New Rims *pics*
#1
New Rims *pics*
Since I fawked up my Centerlines, I got some new rims. First I got a set of 4th gen SE 5-spokes, but a few days later I found a smoking deal on these ADR rims. They are heavy as hell, but they look pretty good. I weighed one and it was just a tad under 19 lbs. My Centerlines were right at 14 lbs each. Tires are some brand new Kelly/Springfield (made by Goodyear) EVO-Z. Pics aren't that great, since it was getting dark, plus my car is dirty since I have only driven it a couple of times this week. I will probably take some more this weekend and update my sig eventually.
![](http://ghettomods.net/albums/chris92se/new_rims_on_max.sized.jpg)
![](http://ghettomods.net/albums/chris92se/new_rims_on_max.sized.jpg)
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#5
Originally Posted by West.Six
It's amazing what wheels do to the looks of a Max.
Are those 16 inchers?
What size are the tires?
How much total?
Your car looks clean.
Are those 16 inchers?
What size are the tires?
How much total?
Your car looks clean.
They are 17x7 rims with 225/45/17. The tires are very grippy. Z rated, AA traction rating, a 420 treadwear rating (high for a Z rated tire) and they have a thick rubber "rim protector" flange.
I am not going to say what I paid, but the rims were sooo cheap that I couldn't resist and the tires I got kind of a deal on.
Yes, Mizeree, my brakes look pathetic compared to the BBKs. I wish I had enough $$ to buy Shawn's.
I think I might sell the 4th gen rims and give some of the money to the guy that gave them to me, since he was so kind as to just give them to me. I am considering using them for track wheels, since 16 inch tires aren't going to be nearly as expensive as 17s.
#10
Originally Posted by 2 Da Max
the bronze looks nice on the red!
I don't really drive at night, so I keep the fogs off, to avoid damaging them when I park it, scrape driveways or drive on the highway (rocks). I have another set of brackets and eventually I am buying some high performance driving lights for the rare instances I do drive at night.
I am not saying where I got them, but they were new and in the boxes and the complete set cost less than one Centerline is new. The brand and model is ADR Formula 5. I think they are discontinued, so that's probably why I got them cheap.
#11
this is an offtopic question sorry to annoy anyone, but when i turn my keys to the right like not all the way to the point where im starting the car put to turn the battery on and all that **** and the cd player... the engine check light stays orange, brake light stays red, oil thingy stays red, and the other thing next to the oil i forget what it looks like haha but they all stay on, is that bad? should i get my car checked?
#12
Originally Posted by pgroove
this is an offtopic question sorry to annoy anyone, but when i turn my keys to the right like not all the way to the point where im starting the car put to turn the battery on and all that **** and the cd player... the engine check light stays orange, brake light stays red, oil thingy stays red, and the other thing next to the oil i forget what it looks like haha but they all stay on, is that bad? should i get my car checked?
#15
not bad, deals rule! i picked up a set of enkei racing rims 17x7 for 150 bucks. was going to use them for winter rims, but im not driving my maxima in the winter now.
looks good man!
oh and 19 lbs for 17s...thats not too heavy is it?
looks good man!
oh and 19 lbs for 17s...thats not too heavy is it?
#16
Originally Posted by tripleGmax
not bad, deals rule! i picked up a set of enkei racing rims 17x7 for 150 bucks. was going to use them for winter rims, but im not driving my maxima in the winter now.
looks good man!
oh and 19 lbs for 17s...thats not too heavy is it?
looks good man!
oh and 19 lbs for 17s...thats not too heavy is it?
#20
Originally Posted by internetautomar
so what are you doing with your old centerines ![naughty](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
![naughty](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
*update*
I had today off, so I washed the car and took it for a "spirited" drive of about 60 miles round trip. I live in the boonies, so I just got on a two lane highway, then went into a large industrial area, testing the tires in areas with no traffic at all. I mean NO ONE, so I found a couple of corners where I could see the entire intersection and took them hard. I also got onto another highway and pushed it hard in some corners at a lot higher than the recommended signs. No problems whatsoever.
