RebekahsZ Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I run 2-3degrees negative for road course/autocross. But it looks pretty squatted. I would try to stay as close to zero for the street otherwise it looks like you are driving a worn out spitfire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z-ya Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 We don't run any more than 2.5 degrees negative camber in the rear on the race car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six_Shooter Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I'd be narrowing the rear end, or getting different wheels before adding flares. That just looks too good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xnke Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Narrow up that rear end, or get different wheels. Trying to stretch tires and stuff those up in there is going to look awful, and after the really really good body work you've done don't let something as simple as wheel fitment screw it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatwad Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 I agree, get rid of the indents! I love this look and might do it also! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boben Posted July 7, 2014 Author Share Posted July 7, 2014 Narrow up that rear end, or get different wheels. Trying to stretch tires and stuff those up in there is going to look awful, and after the really really good body work you've done don't let something as simple as wheel fitment screw it up. I ran into trouble fitting the 9" wide wheels with the brake calibers in place. Turns out the GTR double piston calibers come too much out and hit the rim already without any tweaking of the offset. With all the trouble with the fitment of these rims, I decided to try out the 8" wide rims, that were meant for the front. They clear the the caliber and the alignment with the fender is perfect. I can probably get away with some rolling of the inner lip. This will do for now, although I would have really wanted wider rims. I guess I'll just rethink the 3-piece rims someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatwad Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Man, I'm sorry to hear that. It kind of sucks that you widened your car just to find out your setup won't allow more than 8" wide wheels still. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EF Ian Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 On my standard 260Z I am sure I could fit 8.5" wheels, so 9" must be possible on yours if you get the correct offset and backspacing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatwad Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 I'm sure if you order a custom set of CCW wheels, you could fit wider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boben Posted July 11, 2014 Author Share Posted July 11, 2014 Yes, I am aware of this and propably will go the custom three piece road someday. There is a good amount of back space, the GTR axle just don't allow for much lip on the rim or an ET typical for an RWD. The back space might allow for a 10" wide rim with a suitable offset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegnaZetr0 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 (edited) I've been planning a very similar approach to widen my z and everybody keeps telling me i'm going to ruin the cars body lines. So glad i saw this, i was planning on going 3 inches out but luckily i found this post, 2 looks great very subtle. 3 inches could have killed it. Sorry in advance for cramping your style if i go this route. Oh and about the bumper i was planning on extending the center like others have posted, but whichever way you go i'm sure it'll look great. Edited August 14, 2014 by 73FairladyZDriver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evildky Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 true inspiration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatwad Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I want to see this thing painted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boben Posted August 22, 2014 Author Share Posted August 22, 2014 I want to see this thing painted! Me too! The amount of work this modification requires is damn near overwhelming. I wish I had more spare time to commit to this built... I decided to ditch the rear bumper and sheet metaled the holes. I guess you could say I reached a certain miles stone now, since all the sheet metal work of the visible surface just got finished. All of it related to the body widening anyways. I still need to figure out what to do with the bumper fixing points on the rear and seal up the nasty exhaust pipe opening. Paint will still have to wait, though. At least the fuel cell mounts and the trunk floor will need to be fabricated along with the seat mounts before I coat her with some epoxy primer. Here are some pics of the progress: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatwad Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Me too! The amount of work this modification requires is damn near overwhelming. I wish I had more spare time to commit to this built... I decided to ditch the rear bumper and sheet metaled the holes. I guess you could say I reached a certain miles stone now, since all the sheet metal work of the visible surface just got finished. All of it related to the body widening anyways. I still need to figure out what to do with the bumper fixing points on the rear and seal up the nasty exhaust pipe opening. Paint will still have to wait, though. At least the fuel cell mounts and the trunk floor will need to be fabricated along with the seat mounts before I coat her with some epoxy primer. Here are some pics of the progress: I can't wait to see some more updates! This is by far my favorite thread so far and it's looking amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six_Shooter Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 If I had the guts (or real need to) flare my car out, this is how I want to do it. Keep the lines of the car intact, but accentuate them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xnke Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Exactly. I am SERIOUSLY contemplating picking up another shell and doing exactly this, even down to forcing myself to learn leading to get it right. It's coming along so well now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistah mofro Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 I've been following this and I can say this is going to look awesome when its done. Not to mention almost factory-ish finish will be a nice touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swami Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 Total approval. Wow man... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MREDDLE Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Looking good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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