280Z Bolt pattern and wheels question
Im looking for some new rims and tires for my Z ?????????'s What is the 4 lug bolt pattern on a 77 280 Z? Can you fit 16" rims on these cars with out rubbing.. what is the biggest (tallest) rim that will work.. I was looking for a bigger rim to give my ride that more racy street rod look. Any ideas?
The larger diameter wheel you go for will mean a lower profile tyre. Problem with this is the ride comfort is compromised, and more stress is put onto the chassis.
16" is a good compromise, with a 225 wide tyre you can run 50 profile, which will keep your speedo accurate too. The bolt specs are 4 lug x 114.3mm or 4.5", Zero offset.
Below is a link to a good thread on hybridz.org where members have posted pictures of their wheels and have described them (bolt pattern, adapters used, offset, etc.).
http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=124666
I am working on wife-approval for dedicated wheels for mounting autocross rubber. I am not the fastest driver in staging so I am going to see if some agressive R-compound tires will help me out next season. I am looking into the 16x8" Sportomax 002 wheel, here is a link to the ebay site:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/16-8-sportmax-002-wheel-Silver-rims-Datsu...
what is the general concensus... is 16 the best size. i was considering 17's for my 83zx.
I wouldn't go any bigger than a 16. Anything more and you run into lousy ride quality, and increased chances of damaging wheels, tires, and more stress on chassis parts, all of which has already been mentioned.
Try these on for size.
http://www.centerlinewheels.com/wheel_deals_detail.php?id=12527&type=veh...
Motorsport has a nice selection. Ive seen 18's on a 280 and i think they are way too big but a nice 16x7.5 looks awesome on all corners.
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