Looking For 4 Stud Rims

[OoskylineoO]

looking to buy some new rims and found that my r33 s2 NON TURBO gts-4 uses 4 stud rims and turbo models use 5 stud..is this correct?

well ive been searching around and not easy to find 4 stud rims that use 235/45/17 tyres and abit frustrated. there r 17'' 4 stud rims but uses 205/40/17 from 4cly cars etc and seem abit small for me and less grip? so wondering does any1 around here have a set of 17'' 4stud rims that may fit 235/40/17 on onto my r33 or close 2 it that will sell?

thanks for any help

[adam-__-]

I think you'll have a better chance of finding nice/good 4 stud rims on nissansilvia.com because they've got more cars which use 4 studs (S13's, 180sx etc).

And it's pretty hard to find nice 4 stud wheels. Good luck with your search.

[OoskylineoO]

o ok thanks. s13s 180s etc there 4stud rims will fit my r33 right?

[adam-__-]

I think it will. If your stud pattern is something like 4x114.3 or something it should fit.

[OoskylineoO]

sorry im abit newbie with wheels but wen you say 4x114.3, does that mean 114.3mm between each stud?

[retox]

yeah, thats the stud pattern.

R31 Skylines, S13's 180sx's all had that pattern.

I dont think there is much on www.r31skylineclub.com at the moment.... if I see some, I will link you up

[OoskylineoO]

thanks! another newbie question..whats it mean by 17x9 + 32 and etc?

[retox]

the wheel is 17 inches in diametre, is 9 inches wide, and has an offset of +32

if you want the definition of offset, use google... I know what it is, but cant really explain it

Edited August 11, 2007 by retox

[adam-__-]

Yeah, pretty much everything retox has said is correct.

[adam-__-]

Oh one more thing. Do your research with offsets before purchasing wheels. Usually the lower the offset, the more the wheels would stick out of your guards. I think just learn abit more about wheels in general and you'll understand what offsets you want/need.

[OoskylineoO]

thanks, atm im using 235/45/17 tyres and need advice on what size rim is suitable. 17x8? 17x9?

also i am unsure of what my stud pattern is. Since being a nonturbo s2r33 its a 4stud and i THINK i read somewhere its 4x114.3? not sure

some1 correct me lol

Edited August 12, 2007 by OoskylineoO

[B. J.]

Yes, you are correct! Skyline 'PCD' or stud pattern is 4x114.3 or 5x114.3, I'm not sure of the offset values for the 32's or 33's but I assume they would be simlar to the 31, however you'll have to allow for brake caliper clearance and clearance of the strut. They are the main issues when trying to find 4x114.3 rims.

Like the others have said, it is hard to find that style rims. Workout what offset is ideal (for the R31 its +10 to +30 7 to 9" rims)

Depending on what sizes you want, you'll have to work it out. Anything about +35 is going to give you issues clearing the struts.

The offset of a wheel is the distance from the mounting surface of the wheel to the true centerline of the rim. The offset can be one of three types.

Zero Offset

The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.

Positive

The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front wheel drive cars and newer rear drive cars. A positive offset means the mounting surface of the wheel is positioned in front of the true centerline of the rim / tyre assembly. This in effect brings the tyre further into the tyre well.

Negative

The hub mounting surface is toward the back or brake side of the wheels centerline. "Deep dish" wheels are typically a negative offset. a negative offset means the mounting surface of the wheel is behind the true centerline of the rim / tire assembly. This will cause the tire to stick out away from the vehicle.

Like others have said nissansilvia & other silvia or Toyota sites are good, as they share the same stud patterns. if you have a good amount of money to spend you could always look at importing something from japan, as there are some amazing rims at decent prices.

[NISZILA]

I'm selling my 17's atm with 235x45R17 rubber. Check out the link in my sig. I'm in WA though, so probably not going to help you.

[Chi100188]

hmmm 4 stud rims arn't that hard to find...i mean you can get 4 stud Nismo LM4's i think thats waht they're called and works meisters...in 17 inches or so the question is are u wiling to pay the price but yeah go on nissan silvia there is some one there selling rims especially 4 studd ones for cheap well reasonable prices hope that helps

Cheers

Chi

[adam-__-]

hmmm 4 stud rims arn't that hard to find...i mean you can get 4 stud Nismo LM4's i think thats waht they're called and works meisters...in 17 inches or so the question is are u wiling to pay the price but yeah go on nissan silvia there is some one there selling rims especially 4 studd ones for cheap well reasonable prices hope that helps

Cheers

Chi

Yeah, it's not all that difficult to find 4 stud rims. It's just hard finding ones with good offsets and a good/affordable price.

[OoskylineoO]

what would fit 235/45/17 tyres? 17x8 or 17x9?

[Wink]

what would fit 235/45/17 tyres? 17x8 or 17x9?

A 235/45 tyre would fit both 17x8 and 17x9

[n15m0]

Another thing to consider is possibly converting ur 4 stud to 5 stud. Its a worthwhile investment and will open up a whole lot of possibilities in terms of wheel choices. 4 stud wheels are out there but to find a set with the right offsets and at an affordable price is gonna be pretty hard.

[adam-__-]

Yeah it cost about $1000 for the parts and I think it was installation as well? for the 5stud and bigger brakes. I think it'll be a good upgrade if you can't find any good rims. Not only do you get 5 studs, but you also get bigger/better brakes.

[OoskylineoO]

o oright ill think about that but atm i got another question lol, so 235/45 tyres would fit on both 17x8 and 17x9 rims, since i have a gts-4, if i had 17x8 rims on the front and 17x9 BUT i put 235/45 tyres on ALL the rims would that still affect my ATTESSA????

would 17x7 rims rim seem abit umm..thin?? on an r33 lol

Edited August 14, 2007 by OoskylineoO