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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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Wheels for a 4th gen Maxima

I know there has to be a thread or a sticky out there that tells me this, but I am not having any luck finding it. What OEM Maxima / Altima wheels will fit on a 4th Gen Maxima? I've got 15" honeycombs now, but would like to get some 16" or 17" OWM wheels.
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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get the altima SE-R wheels that would be so badass, or any OEM maxima wheel...they fit dude
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by rolldog1
I know there has to be a thread or a sticky out there that tells me this, but I am not having any luck finding it. What OEM Maxima / Altima wheels will fit on a 4th Gen Maxima? I've got 15" honeycombs now, but would like to get some 16" or 17" OWM wheels.
A LOT will fit on the car. 350's, Maxima's, Altima's, Murano's. If you want 16's or 17's look for either the 16" 5 spokes from 95-99 Maxima's, the 16" 5 spokes off of 2000-2001, or 17's from I think 2001-2003. After that I think they moved to 18's but I may be wrong.
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Just make sure its 5x114 size and it should fit.
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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ive got the stock 18s from a se 6th gen wrapped in pzeros and might i say they make me jump for joy everytime i look at them....
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 07:56 PM
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sunny did u get ur coilovers on yet?
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 08:00 PM
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 08:08 PM
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by WhiteA32
Just make sure its 5x114 size and it should fit.
And make sure the hub size isn't too small...
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 08:37 PM
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 10:01 PM
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i just put fd rx7 wheels on my car tonight. they look super hot...minus the paint job they need.

only thing is you cant use centercaps and you need spacers in the rear at least. im a retard and didnt read too much into it. so i had to fabricate some spacers quick just to last me to get to work in the AM when i can get actual spacers. since i did these at midnight, no place was open.
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 10:39 PM
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how much are you looking to spend ? that dictates a lot in this day and age
Old Aug 30, 2007 | 11:12 PM
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Get some lightweight wheels. Reducing rotating mass is worth every penny if your remotely interested in performance.

There are some lightweight non forged wheels (Kosei K1, OZ Superleggera off the top of my head). Forged wheels are obviously more expensive, but are light as hell i think the racing hart cp-035r in the same size as my wheels (17x8) are like 2lbs lighter per rim (13.6 vs 15.7).

It really depends on your budget though, and what your main goals are..performance or looks.
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 06:19 AM
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by WhiteA32
Just make sure its 5x114 size and it should fit.
5x114.3 to be precise, or some have them listed as 5x4.5.
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 07:31 AM
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Thanks for the input guys - that's what makes the org awesome! I'm on a budget (like most people) so I thought I could find some OEM's reasonably priced and add to the looks of the car.
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 08:09 AM
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Yep, as stated any '89 or newer OEM Maxima wheels will fit, as well as '02+ Altima and 350z. If you're looking at aftermarket 5x114.3/5x4.5 will fit with a suitable offset (stock is +40 on the 4th gen, so probably +45 or less).
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 08:27 AM
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just get the 97-99 se 5 spokes and be done with it, those wheels look good and dont weigh a ton, tires will be cheaper to instead of some 17" or 18 " tires
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 09:04 AM
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just get the 97-99 se 5 spokes and be done with it, those wheels look good and dont weigh a ton, tires will be cheaper to instead of some 17" or 18 " tires
Why he can get something that fit better (wider and better offset) that gives him a wider track and allows him to run wider tires...

Doesn't mean he has to get 17s or 18s, As we all know 300zx TT wheels are a great example, not very light but they fit very well...
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 09:12 AM
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not very good looking either, the se 5 spokes are good looking rims, i love their design
Old Aug 31, 2007 | 10:20 AM
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A shorter list.....which ones won't fit....lol
I have 2K2 Altima 7x17 with 245-45's.
Old Jun 20, 2008 | 08:31 PM
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alright question ...this may or may not have been answered and i checked search with no luck. but..ive got a 4th Gen and i just bought a set of 2001 6 spoke 17". I need tires though... for the wheels to fit properly on the 4th gens do i need a certain tire size?
Old Jun 20, 2008 | 10:06 PM
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Just put 2004 350z 17" rims ($100) wrapped with Sumitomo HTR Z II from tirerack and looks sweeeeeet. for litte$
Old Jun 20, 2008 | 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by hornepirate
alright question ...this may or may not have been answered and i checked search with no luck. but..ive got a 4th Gen and i just bought a set of 2001 6 spoke 17". I need tires though... for the wheels to fit properly on the 4th gens do i need a certain tire size?
215/50/17 would probably be the best rolling-diameter wise but I'd go with some 225s, probably 225/50 if you want wheel gap to be less prominent but you will sacrifice a bit of crispness over 225/45.

235/45/17 would be good diameter-wise too but it would also be a bit wide for the wheel so you'd get mushy handling.
Old Jun 20, 2008 | 10:38 PM
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its got tires on the wheels right now...he had the 17's wrapped with Potenza's (too bad their crap now...no tread...) that were 225/50 R17.... ill prob go with Bf Goodrich G-Force in a 225/50 R17 thanks!
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