Phantom Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 I've noticed a lot of HybridZ members like to use the BFG 235/60-15 DR's. The problem I've encountered is finding wheels that will fit those tires into a stock fenderwell without some kind of modification. If you go to http://www.superlight-wheels.com there is a UK company that sells a 15x7 wheel with a 12mm positive offset that should do the job beautifully. Old-timers will recognize the wheel as one that used to be pretty popular on the Z. They are about $165 each new plus shipping & handling. I'm still talking with them to gather more details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mas28O Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 I just put drag radials on mine. Use a 15x8 4.5 offset and they will fit. I have stock fenderwell, and it does not rub. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD D Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 mas280 what kind of 15x8 4.5 offset wheels did you get. I have a set of 26x9.5 hoosier quick time pros I need to stuff in. I was going to get a pair of 280ZXT wheels to try, they can be mounted on 6-8" wide wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted August 25, 2003 Author Share Posted August 25, 2003 Brad, 280ZXT wheels have a '0' offset and will put your tire into the fenderwell. Also, at 6" wide, they are just barely wide enough for your application. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD D Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 true, what about 300ZX 4 lug wheels? if it is a bit off I can shave off a bit off the mounting surface or use a small spacer to go the other way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMortensen Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 If this is just for drag racing you might want to consider a steel wheel. You can get some spun steel wheels which are very light, I think you can get a 15x8 that weighs about 18 lbs, and they just weld the center wherever you need it to get your offset correct. They are also CHEAP!!! http://www.diamondracingwheels.com/DIAMONDRacingWheels/AvengerSeries.htm http://www.mrt-wheels.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=MRW&Category_Code=SW There are a lot more vendors out there, but these were the first two I found online. Its a circle track thing, so search for circle track steel wheels or something similar... Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD D Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 Thanks I was just hope'n that a pair from a junk yard would work, there is also an old Supra there with 4 lug, i wonder if that will work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mas28O Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 I used some WELD Draglite wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Phil1934 Posted August 26, 2003 Share Posted August 26, 2003 I needed some 15x8 and 13x5.5 wheels with Chevy 5 lug pattern for a street rod, so I bought a set of steel ones from an advertiser in the back of Circle Track magazine. There was also an advertiser selling aluminum versions but he did not recommend them for the street. If you want straight line, not autocross wheels, check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74_5.0L_Z Posted August 26, 2003 Share Posted August 26, 2003 If you are looking for some wheels, centerline is clearancing their discontinued inventory. The Billet scorpion look pretty good on the Z. Ihave a set of 15x8 w/5" B.s (coilovers). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsommer Posted August 26, 2003 Share Posted August 26, 2003 I'm running 225/40/17 BFG D/R's on Centerline Aztec's They grip decently but I can still spin them good with a rev and a dump of the clutch. But we wouldn't do that now would we That's how you destroy parts hehe. See my gallery for pics, every thing fits inside the wheel wheel. ds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAD D Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 My 225 BFG G-force drag radials and my RB26 don't seem to like each other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted August 28, 2003 Author Share Posted August 28, 2003 I've talked with the two mfg's of steel wheels Jon recommended. One will "tack" the center in so I can trial fit and then finish weld or adjust and finish weld after I verify. Cost of wheel is $62 for a 19 lb. 15x8 and $15 S&H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cable Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 I just put drag radials on mine. Use a 15x8 4.5 offset and they will fit. I have stock fenderwell' date=' and it does not rub. mike[/quote'] Hey Mike, are you running coilovers in the rear? What size tires are you running on the Weld Draglite 15x8's? Did you have to roll the fender lip is the front or rear? What size rim, offset, and tires are you running in the front? Thanks in advance for the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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