What everyone should know already - OEM Wheels:
S13 4-lug SE Alloys will clear 26mm Z Brakes. They have to have the support ridge offset from the middle (located on the back of each spoke).
S14 SE 5-lug Wheels clear all Z Brakes (26mm and 30mm).
What I have tested so far:
17x7 +42 Offset Centerline Forged Wheels clear the 26mm Z Brakes, but not the 30mm ones.
17x7 +38 Offset Enkie Cast Wheels clear the 26mm Z Brakes, but not the 30mm ones. Tested with blank wheel only, and no actual braking. They are very very close, so a 2mm spacer might be needed, but I am unsure. They spin freely when just mounted.
17x7.5 +40 Offset (pictured) and 17x8 +35 offset 5Zigen Typhoons clear both 26mm and 30mm brakes.
If you have a set of wheels that clear either 26mm or 30mm brakes, post them up with a pic!
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (ElNegro)
Posted by: Dammitboy at 6:36 PM 1/23/2007
Kevin 
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (Dammitboy)
Posted by: Dammitboy at 2:58 PM 1/24/2007
I have 17x8 +28
MB Motoring Weapons that clear.
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Posted by: Fenvy at 3:30 PM 1/24/2007
lol
| Quote, originally posted by ElNegro » |
| Maybe this should be a sticky lol |
Was definitely impressed when I was prepared to be diasappointed (your title got my hopes up for a rare good thread, lol) by your initial research, so this gets a link in the 240SX FAQ, which I'm hoping to expand soon ala Maxima.org -- I've always been a fan of their FAQ.
Not sure how many 240 owners are members over there, but it's a bit more...... mature a forum than 240 gen here; we're slightly more entertaining, though. 
(Really tryin' to cut back on stickies as we're overloaded already. 
)
Post Title: Re: (SeVa-S13)
Posted by: ElNegro at 4:08 PM 1/26/2007
SSR Integral A2's clear the 26mm Z32 calipers (with plenty of ease!)
Hell i can fit my skinny hand between the spokes and the caliper so they'll fit 30mm calipers as well. No doubt.
16x7+32 front
16x8 +38 rear
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (ElNegro)
Posted by: 94_240sx at 8:41 PM 1/26/2007
| Quote, originally posted by Hellngo15 » |
| when i get brake upgrade for my s13 it has abs does it matter what kind of 300zx brake caliper i get? |
No
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Posted by: ILikeMy240sx at 10:16 PM 1/26/2007
Anyways,
Mine are 17*8 +20
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Posted by: AeonTorpor at 11:33 PM 1/26/2007
| Quote, originally posted by ~4N~ » |
|
Weds Farmas 17x8+8 clears
Post Title: Re: (yokota180sx)
Posted by: eds13 at 7:59 AM 1/27/2007
Post Title: Re: (eds13)
Posted by: nismo_power at 8:45 AM 1/27/2007
| Quote, originally posted by nismo_power » |
| so no knows if the 15 by 7 enkei mesh will clear or not???tokico shocks with tein springs... |
I doubt they will clear. I'd say no until someone proves otherwise.
Post Title: Re: (ElNegro)
Posted by: eds13 at 12:45 PM 1/28/2007
| Quote, originally posted by eds13 » |
| seriously doubting it |
They never do. Usually. I've never, ever seen a set that have.
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Posted by: Dammitboy at 7:54 AM 1/29/2007
Kevin
Post Title: Re: (Dammitboy)
Posted by: nissanman04 at 11:22 AM 1/29/2007
GTR:16x8 +30
GTS-T: 16x6.5 +40
would get pics but my car is under a foot of snow 2 hours away 
Post Title: Re: (nissanman04)
Posted by: cowboyrps13 at 1:20 PM 1/29/2007
Post Title: Re: (cowboyrps13)
Posted by: ElNegro at 7:22 PM 1/29/2007
enkie racing S 16x7 32offset do NOT clear 30mm calipers, and probably not even 26mm. you need at least an 8 or 10 mm spacer for them to clear.
