Recommended Spacers?

kenchan · 07-12-2011, 02:25 PM

alto - check the back spacing on the GT03's for caliper clearance. if it has more than 6" you are well in the clear.

GT03's are beautiful wheels but they are pretty heavy (27/29lbs for 19x9 and 19x10) i have them on my G35C...

i luv them but my G35C is my dd. not sure if id use such heavy wheels on my sports car.

Alto101 · 07-12-2011, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

alto - check the back spacing on the GT03's for caliper clearance. if it has more than 6" you are well in the clear.

GT03's are beautiful wheels but they are pretty heavy (27/29lbs for 19x9 and 19x10) i have them on my G35C...

i luv them but my G35C is my dd. not sure if id use such heavy wheels on my sports car.

The seller is saying that they cleared the Brembo's on his G35 coupe but I will have him check into the back spacing.

Assuming I am not tracking my car, what kind of impact will the extra weight have on the car? If the high definition pictures support what the seller is saying about the wheels, the deal I am getting will make it worth going with these wheels for now. I can always upgrade to some Volk's later on

delusional · 07-12-2011, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alto101

The seller is saying that they cleared the Brembo's on his G35 coupe but I will have him check into the back spacing.

Assuming I am not tracking my car, what kind of impact will the extra weight have on the car? If the high definition pictures support what the seller is saying about the wheels, the deal I am getting will make it worth going with these wheels for now. I can always upgrade to some Volk's later on

slightly lower gas mileage and a little slower acceleration but shouldn't be too bad.

Alto101 · 07-12-2011, 03:08 PM

Out of curiosity, how do the Forgestar F'14's compare in weight? (If I end up purchasing new wheels these would be it).

kenchan · 07-12-2011, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alto101

The seller is saying that they cleared the Brembo's on his G35 coupe but I will have him check into the back spacing.

Assuming I am not tracking my car, what kind of impact will the extra weight have on the car? If the high definition pictures support what the seller is saying about the wheels, the deal I am getting will make it worth going with these wheels for now. I can always upgrade to some Volk's later on

the brembos are nowhere as big as the akebono's. my GT03's can fit my G35C no issue but will not clear the 370Z's calipers. so back spacing info is important. at +29 and 9.5" in the front you're not going to have much room to push it out further than another 5-6mm before you start rubbing the liner.

as for the weight 22lbs vs 27 is pretty huge. on my G35C i noticed longer braking distance (under normal driving), heavy footed while turning and changing directions in switch backs. once you're use to the new dynamics it's not too big of a deal but why downgrade your performance from the factory wheels on a sportscar? on a coupe like my G35C im going 50/50 on looks and performance, but on my 370Z im going more like 100% for function and not degrade it from stock. good looks is only a side-effect.

TypeOne · 07-12-2011, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

the brembos are nowhere as big as the akebono's. my GT03's can fit my G35C no issue but will not clear the 370Z's calipers. so back spacing info is important. at +29 and 9.5" in the front you're not going to have much room to push it out further than another 5-6mm before you start rubbing the liner.

as for the weight 22lbs vs 27 is pretty huge. on my G35C i noticed longer braking distance (under normal driving), heavy footed while turning and changing directions in switch backs. once you're use to the new dynamics it's not too big of a deal but why downgrade your performance from the factory wheels on a sportscar? on a coupe like my G35C im going 50/50 on looks and performance, but on my 370Z im going more like 100% for function and not degrade it from stock. good looks is only a side-effect.

Of course, with a spacer they will clear... especially with a 10mm. Without running a front spacer, they will most likely not clear the Akebonos.

kenchan · 07-12-2011, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TypeOne

Of course, with a spacer they will clear... especially with a 10mm. Without running a front spacer, they will most likely not clear the Akebonos.

yah, but ET19 with 19x9.5 will rub... no? or will look too 4x4 if stock height. the rears with ET31 i'd use a 15mm as well.

Alto101 · 07-12-2011, 04:55 PM

I am in class right now so short reply. I will be installing swift springs before I get the wheels.

Alto101 · 07-13-2011, 07:03 AM

So the winner is....
10 front / 15 rear
or
10 front / 20 rear

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Recommended Motor Oil	vehl	Engine & Drivetrain	27	11-09-2012 01:06 AM
recommended motor oil	MD-370z	Engine & Drivetrain	7	07-07-2011 07:53 PM
San Antonio Recommended Body Shops?	370zsport09	Texas	0	10-24-2010 06:19 PM
Recommended Shops in the BAY AREA	4MYZ370	Northern California Region	10	10-05-2010 02:06 AM
Recommended Shops in the BAY AREA	4MYZ370	Northern California Region	0	11-10-2009 11:26 AM

07-12-2011, 02:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	alto - check the back spacing on the GT03's for caliper clearance. if it has more than 6" you are well in the clear. GT03's are beautiful wheels but they are pretty heavy (27/29lbs for 19x9 and 19x10) i have them on my G35C... i luv them but my G35C is my dd. not sure if id use such heavy wheels on my sports car.

07-12-2011, 03:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
Alto101 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 93 Drives: 2011 370Z Rep Power: 15	Out of curiosity, how do the Forgestar F'14's compare in weight? (If I end up purchasing new wheels these would be it).

07-12-2011, 04:55 PM	#8 (permalink)
Alto101 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 93 Drives: 2011 370Z Rep Power: 15	I am in class right now so short reply. I will be installing swift springs before I get the wheels.

07-13-2011, 07:03 AM	#9 (permalink)
Alto101 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 93 Drives: 2011 370Z Rep Power: 15	So the winner is.... 10 front / 15 rear or 10 front / 20 rear