Winter wheel choices for sport brakes! (rant)

Old Sep 2, 2009 | 02:46 PM
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Winter wheel choices for sport brakes! (rant)

It seems there are only two choices for 18" winter wheels on the sport models:

2006-2008 350Z (incl. 2005 anniversary)
Sport Edition A7 from Tirerack

Is this really the case? I love these brakes, but this is a a major PITA. I've been browsing the 350Z and G35/G37 forums looking for used sets of 350Z wheels. Seems I'm not the only one looking for these are they are quite popular.

Adding a wheel spacer may help, but the wheel weights would need to be mounted on the outside of the wheel.
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Old Sep 11, 2009 | 11:46 PM
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You need to remove a bolt so that there is enough clearance for those wheels.

I too am looking for some cheap alternatives for winter wheel/tires. My last winter was a horrific experience. Summer tires and rolling backwards on an incline was not something I ever wanted [moving from a Subaru].
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Old Sep 12, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by G37-6MT
It seems there are only two choices for 18" winter wheels on the sport models:

2006-2008 350Z (incl. 2005 anniversary)
Sport Edition A7 from Tirerack

Is this really the case? I love these brakes, but this is a a major PITA. I've been browsing the 350Z and G35/G37 forums looking for used sets of 350Z wheels. Seems I'm not the only one looking for these are they are quite popular.

Adding a wheel spacer may help, but the wheel weights would need to be mounted on the outside of the wheel.
I have my set of 09' 18" wheels from my G37s Sedan for sale and I will ship given that you do paypal. Please PM me if you're interested. The Tires have less than 300 miles on them. Will definitely clear the oversized sport calipers.
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Old Sep 12, 2009 | 02:19 AM
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i am also looking for winter rims. i think the 18'' rims from the '08 - '09 Honda accord coupe V6 will clear the calipers and i know they have the same bolt pattern. if anybody else has any other suggestions please let us know!
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Old Sep 12, 2009 | 05:26 AM
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Tirerack has a ton that fit. Do a winter search for the car and a bunch show up... my understanding is that all have been confirmed to work.
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Old Sep 14, 2009 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by gthal
Tirerack has a ton that fit. Do a winter search for the car and a bunch show up... my understanding is that all have been confirmed to work.
Yes, they have some that fit, but I'd rather buy used as the wheel is going to get trashed by the road salt anyway.
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Old Sep 14, 2009 | 11:46 AM
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I have my old G35 18s with winter tires on them. I think I am going to have to buy spacers though.
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Old Sep 14, 2009 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by WhosUrBuddiee
I have my old G35 18s with winter tires on them. I think I am going to have to buy spacers though.
I think spacers only help clear the front of the caliper, but the top will still hit the wheel.

There has to be someone out there selling used Sport Edition A7. Someone coming off lease?
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 03:20 PM
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We have quite a large selection of snow wheels in 18" available here YMM Winter Tire/Wheel Selector.
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Old Sep 17, 2009 | 04:52 PM
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I have a set of 18" Fast Apex Wheels with Toyo Garit KX(225/50/R18) tires already mounted that were on my 08 G37S. I bought them brand new last winter and only used them for 3 months, the tires have less than 3,000 kms on them and the rims are in MINT shape and come with spacers. I got rid of the car in May so I don't need them anymore. WILL SHIP ANYWHERE IN CANADA AND UNITED STATES... MAKE ME AN OFFER...SERIOUS OFFERS ONLY... THANK YOU!

I can be reached by email at eric.brisson@pb.com

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Old Sep 17, 2009 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by bris
I have a set of 18" Fast Apex Wheels with Toyo Garrett (225/50/R18) tires already mounted that were on my 08 G37S. I bought them brand new last winter and only used them for 3 months, the tires have less than 3,000 kms on them and the rims are in MINT shape and come with spacers. I got rid of the car in May so I don't need them anymore. WILL SHIP ANYWHERE IN CANADA AND UNITED STATES... MAKE ME AN OFFER...SERIOUS OFFERS ONLY... THANK YOU!

I can be reached by email at eric.brisson@pb.com

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Don't know anything about those wheels. What do they cost YOU in new condition?

Still have to use spacers with these?
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Old Sep 17, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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Discount tire has some that fit our cars. If you guys want check them out.
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