rim size

omega · Sep 25th, 2002, 01:23 PM

I've thinking of getting some 18x7.5 Konig Rated R's anybody have a good suggestion about tire size and make I should stick on there, will I have a problem with this size? I can get rims at near cost so I can choose another size if that works better

shane · Sep 25th, 2002, 02:07 PM

On a 7.5" wheel, you'll want at least 215 series tires, if not 225. I'd say go with a 7" wheel instead so you can put a 205 series tire on without any issues.

omega · Sep 25th, 2002, 02:13 PM

I'm not sure that the rated r 18's come in anything lower then a 7.5, I'm thinking the tires are where I'm gonna run into the money

samo · Sep 25th, 2002, 02:34 PM

I strongly recommend picking up a set of Kumhos. They are excellent tires for the price. I have a set on my 15s, and they're incredibly grippy both dry and wet.

shane · Sep 25th, 2002, 03:01 PM

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Originally posted by samo
I strongly recommend picking up a set of Kumhos. They are excellent tires for the price. I have a set on my 15s, and they're incredibly grippy both dry and wet.

I agree!

Matt4Nissan · Oct 5th, 2002, 09:49 AM

215/35/18, anything bigger you will have to start cutting. I've ran 225/40/18's on my car, not only did they look like crap I had to modify a few things to get them on there. The upside to that is, if you can fit 225/40/18's you can fit 215/35/19's on there!

clayk16 · Oct 12th, 2002, 02:51 PM

well I have 215 35r 18 nitto nt150s and im lowered 2.5 inches so you should be fine

200SushiX · Oct 23rd, 2002, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by omega
I've thinking of getting some 18x7.5 Konig Rated R's anybody have a good suggestion about tire size and make I should stick on there, will I have a problem with this size? I can get rims at near cost so I can choose another size if that works better

You're crazy, man, especially with a "plain-jane" GA16. I've
got Rota Slipstreams on mine, (15X6.5), and that size is
MOST phat and massive, at least on an econo-car. Don't
get 18's; if you're thinking "wider is better", get a set of
Volk TE-37's at 15X8.0. Those would be "fat as shit", and
probably "a'hell'ava" lot lighter then Konig 18X7.5's.
What's the weight on those, anyway?

Matt4Nissan · Oct 23rd, 2002, 08:50 AM

You can't exactly use the term Massive when referring to a 15" wheel. They're tiny. When I had my 15's on it looked like 13's. Even looking back at the pictures it looks pathetic IMHO. I've seen some nice 16's on B14's that don't look too bad. But if you want big then there's really no other option then 18's. Tire prices have gone down over the years and you can get 18" wheels for good prices if you shop around. GO BIG! Nothing beats the looks you get when rolling on some nice big wheels. Believe me I know I'm on my 10th set of wheels.

Sentra GTR-1 · Oct 23rd, 2002, 03:54 PM

shessshhh......what ever happened to 17's these days?.....thats what I got and there the perfect blend of not to big and not too small. Just my opinion.....but hey if you can make 18's fit go for it!
Peace!

Matt4Nissan · Oct 23rd, 2002, 04:08 PM

I agree that 17's look really nice on a classic, but I believe it's a B14 that's in question

OPIUM · Oct 23rd, 2002, 04:24 PM

15's are purposeful. Not only for looks, but for more function than fashion. Fashion takes a back seat in my life.

200SushiX · Oct 23rd, 2002, 04:38 PM

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Originally posted by OPIUM3
15's are purposeful. Not only for looks, but for more function than fashion. Fashion takes a back seat in my life.

I agree....Also, I forgot to mention that the 15X6.5 Rotas are
lighter than the 14X5.5 "steelies". Whatever you do, get
"lighter than stock" rims, regardless of which size you decide on.
Unless you want "show only", because with that slug of an
engine, you will feel REALLY "sluggish" with heavier wheels.

phil_minchoff · Nov 5th, 2002, 11:35 PM

i'd have to go with sentra-gtr1 on this. i never even though you could fit 18's on that sentra. i'm more than happy with my 17's on my B13. when you get up there, you're really starting to talk about sacraficing a lot of ride quality. Plus you run the risk of your car looking like some sort of carnival ride. But if you do, and you're talking tires, in my opinion, you can't go wrong with Falken, especially the Azeni's. They're sweet.

AVERAGE · Nov 7th, 2002, 12:06 AM

well i seem to be the little guy on this thread because i have a b12 with 16s on it and they are fine with no problems. id have to agree with everyone on the kumhos. they are great tires. sad tosay though i ruined my front set and had to get2 fast and found some bs remingtons for 40 a piece at JFT. and ive been haiting life ever since. u want the best for ur money , but dont go too cheap or u will slide into parking spots like i do lol