Wheel Question

[benarovi561]

Is there an option to have different wheels for the base/enthusiast models for 2003 to 2005? im wondering because i want to buy these wheels http://www.usedcars.com/images...5.jpg. the base 17" wheels. and whats the difference in the exterior for the base/enthusiast to all the other models? thanks.

[sluggoZ]

Is there an option to have different wheels for the base/enthusiast models for 2003 to 2005? im wondering because i want to buy these wheels http://www.usedcars.com/images...5.jpg. the base 17" wheels. and whats the difference in the exterior for the base/enthusiast to all the other models? thanks.

I don't seem to understand what your trying to say.What your showing is 17" 7 spoke wheels off either a '03 or '04 350Z.

These wheels will fit all of the Z models.

[benarovi561]

basically what i want to know is what 350z's come with those wheels? its for a s13 dood not a z33. and how to tell the difference between the base/enthusiast model and all the other U.S. models.

[sluggoZ]

basically what i want to know is what 350z's come with those wheels? its for a s13 dood not a z33. and how to tell the difference between the base/enthusiast model and all the other U.S. models.

First off you did not say you wanted them for a s13.The 7 spoke 17" wheels shown came with the Base, Enthusiast & Touring models, 6 spoke 18" wheel came with the Performance & also offered extra on the Touring model...the Track model which has the light-weight Rays 18" 6 spoke wheel (with similiar 17" spoke looks).

As far as fitting....I know they look real nice on the Maxima, Altima, 240sx, Infiniti G, G35 , Lexus 130 plus others with 5X114.3 bolt pattern.

[BusyBadger]

Once upon a time I had planned on making a flowchart of yes/no questions to make this easy for those not familiar with the Z.

Here's a quick rundown using a few easy to find features...

1. Does it have a TCS/VDC button? (No = Base)2. Does it have a TCS button (Yes = Enthusiast)3. Does it have a VDC button (Yes = Go to 4)4. Does it have Brembo brakes (No = Go to 5, Yes = Go to 6)5. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No = Performance, Yes = Touring)6. Is it a 2003-2004 model? (No = Go to 7, Yes = Track) 7. Is it a 2005 model? (No = Go to 9, Yes=Go to 8)8. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No=Track, Yes = 35th Anniversary)9. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No=Track, Yes = Grand Touring)

I probably left something out somewhere but this should cover most models. There are odd ducks out there that might not work here, but they're certainly the exception. If anyone notices a mistake let me know and we'll tweak this until it's as good as we can get it and I'll put it in the Stickies.

And yeah, I know I didn't put the Nismo or 380RS in there. If anyone has to ask why you're probably in the wrong forum.

[benarovi561]

First off you did not say you wanted them for a s13.The 7 spoke 17" wheels shown came with the Base, Enthusiast & Touring models, 6 spoke 18" wheel came with the Performance & also offered extra on the Touring model...the Track model which has the light-weight Rays 18" 6 spoke wheel (with similiar 17" spoke looks).

As far as fitting....I know they look real nice on the Maxima, Altima, 240sx, Infiniti G, G35 , Lexus 130 plus others with 5X114.3 bolt pattern.

ok thanks. do convertibles have the same way with the 7 spokes?

[sluggoZ]

ok thanks. do convertibles have the same way with the 7 spokes?

Not sure what you mean....17" wheels were on coupes & roadsters.BTW I plan on selling my 17" immaculate wheels here in the classifieds.

I forgot to mention that they look great on 300zx & 240...just in case someone else is reading this thread.

[benarovi561]

isnt there more than one model of 17s though? the 7 spoke and the 6 spoke?

[BusyBadger]

isnt there more than one model of 17s though? the 7 spoke and the 6 spoke?

No.

Here are all of the various Z wheels offered over the years with the exception of the chrome variations and the Nismo labeled variant of the Track Version 2 wheels.