Post Title: Re: (Bronze MFP)
Posted by: ElNegro at 8:39 PM 2/6/2007
As for wheels I wonder in the O.Z. Ulterleggera's fit? I've notice the really light weight on them and are supprised people aren't using them, so how strong are these rims also?
Post Title: Re: (Tarnag40k)
Posted by: ElNegro at 9:25 AM 4/26/2007
| Quote, originally posted by Tarnag40k » |
| well if anyone did a 5 lug swap, the bolt pattern on the 300zx and the S14 I believe is that same size,if so then any wheel that fits for the 300zx should clear the calipers, right?
|
I had them on another car (FWD) that I had, and I liked them. I road raced with them, but never had a problem. I don't know if they clear big brakes though, never tried.
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (ElNegro)
Posted by: 240sxautox at 10:39 AM 4/26/2007
17X7.0 FRONT AND 17X9.0 REAR SPORTMAX 962 WHEELS
WITH 38MM OFFSET FRONT AND 35MM REAR
Tire 225/45R17 Front & 245/40R17 Rear
i think it will clear z brakes, but will it look 
?
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (jackiechuikei)
Posted by: nissanman04 at 2:32 PM 4/26/2007
| Quote, originally posted by jackiechuikei » |
| I <3 this thread too!!! and i have a question.... 17X7.0 FRONT AND 17X9.0 REAR SPORTMAX 962 WHEELS i think it will clear z brakes, but will it look |
I wouldn't run a 2" stagger personally, unless you like understeer
Post Title: Re: (AeonTorpor)
Posted by: SlowS13Silvia at 7:48 PM 4/30/2007
| Quote, originally posted by AeonTorpor » |
| What I want to know is what rims will clear the z brakes w/ the SPL brackets. 17" fn01rc's are already cleared. What else? |
i need to know this as well! and quickly!
Post Title: Re: (SlowS13Silvia)
Posted by: K240 at 8:28 PM 4/30/2007
I havent had any luck finding a set.
Thanks alot!
Post Title: Re: (K240)
Posted by: bluegreens14 at 8:58 PM 4/30/2007
You need a 25mm hubcentric spacer to clear the suspension. The brakes would be plenty clear if the suspension wasnt in the way.
The rears clear with no problems suspension and brakes.
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Posted by: yokota180sx at 8:28 PM 12/23/2007
| Quote, originally posted by Kansei240sx » |
| Z32 N/A wheels on an S13 with 30mm do not clear up front whatsoever. You need a 25mm hubcentric spacer to clear the suspension. The brakes would be plenty clear if the suspension wasnt in the way. The rears clear with no problems suspension and brakes. |
Mine clears just fine ... I don't have coilovers though...
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (ElNegro)
Posted by: ivorywhite240sx at 8:28 PM 12/26/2007
So here it is I got some used Work vs ss wheels, front is 18x8.5 + 38 offset, rear is 18x9.5 sorry no pics yet...
Let me know if my fronts will clear the brakes....thanks
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Posted by: yokota180sx at 10:39 PM 12/26/2007
| Quote, originally posted by yokota180sx » |
| this thread is if your wheels CLEAR the brakes tell us when you find out. dont ask |
Lol That was my original intention! haha
Post Title: Re: (Clawhammer)
Posted by: s14tan at 1:00 AM 12/27/2007
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/265282
most of this has all been covered already
Post Title: Re: (got_chub)
Posted by: ElNegro at 2:40 PM 1/23/2008
| Quote, originally posted by got_chub » |
| this is all good stuff but have any of you bothered to look here? http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/265282 most of this has all been covered already |
Actually, if you look, that thread was started 3 months after I started this one
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Posted by: burgerwitfry at 4:04 PM 1/28/2008
| Quote, originally posted by Repo Man » |
| Steve, this is a great idea for a thread! I'm going to move it to the Wheel forum, as it really belongs there and will be a good resource for a long time to come. |
Cool. I have more, but I have to find them on my computer, lol. And to the Advans, I'm sure they fit just fine
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Posted by: clss240 at 12:19 PM 2/6/2008
| Quote, originally posted by CRyan » |
| Anyone know of Enkei RS_7 with +35 offset clearing? They did come off a 300ZX, but making sure with the S14 of mine. |
anyone?
