traction/handling.

02-07-2014, 07:13 PM	#422 (permalink)
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02-07-2014, 07:43 PM	#423 (permalink)
OMGWTFBBQ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: the OC Posts: 1,886 Drives: 08 SGM IS350 Rep Power: 4549	If you guys aren't, you should really be using a site like this: Custom rims, wheel tire packages for your ride - RIMSnTIRES.com For the left hand column, put in the stock wheel and tire size. For the right hand column, put in the wheel size you're testing or expecting to fit. Play around with the tire size to get something close to stock diameter. It even tells you how the tire size and wheel width/offset affects fitment and speedometer readings and other cool stuff. It's a quick and simple tool but super effective in helping you choose your next setup. Other than that, nailing the perfect fitment comes down to setting your ride height where you want it, setting your camber to where you want it, and then fine tuning everything with some spacers. Use a ruler to measure how much outer clearance you have to figure out what offset wheels to go with. KaienZ34, Bakseedaa, Rid3_FaM0uS and 1 others like this.

02-07-2014, 10:25 PM	#424 (permalink)
LostSol Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,021 Drives: 2010 370z 40th A.E. Rep Power: 15	Yep, what they said, i want to keep the overall heights as close as possible. __________________ 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition #762/1000 \| Forgestar \| Michelin \| Swift \| TRS \| Z Speed \| ARK \| Z1 \| Hawk \| CFE \| Evo-R \| GTMat \| Stillen \| Seibon \| Whiteline \| Pioneer \|

03-04-2014, 11:13 PM	#426 (permalink)
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04-02-2014, 12:02 PM	#427 (permalink)
richc2jeter Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 33 Posts: 186 Drives: 40th Anniversary Z Rep Power: 14	JVerge... I just ordered my new tires the other day for my stock 19" Sport Rays... Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Positions (265/35/19 Fronts & 305/30/19 Rears). I currently have the stock Bridgestone tires on the car now, so I will indeed get before and after shots to post. I am also planning to lower the car on Swift springs, and later add spacers. I'll hopefully have this done within the next week or two... so pictures will be posted soon! fuct, Shawa, JVerge5363 and 1 others like this. __________________ l 40th 370z (#720) l 20-5% Tint l Stillen Gen3 l GTHaus Axleback l VLEDs Swap l "40TH Z" Vet Plate l F.I. Test Pipes l GTR S/S l S04s (F-265s/R-305s) l GarageLine Mid & X Pipe l Swift Springs l SR Front Lip l Z1 Spacers (20/25) l Last edited by richc2jeter; 04-02-2014 at 12:05 PM.

02-07-2014, 07:07 PM	#421 (permalink)
desperado Base Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: West tx Posts: 21 Drives: 370z Roadster Rep Power: 11	It was explained to the by a guy at discount tire that on a 255/35 that the 255 is the width (I think we all no that) but what i didn't realize is that the 35 (second number) is the side wall height that is roughly 35% of the width. So when you go to a larger tire the second number gets smaller. It doesn't necessarily mean the front tire on let's say a 265/35 has a taller sidewall than a 305/30 (while ther is some difference it's not much). I found this website (1010tire.com) as a useful tool for me since I'm looking to keep the same diameter as the stock tires but go to a 20" rim and wider tires.

02-27-2014, 11:38 AM	#425 (permalink)
JVerge5363 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Manahawkin NJ Posts: 105 Drives: 12' Roadster Sport M Rep Power: 12	On stock roadster 19" sport rays can I go 305/30 in rear and 275/35 in front with no spacers? And any change if I lowered the car 1.25"? Anyone have pics of a similar set-up???

04-03-2014, 11:20 AM	#431 (permalink)
slippery4678 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: S. Jerz/Arlington VA Posts: 58 Drives: 2010 370z PG + sport Rep Power: 15	I got the SPL Titanium Rear Camber links. They seem really solid and well made. fuct and carlitos_370z like this. __________________ Stillen CBE \| Berk HFC's \| Intake Plenum \| AAM UpRev Tune \| Swift Spec-R Springs \| H&R 15/20 Spacers \| 265/285's \| Stillen Sways \| 20% tint

04-03-2014, 11:40 AM	#432 (permalink)
Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 35,191 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684437	I want to see some "Meaty Tires" here. Some like 295+ on the front and 325+ on the rear. Would love to see 315's on the front and 355's on the rear. richc2jeter likes this. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

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