Just as the title states, what would be the best widths and offsets for the front and back.

This setup would most likely be used on a 17" wheel and tire.

Thanks Guys!

 

Stock fenders? I've done it with 17x9 +34, 17x10 +35 and (17x9.5 +38 rear only) but both stick out in the front.
17x10 +35 275/40/17 roadrace tires



17x9 +34 275/40/17 race tires


17x9.5 +38 275/40/17 street tire (rear only)


The 9.5 +38 worked well, minor rub under full compression. Fender roll would correct rub. Never test fitted the +38 in the front, won't clear Z32 calipers. To keep the fronts under the fenders you will need mid +40s offsets depending on the width. I have never test fitted anything in this range so there could be clearance issues on the inside.

 

Wow, does that rub a lot when loaded going over bumps?

 

Z32 Drifter, Thanks again for the information. Anyone know the minimum width needed to run a 275?

 

Probably shouldn't put them on anything below a 9" rim, but you can technically fit 275/40s on 17x8s... your car will not handle very well though.

 

Running 275's in the front would be tricky, especially with a BBK, while getting them to fit under the fenders. I will presume running 275's would be more or less for straight line use? I plan on trying 265/35/18's once i get my 18x8.5's

 

Yes and No. I need the width for traction in a straight line, but want to match the rears with the same width so I can also use it on a daily basis as well.

I am just trying to find a happy medium. Good point with the BBK I will also have to factor this in.

 

Why not just get a dedicated set of slicks? 275s all around are a waste for straight line racing, a maxima with that setup deserves to take corners