Post Title: Re: (CRyan)
Posted by: idahotuner at 11:53 AM 6/4/2008
Post Title: Re: (idahotuner)
Posted by: Kalypso at 2:26 AM 6/7/2008
| Quote, originally posted by CRyan » |
Anyone know of Enkei RS_7 with +35 offset clearing? They did come off a 300ZX, but making sure with the S14 of mine. |
If they came off a 300ZX, they will clear the brakes no problem. And +35 offset will fit an s14 just fine... Won't have that flush fit in the front if I remember correctly, but they'll fit just fine.
Post Title: Re: Wheels Tested That Clear 300ZX Brake Calipers for 240SX Cars (jackiechuikei)
Posted by: DeXteR at 11:22 AM 12/19/2008
| Quote, originally posted by jackiechuikei » |
| I <3 this thread too!!! and i have a question.... 17X7.0 FRONT AND 17X9.0 REAR SPORTMAX 962 WHEELS i think it will clear z brakes, but will it look |
17x7 +38 Sportmax 962's will clear with a 5mm spacer. I believe my Z brakes are 30mm, but don't remember checking...
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Posted by: srpowered240sx at 6:48 PM 2/5/2009
do the rota d2 18x8 with 25 offset clear? that is about the only wheel i like thats 4x114.3 that i like.
any input would be appreciated.
Post Title: Re: (srpowered240sx)
Posted by: Kalypso at 9:01 PM 2/5/2009
Does ANYBODY knows if sport max 002 16x9.5 +0 will clear z brakes???????????? Anybody have a pic????
Please help!
Post Title: Re: (TheS13Guy)
Posted by: biggie at 12:03 PM 2/12/2009
| Quote, originally posted by TheS13Guy » |
| Damn it!! I though this would be the forum I can find the answer to my question.. Does ANYBODY knows if sport max 002 16x9.5 +0 will clear z brakes???????????? Anybody have a pic???? Please help! |
| Quote, originally posted by biggie » |
When did they make a 002 in 16x9.5? I have the 002 16x8 0 offset, they do not clear Z brakes, would need at least 10mm spacer. If that 9.5 is real, then I imagine the spoke design is the same and would have the same issue for clearing them (spokes are too flat/close). |
Oh snap! Good catch. Yes they're 16x8 0 offset. Do you have any pics??
Post Title: Re: (TheS13Guy)
Posted by: biggie at 8:47 AM 2/13/2009
| Quote, originally posted by TheS13Guy » |
Oh snap! Good catch. Yes they're 16x8 0 offset. Do you have any pics?? |
With 225/50/16 tires and roll/pulled fenders in rear (slight pull in front now as well, not pictured):
Before fender work and alignment (for more neg camber):
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Posted by: biggie at 8:51 AM 2/13/2009
Post Title: Re: (burgerwitfry)
Posted by: ser20det at 10:01 PM 2/13/2009
| Quote, originally posted by burgerwitfry » |
| just wondering do 17x7 +35 super advan sa3r fits 30mm 300zx caplipers? |
Advan Sa3r's fit 17x7 +35 CLEAR 30mm. 17x8mm +35 clear too
Here you can see my 32mm GT-R calipers. There is a 1mm or 2mm gap between caliper and wheel...no need to say that this is really flush...
No need of spacer (wheel turn free) but i will put some 10mm just to be safe in my mind.
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Posted by: canseco240sx at 1:56 PM 5/1/2009
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