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Alek Dec 3, 2009 11:34 PM

Question about 18's
 
ok so i wanna buy 18's for my 01 maxima gxe [silver].
question is this.
what would be better:
18x8
Offset: +40mm Backspacing: 6.06" Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 235/40-18
Weight: 26.5lbs.

or

18x7.5
Offset: +42mm Backspacing: 5.90" Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 235/40-18
Weight: 26.0lbs.

ill take all opinions.


full info or Wheel here:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

ChrisMan287 Dec 4, 2009 06:51 AM

First option: 18x8" with a +40 offset.

Alek Dec 4, 2009 02:08 PM


Originally Posted by ChrisMan287 (Post 7321075)
First option: 18x8" with a +40 offset.

why though? and it wont be rubbing? also i have no drop at all yet :[
and it wont be sticking out?! and will that wheel look good?

HvyFoOTeR3 Dec 9, 2009 09:08 PM

stagged Problem
 
sorry new here can't start my own thread .i have 98 max with 225/45 in the front and back.but my back (stagged) rims hits at highway speed. Drop 1.5 front ,1.8 back. do you think i can put the stagged rims in the front?

PulsarGTS Dec 9, 2009 09:53 PM


Originally Posted by Alek (Post 7322107)
why though? and it wont be rubbing? also i have no drop at all yet :[
and it wont be sticking out?! and will that wheel look good?

They wont be close to rubbing or sticking out. In fact I would even run 15mm spacers in the back to equal the width out front to back. Nice looking rims, if not a bit heavy.

ChrisMan287 Dec 10, 2009 03:56 AM


Originally Posted by Alek (Post 7322107)
why though? and it wont be rubbing? also i have no drop at all yet :[
and it wont be sticking out?! and will that wheel look good?

Lower offset=better.
Wider rim=better.

No it won't stick out, but it'll be closer to lining up with the fender than stock.

Alek Dec 17, 2009 06:52 PM

ok thanks guys :] i guess iv made my decision and will be ordering soon!


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