New Wheels and a Question!

[IonZ32]

Hey fellow nico users! I got some new wheels, and am so excited I had to share!
They are SSR Integral A2s. Been looking for a set since I bought my Z back in May! Finally found a set and jumped on them. They are 17x9 +45 in the rear, 17X8 +38 in the front. I have Hankook Ventus V12s all around, 255/40 in the rear, 245/40 in the front. Couldnt be happier!



Only ran into one issue, the front wheels didnt clear the Nissan lettering on the caliper just slightly, so I bought two 5mm spacers for the front off Z1. So I've got two questions for you guys:

From what I've found online most say 5mm is the max you can go on stock studs. I have 6-6.5 full turns before torqueing on the front, on the back I have 10 full turns for comparison, again, most say that its safe, but I'd rather hear it from you nico fellas!

Second, I know my hub is 66.1mm and I believe my wheels are 73.1mm, I bought some plastic hubcentric rings, but they fit like garbage, so aluminum ones are needed. Any of you guys run SSR wheels and know a good brand or have any recommendations for me? Thanks!

Next up will be an Eibach lowering kit. Probably the .8in kit with the camber kit!

[Shoey2]

as a nissan tech i would say that your kinda cutting it close with the front. i wouldnt say its dangerous but for the bit of hassle and minimal cost of longer studs, its worth it in the long run just in case. the damage if a wheel were to come off is much more then the longer stud install...but then again im a bit more finicky then most. just my $0.02

[Ziggy1621]

As a non-nissan tech I'd say you are just fine. But if you're uncomfortable, change them. You don't want to be driving tense waiting for something to happen

[DCaff300ZX]

Like Ziggy says if it worries you, do it...or, take a look at your intended usage for guidance. If you drive it rarely and lightly when you do you will not have problems, but if you are a spirited driver and drive the car daily you are best off to go the safe route and do that little bit of extra work.

[Z-owned]

I have heard that 7 turn's is generally the accepted number for being safe, and your right there so really it's up to you.

[Oh Em Zee]

I would say you're "okay" as long as you can get those 6-6.5 turns. If you consider tracking the car, go for some extended wheel studs or use a smaller spacer to clear the NISSAN logo.

[IonZ32]

Down the line she may see some light track use out at Thunderhill, when I get my lowering kit, I'll probably change the studs out then. Since its a daily with hard driving only every now and then, I'll keep the studs for now, I appreciate the input guys!

Also, found the correct size for my wheels are 74mm, so I'll need to find a 74mm to a 66.1mm. Not the most common size eh. Found a set on 1010tires.com, anyone ordered through them? Looks like theyre located up in Canada.

[Oh Em Zee]

I got my hub centric rings on ebay for dirt cheap. I think it was $7 shipped!
Are you in the Bay Area? I'm planning a Thunderhill Raceway Z track day in June. Several Z32's will show.

[IonZ32]

Close, just outside of Sacramento! That would be beyond awesome! I would definitely go, and my friend with his Z32 would attend as well.

Ebay had a few, cheapest I could find for aluminum ones were $35 out of Australia, so I think I may buy them off of 1010tires since they're the cheapest I've found. I could prolly use the plastic ones, I read they tend to break, but that may not be true.

[Ziggy1621]

I wouldn't do plastic

[Oh Em Zee]

I'm on plastic, 100% fine so far, and the wheels come off and on very frequently. + they're cheap enough to buy several sets of spares if they do ever get nicked beyond use.