I know this is kind of a bad way to start posting at maxima.org, as i could probably research this with a little bit of time and effort on my own. But, as you will know in just a minute, I'm currently in Iraq, and i don't have time to look it up. I was curious as to the best wheel and tire combinations....in the 18 inch range....sizes and all Such as 18 x 7.5, 45mm offset, 5 lugs 114.5, etc. etc. then, if i were to get the 18 inch wheels, what tires would i have to put on there to compensate, for speedometer reasons?
Like i said, sorry to post something that i could probably find out on my own, but liek i said, my time is limited here, and so are resources. If anyone would be of some help, it would be greatly appreciated.

 

MAXFAQS are your friend.

https://maxima.org/faq-6-Tires+and+Wheels.html#48

btw, welcome to the org!

 

oh man, am i a genius thanks, and glad to be here my moms been a member for a while, and i've learned how helpful and friendly this site can be, looking forward to my stay here

 

oh and if you want tires for 18x7.5, i think its 225/40/18 that you want.

 

I think the "perfect" offset for a 7.5 wheel is 35mm. With that you are able to run a 235/40 on an 18 and 235/45 on a 17...these sizes are the closest to factory size.

I may be a little off on the offset but I "think" I am right.

 

so if i have 18x7.5 with 42mm offset and i run 225x40 tires and i shouldnt have a problem?

awsm66, whats your rims again 18x7 with a 42mm offset? i want to make sure i get the right stuff too.

 

you are correct about my wheels but I am not sure about the 7.5 and 42 fitting with 225s. My tires are really close to the strut with the 7" wide wheel.

 

Does anyone know if a 42mm offset will be ok with 225/40?

 

you mean 7.5" wheels with 42mm offset right?

Like I said I know a 7" wheel with a 42mm offset fits with 225 but the tire is close to the strut so the 7.5 might rub.

 

ok. hopefully ill be ok. thanks mike!