Rico 350ZGT Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Hey guys, HELP..... Im after a new set of rims, my rays are mint, but the tyres are in need of changing. so i thought its time to change the rims, rather than get just new tyres. what i wanna know is: 1. what is the best offset for the z? 2. what size should i go for? thinking 19" or 20". 3. where should i buy from? 4. what are your thoughts about the Finichi Firenze Sport rims? 5. what tyres? i was thinking Toyo Proxes T1R or Yokohama Parada? 6. what size tyres, as i have read about the issues with ESP going mad if there wrong? 7. should i sell my rays? or keep them? if i sell them what should i expect to get for them? sorry for the mass of questions, and before you all start flaming me, i have searched and searched, think ive almost read every thread about rims on here! I know the offset is better the lower the number +12 to +22, but what works best on the Z? also i have read the threads about the ESP going mad once the wheels are changed? is this purely down to incorrect tyre size, or does it vary Z to Z? cheers Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 If you like the Finichi Firenze then contact Andy on here. He runs Kudos Automotive and supplies these wheels. He knows what he's talking about so will advise you well. As for the rays, if you have space then keep them for bad weather. If you aren't concerned about that or are tight for room then sell them, they fetch good money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiemonster Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Loads of info on here mate, the offsets you have stated are fine but it all depends on how far you want them to stick out. Best people to speak to are Rarerims or Envy who you can find links for on the portal, send them a pm they will have loads of info and pictures. Tyres you need to have matching makes and as long as the profiles are kept the same e.g 245/35/19 front and 275/35/19 rear. Good makes are Vredestein Sessanta, Bridgestone RE050, Michelin Pilot Sport 2. As long as these guidelines are kept your TC will be fine. Your Rays will go between £350-£500 but all depends on condition and if the demand is there. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunmetalzgt Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 I would go for 19" and get them from CS. As your in the midlands CS isn't too far. Good luck with your search Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 maccaman has finichi rims, send him a pm about tyres and offsets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 also you can look at B2autodesigns and Adam @ Z1auto. Both traders on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico 350ZGT Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 cheers guys, ill start by checking these options out. what are everyones thoughts on the Finichi Firenze rims? i have yet to see them in the flesh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam@Z1auto.com Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 first step you really need to do is set a budget. Things tend to fall into place rather quickly from there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 couple of photos for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico 350ZGT Posted January 14, 2010 Author Share Posted January 14, 2010 first step you really need to do is set a budget. Things tend to fall into place rather quickly from there my plan is to budget is around £1500. i would like either 19" or 20" rims, i like the Finichi rims, i like the firenze sport in gloss black, as im thinking they would look great if i got the polished lip sprayed up in Azure Blue to match the Z? what do you guys think? anyone out there got a pic of a Z with these rims, that can photoshop the lip to azure blue? couple of photos for you what size are they on the black Z? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 first step you really need to do is set a budget. Things tend to fall into place rather quickly from there my plan is to budget is around £1500. i would like either 19" or 20" rims, i like the Finichi rims, i like the firenze sport in gloss black, as im thinking they would look great if i got the polished lip sprayed up in Azure Blue to match the Z? what do you guys think? anyone out there got a pic of a Z with these rims, that can photoshop the lip to azure blue? couple of photos for you what size are they on the black Z? 19's, that's KTA's car at last May's run in Wales. The rusty car is Maccaman's and his are also 19s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 my plan is to budget is around £1500. i would like either 19" or 20" rims, i like the Finichi rims, i like the firenze sport in gloss black, as im thinking they would look great if i got the polished lip sprayed up in Azure Blue to match the Z? Hey Rico, This is the Firenze on our site, prices sizes and offsets available on there: http://z-store.co.uk/index.cfm?fuseacti ... ct_ID=9400 Best Regards, Gaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam@Z1auto.com Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 IMHO, black spoke wheels are were the rage a few years ago, and now look a bit tired. With a blue lip - I think that would be an acquired taste. Too much matching and the car looks more Max Power than I think it deserves. But ultimately, it's about what you like the look of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TADDY Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 ive got the firenze sport its a matte black not gloss, but then ive had mine customized aswell with the studs removed and smoothed the centres re-painted matte black and the lip painted kuro black to match my car ive been waiting for some decent wether to get some pics up hopefully this weekend will be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 first step you really need to do is set a budget. Things tend to fall into place rather quickly from there my plan is to budget is around £1500. i would like either 19" or 20" rims, i like the Finichi rims, i like the firenze sport in gloss black, as im thinking they would look great if i got the polished lip sprayed up in Azure Blue to match the Z? what do you guys think? anyone out there got a pic of a Z with these rims, that can photoshop the lip to azure blue? couple of photos for you what size are they on the black Z? Andy from Kudos's Zed Nice wheels and he knows what hes on about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico 350ZGT Posted January 18, 2010 Author Share Posted January 18, 2010 Just came across the below specs for the standard RAYs 18" rims, and noticed the Offsets +30 for the fronts and +33 for the rears? i was under the impression the Z required between +12 to +22? Front Size: 18x8.0 Offset: +30mm Weight: 18.19lbs Tire: 225/45/18 Rear Size: 18x8.5 Offset: +33mm Weight: 18.62lbs Tire: 245/45/18 I want the Finichi Firenze Sports in black and sliver, or the Fuel 5s, does anyone have these and know what offsets work with the Z i know i need 245/35/19 and 275/35/19 tyres. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 They require +12 - +22 to have some degree of flushness You can see yourself how much the standard wheels sit in the arches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TADDY Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 speak to andy at kudos hes your man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam@Z1auto.com Posted January 19, 2010 Share Posted January 19, 2010 They require +12 - +22 to have some degree of flushness You can see yourself how much the standard wheels sit in the arches when coupled with the wider widths used by the aftermarket (9-11 inch traditionally) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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