OEM 17" from Base & Enthusiast models from '03 - '05 (17x7.5 30mm / offset 17x8 33 mm offset)

Touring Version One from Performance & Touring models from '03 - '05 (18x8 30mm offset / 18x8 30mm offset)

Track Version One from the Track model from '03 - '05 (18x8 30mm offset / 18x8.5 33mm offset)

Touring Version Two initially available on the '05 35th Anniversary model and standard on the Base, Enthusiast & Touring models starting in '06 (18x8 30mm offset / 18x8.5 33mm offset)

Track Version Two standard on the Track & Grand Touring models starting in '06 (18x9 30mm offset / 19x10 30mm offset)

[dasoupdude]

1. Does it have a TCS/VDC button? (No = Base)2. Does it have a TCS button (Yes = Enthusiast)3. Does it have a VDC button (Yes = Go to 4)4. Does it have Brembo brakes (No = Go to 5, Yes = Go to 6)5. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No = Performance, Yes = Touring)6. Is it a 2003-2004 model? (No = Go to 7, Yes = Track) 7. Is it a 2005 model? (No = Go to 9, Yes=Go to 8)8. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No=Track, Yes = 35th Anniversary)9. Does it have leather interior/Bose? (No=Track, Yes = Grand Touring)

Win.

Is there an option to have different wheels for the base/enthusiast models for 2003 to 2005? im wondering because i want to buy these wheels http://www.usedcars.com/images...5.jpg. the base 17" wheels.

Boca eh? I also posted a classified listing for my oem wheels if you're interested.

[sluggoZ]

BusyBadger... the OEM 17" were also on the Touring Model.I have a '04 Touring roadster.

[BusyBadger]

BusyBadger... the OEM 17" were also on the Touring Model.I have a '04 Touring roadster.

Yeah, I missed that...only the 5AT models though, right?

[sluggoZ]

Yeah, I missed that...only the 5AT models though, right?

right.

[benarovi561]

BusyBadger... the OEM 17" were also on the Touring Model.I have a '04 Touring roadster.

f*** U Z33 GUYS!!! god i love those cars just cant afford them yet.... yo so how much u want for ur oem wheels? and there the 17inch 7 spoke?

[sluggoZ]

f*** U Z33 GUYS!!! god i love those cars just cant afford them yet.... yo so how much u want for ur oem wheels? and there the 17inch 7 spoke?

My ad is in the 350z/370z classifieds here....check it our! http://zclub.nicoclub.com/zerothread/480285

[Nissan350ztouring]

Hi I have a 2004 Nissan 350z Touring Convertible with factory 6 spoke 18 inch wheels. I would like to put the 18 inch 35th anniversary wheels on. Will they fit ok on my car?

[BusyBadger]

They'll fit fine.

Welcome to NICO!

[Nissan350ztouring]

I also realized that my 2004 Nissan 350z Touring wheels are all 18×8 and my rear tires are staggered. The 35th anniversary 5 spoke are 18×8 in the front and 18×8.5 in the rear. Just wondering if that should still be fine.

[evildky]

Yes, any wheels from any trim or year 350z will fit any year or trim 350z.

[BusyBadger]

I also realized that my 2004 Nissan 350z Touring wheels are all 18×8 and my rear tires are staggered. The 35th anniversary 5 spoke are 18×8 in the front and 18×8.5 in the rear. Just wondering if that should still be fine.

Yep, still fine. You just won't be able to rotate your tires but you're already used to that. You just might want to clue your tire & wheel guy to pay attention when he mounts up tires to the new wheels. He can't mismount the wheels on the car there's a block on the fronts that prevents them from being mounted on the rear, but you might save him some time from accidentally mounting the front tires on the rear wheels and vice versa.

An additional mention...

I don't know your driving habits or where you live but you might consider keeping your old wheels and mounting all-seasons on them (if you live in a semi-warm area) and running summer tires on your new Touring Version 2 wheels (that's what I do) or running some good, high performance all-seasons on your new wheels and an full on winter tire on your old wheels if you live where you drive your Z in bigger snow.

[Nissan350ztouring]

Thank you for all the info. I appreciate it very much.