I LOVE the tires (at least on dry pavement), although accelerating with heavy rims isn't nearly as sweet as with the lighter rims or even stock rims. The tires grip unbelievably well and they are quiet and smooth, even up to speeds above the limit.
down by the industrial area:
![](http://ghettomods.net/albums/chris92se/maxima_side_view_caboose.sized.jpg)
A little better view of the tread design and wheels from the side/rear:
![](http://ghettomods.net/albums/chris92se/maxima_rear_w_rocks.sized.jpg)
#25
Originally Posted by MrGone
your rear view mirror is crooked ![Wiggle](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/wiggle.gif)
![ThumbsUp](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
![Wiggle](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/wiggle.gif)
![Stick Out Tongue](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
![ThumbsUp](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
I think the mirror gets crooked from the thunderous bass
![got me](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/ne_nau.gif)
![laugh](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/laugh.gif)
#26
Originally Posted by Cliff Clavin
I did remember to turn the key on so the seatbelt moved back.
I think the mirror gets crooked from the thunderous bass
![laugh](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/laugh.gif)
I think the mirror gets crooked from the thunderous bass
![got me](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/ne_nau.gif)
![laugh](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/laugh.gif)
mmmmmmm....thunderous bass...mmmm thats what I need..
I want bigger rims that weigh less than the OEM..do any of you know how much the stock rims weight?
#27
Originally Posted by ColombianMax
mmmmmmm....thunderous bass...mmmm thats what I need..
I want bigger rims that weigh less than the OEM..do any of you know how much the stock rims weight?
I want bigger rims that weigh less than the OEM..do any of you know how much the stock rims weight?
2. there are a few that are lighter than stock, just normally pricey
#28
Originally Posted by ColombianMax
mmmmmmm....thunderous bass...mmmm thats what I need..
I want bigger rims that weigh less than the OEM..do any of you know how much the stock rims weight?
I want bigger rims that weigh less than the OEM..do any of you know how much the stock rims weight?
Look at www.Centerlinewheels.com they have some discounted rims for sale a lot cheaper than most forged wheels.
#29
You trying to copy me?
![](http://blehmco.com/pics/car/wheels/track_wheels/IM001259.JPG)
Looks good man!
Mine are 5Zigen, but look very similar. same overall shape from a distance, but the spokes lok slightly different up close. and of course I paid about $750 for them.....
![Smilie](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Mine are 5Zigen, but look very similar. same overall shape from a distance, but the spokes lok slightly different up close. and of course I paid about $750 for them.....
#31
Apparently some thieves also know this!
Nice wheels Chris.
![Mad](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif)
Nice wheels Chris.
Originally Posted by Cliff Clavin
If you want a bigger rim (17+) that's lighter than the stock 15, you need something forged. Rays, Volks, SSR Competition, 350z Track Edition, Motegi Trak Lite, etc. There are others out there, too.
Look at www.Centerline.com they have some discounted rims for sale a lot cheaper than most forged wheels.
Look at www.Centerline.com they have some discounted rims for sale a lot cheaper than most forged wheels.
#33
Originally Posted by internetautomar
1. you need a job first
2. there are a few that are lighter than stock, just normally pricey
2. there are a few that are lighter than stock, just normally pricey
![clap](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/clap.gif)
So maybe I will be changing lots of things under the hood once I'm back on my feet plus 20%+ discount depending on manager on shift
#34
Originally Posted by Matt93SE
You trying to copy me?
Looks good man!
Mine are 5Zigen, but look very similar. same overall shape from a distance, but the spokes lok slightly different up close. and of course I paid about $750 for them.....
![Smilie](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Mine are 5Zigen, but look very similar. same overall shape from a distance, but the spokes lok slightly different up close. and of course I paid about $750 for them.....
#37
Originally Posted by Jasovanni
I like the dark color of these rims. Works well, specially with the window tint and the black around the bottom of the car. VERY NICE!
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![laugh](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/laugh.gif)
#40
Originally Posted by KLoWnPR109
What happened to the old wheels?