Forums/Z31P/z31-basics basic-modifications-basic-questions-aka-the-newbie-forum/+38 offset in front, what size adapter?
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rayz31: (2012-02-09 15:25:09)
Anyone used a +38 offset wheel before for the front (17x7)? I just got mine and wondering what adapter I should use, 1" sound good? Thanks!
My wheels are XXR 962s, oh and +35 for rear 17x9, will it be a flush fitment?
reddzx: (2012-02-09 16:54:32)
When I had 17x7 Z33 wheels with +30 on the front, I used a 1" adapter to get flush. I would think 1.25" adapters would be better for a +38 offset
Son of Lars: (2012-02-09 17:02:53)
35mm spacer will get you close to flush. That's an awfully thick spacer though.
25mm will get you close to flush on the back. I recently ordered a set of 17x9 et17 wheels, and I expect to run a 10mm spacer out back at least.
jesus94p: (2012-02-09 17:09:21)
1.5" adapters
Z-31Turbo: (2012-02-09 17:30:34)
I've bought 17 X 9 R and 17 X 8 front BBS wheels two weeks ago.
Offset is +38 also, bought 32MM (1,25) spacer. I should sit pretty damn flush in the back, and a little inside in front.
Get them to 0 offset and it should be right. Don't expect 17 x 7 to be perfect flush though, you would need negative offset to get that.
rayz31: (2012-02-09 23:22:18)
Does anyone have any link or source on where I can get good quality adapters? Thanks!
reddzx: (2012-02-10 00:56:14)
http://www.performancewheel.com/Spacers.cfm
rayz31: (2012-02-10 04:31:38)
[quote]reddzx wrote:
Does anyone have any link or source on where I can get good quality adapters? Thanks!
Thanks, I suppose it's the 6" material?
862sik: (2012-02-10 06:00:11)
I use IChiba hubcentric adapters. They are found on ebay.
Id buy something that you can simulate wheel spacers on your car. I went to pepboys and bought their cheap 8mm wheel spacers (not for driving). Then I put them together and mounted my tire as best I can, then put a load on the arm to see if it will rub.
I was running a +20 offset, bought a 20mm spacer. Worked out. But I think I can go 8mm more and it will be super flush.
reddzx: (2012-02-10 12:24:39)
[quote]rayz31 wrote: [quote=reddzx]
Does anyone have any link or source on where I can get good quality adapters? Thanks!
http://www.performancewheel.com/Spacers.cfm
Thanks, I suppose it's the 6" material?
Yes, the 6" ones
rayz31: (2012-02-10 13:36:40)
Getting 1.25" for front and 1" for rear, how does that sound? :-D
Z-31Turbo: (2012-02-10 15:20:46)
Not enough to sit flush
rayz31: (2012-02-10 16:01:06)
I'll need 1.5" then?
Z-31Turbo: (2012-02-10 17:19:12)
Do you have the wheels or not?
Simply install them and use a tape. You should be able to tell exactly what you need. Get the closer available spacer from your mesure and call it a day. It's not complex at all, just make sure hub bore is fine.
862sik: (2012-02-10 21:23:50)
Also the tire size may have an impact on what spacer you run also. Azbum has good info on his site for a conservative spacer.
jesus94p: (2012-02-11 03:24:37)
17x7 +38 using 38mm spacers to make them 0 offset. 225/50/17 tire
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rayz31: (2012-02-12 16:53:06)
Order 38mm for front and 35 for rear, thanks jesus, that's exactly the kind of stance I want.