Adverse effects from using spacers?

sajonf · 11-15-2009, 08:50 PM

Does anyone know if using spacers on the stock wheels would have any adverse effects on the car? Drivetrain, suspension, hubs, brakes, etc?

I am considering putting aftermarket wheels on my Z to get a more aggressive look but might go this route since it is a much cheaper alternative. But I don't want to put any stress on the car by using spacers. My thought is that it wouldn't be much different than putting wider aftermarket wheels on anyway.

Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

spearfish25 · 11-15-2009, 09:21 PM

I've read a bit on this as I've just ordered some spacers for the rear. From what I've seen, front spacers may put more strain on suspension components but rear have less adverse affects. There seems to be some horror stories about 'spacers gone wrong' around the net, but overall it sounds like they're a rather benign addition. The most common issues are vibration or fender rubbing. One should be sure to check bolt torques at prudent intervals to avoid catastrophic events.

sajonf · 11-15-2009, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

I've read a bit on this as I've just ordered some spacers for the rear. From what I've seen, front spacers may put more strain on suspension components but rear have less adverse affects. There seems to be some horror stories about 'spacers gone wrong' around the net, but overall it sounds like they're a rather benign addition. The most common issues are vibration or fender rubbing. One should be sure to check bolt torques at prudent intervals to avoid catastrophic events.

I would just be putting them on the rear to move the wheels out a bit, I like the look in the front.

great info, thanks! rep sent

nogoodname · 11-15-2009, 09:53 PM

from what i heard H&R spacers are the best ones. ichiba spacer nuts are pretty cheap and edges rounds.

antennahead · 11-15-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

from what i heard H&R spacers are the best ones. ichiba spacer nuts are pretty cheap and edges rounds.

I just put 15mm H&Rs on the rear, very well made and no issues at all. Makes the wheels fill out the well and looks good with the stock fronts. Car has a nice muscle car looking stance now. If you go wider than 15 in the rear, I think it would look weird with the front staying stock.

tcarretti · 11-19-2009, 07:07 AM

antennahead,

is yours the sports package with 19's or a base 18?

I've got a Base with touring and was starting to think about spacers.

Thanks,

Tony

DIGItonium · 11-19-2009, 07:46 AM

Here's what I'm getting for the front wheels to clear the brake calipers:
KICS 10MM WIDE SPACER 12X1.25 / 5-114.3

I'm in the same boat as well, so we'll see how it goes in the next couple of months once I get the wheels and tires.

phelan · 11-19-2009, 08:18 AM

i didn't have any issues with the ichiba 15/20 combo i had. i don't think there's a big issue using them...

antennahead · 11-19-2009, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tcarretti

antennahead,

is yours the sports package with 19's or a base 18?

I've got a Base with touring and was starting to think about spacers.

Thanks,

Tony

Base Z with the sports package and 19s.

John

GTRFAN · 11-20-2009, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antennahead

I just put 15mm H&Rs on the rear, very well made and no issues at all. Makes the wheels fill out the well and looks good with the stock fronts. Car has a nice muscle car looking stance now. If you go wider than 15 in the rear, I think it would look weird with the front staying stock.

Which ones did you get? I like the idea of the stud replacement onces as they seem stronger than the twin stud type.

Im looking at 15mm ones for stock 19"

H&R TRAK+® Wheel Spacers | Products || H&R Special Springs, LP

antennahead · 11-20-2009, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTRFAN

Which ones did you get? I like the idea of the stud replacement onces as they seem stronger than the twin stud type.

Im looking at 15mm ones for stock 19"

H&R TRAK+® Wheel Spacers | Products || H&R Special Springs, LP

H&R 15mm with stud replacement.

John

GTRFAN · 11-20-2009, 06:19 PM

The KICS look good quality.

Kics - Wide Tread Spacers - Nengun Performance

vortrex · 11-20-2009, 10:20 PM

do you have to get an alignment after adding spacers?

cptspeed · 11-20-2009, 10:25 PM

no

11-15-2009, 08:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
sajonf Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 97 Drives: 2016 370Z NISMO Rep Power: 15	Adverse effects from using spacers? Does anyone know if using spacers on the stock wheels would have any adverse effects on the car? Drivetrain, suspension, hubs, brakes, etc? I am considering putting aftermarket wheels on my Z to get a more aggressive look but might go this route since it is a much cheaper alternative. But I don't want to put any stress on the car by using spacers. My thought is that it wouldn't be much different than putting wider aftermarket wheels on anyway. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

11-15-2009, 09:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	I've read a bit on this as I've just ordered some spacers for the rear. From what I've seen, front spacers may put more strain on suspension components but rear have less adverse affects. There seems to be some horror stories about 'spacers gone wrong' around the net, but overall it sounds like they're a rather benign addition. The most common issues are vibration or fender rubbing. One should be sure to check bolt torques at prudent intervals to avoid catastrophic events. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

11-19-2009, 07:46 AM	#7 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	Here's what I'm getting for the front wheels to clear the brake calipers: KICS 10MM WIDE SPACER 12X1.25 / 5-114.3 I'm in the same boat as well, so we'll see how it goes in the next couple of months once I get the wheels and tires. __________________

11-19-2009, 08:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
phelan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,513 Drives: Scoobaroo Rep Power: 3406	i didn't have any issues with the ichiba 15/20 combo i had. i don't think there's a big issue using them... __________________ 凛 ('Rin') - 2009 Nissan 370Z With silence comes peace. With peace comes freedom. With freedom comes silence.

11-20-2009, 06:19 PM	#12 (permalink)
GTRFAN Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Melbourne Posts: 586 Drives: 370z Titanium 6MT Rep Power: 17	The KICS look good quality. Kics - Wide Tread Spacers - Nengun Performance __________________ My Zed

11-15-2009, 09:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	from what i heard H&R spacers are the best ones. ichiba spacer nuts are pretty cheap and edges rounds.

11-19-2009, 07:07 AM	#6 (permalink)
tcarretti Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 78 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 15	antennahead, is yours the sports package with 19's or a base 18? I've got a Base with touring and was starting to think about spacers. Thanks, Tony

11-20-2009, 10:20 PM	#13 (permalink)
vortrex Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SF, CA Posts: 199 Drives: '09 370z 6spd Rep Power: 15	do you have to get an alignment after adding spacers?

11-20-2009, 10:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
cptspeed Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: tampa Posts: 799 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 16	no

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