M35's Wheels. What Wheels Do You Like On Your M35?

[ironpaw]

I'm getting tyres fitted Saturday. I'm looking at a 245/45-18 as there is a greater choice in that size. Also thinking of a 235/45-18 to get a little stretch to help clear the guards. Not that big of a choice in that size either. I like the fact the 245/45-18 is a little taller than stock to help correct the spedo a little. I'm assuming all m35's read higher than actual speed. Just hope they don't hit the guards on bumps or steering lock.

I'm looking at nexen n1000, anyone had any experience with these?

Are nexens that much cheaper then say, KU31's? You should be able to get KU31's in that size for around 180-200 per corner...surely they're better then nexens?

[slippylotion]

I wanted Ku31's as I run them on my 180sx and know how good they are. Shops here wanted over $300 a corner for them

We tend to get touched up over here!!!

[bigkevracer]

Thats stupid. If you want ku31s, isn't there a sponsor on here that does them?

Otherwise call sa motorsport tyres, www.samotorsporttyres.com.au, and tell mark I sent you.

[slippylotion]

What brands do SAMotorsport tyres sell?

[ironpaw]

Check the recipe thread. I posted an eBay link of tempe tyres selling ku31s in that size for $180 delivered Australia wide...

Edited September 7, 2011 by ironpaw

[slippylotion]

I contacted them on Ebay and they don't have 245/45-18 in stock.

[jidge]

Agreed!

I ran AR-X 18x8 +40, but when I went to V35 18x8 +30; looks so much better! Consider +30 the absolute minimum; then get a little braver.

Also make sure you don't go too small on rolling dia, even 20's can get swallowed up in those big wheelarches if you go too low a profile.

ARX Rims are 7.5 wide, but I agree 8" wide +30 would fill the guards nicely.

[Daleo]

ARX Rims are 7.5 wide, but I agree 8" wide +30 would fill the guards nicely.

Hmmm, I'm sure they're 18x8"; I never measured them though.

My 350GT rims are 18x8" and the tyres were stripped from the AR-X rims & fitted to the 350GT rims; fitted exactly the same.

Same sidewall angle; everything.

Edited September 7, 2011 by Daleo

[zei20l]

ARX Rims are 7.5 wide

correct, and the 17" RS/RX are 17x7"

[bigkevracer]

What brands do SAMotorsport tyres sell?

Check out their web site. They can get just about anything, but bread and butter is federal, hankook and silverstones.

I dont understand why people buy nice new wheels and put shitty nexen/nankang/generic crap on them. Grip ftw!

[slippylotion]

Ok so far the best price I can find is $266 each for a ku31 in a 245/45-18.

[Daleo]

Ok so far the best price I can find is $266 each for a ku31 in a 245/45-18.

That sounds about what I paid for mine in the same size.

[Jetwreck]

Ok so far the best price I can find is $266 each for a ku31 in a 245/45-18.

are these better or worse....Please note that they are 19's

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchResults.jsp?width=245%2F&ratio=45&diameter=19&manufacturer=Kumho&startIndex=0&search=true&pagelen=20&pagenum=1&pagemark=1&x=20&y=15

My preference is to go for these this time around though!

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Continental&tireModel=ExtremeContact+DWS&partnum=445YR9ECDWS&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes

anything is better than the shit I had on there!

[jasevr4]

I'm looking at 245/40-19's.. Kuhmo KU31 for $205 a corner or Yokohama EP400 for $230.

Paul, I really don't know my tyres but how about Kuhmo KU19's? http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/18INCH-245-45-18-kumho-ku-19-100y-/130572666135?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e66bcc517

[slippylotion]

Where are you finding the ku31 so cheap?

I have no experience with the ku19. The 31 is the only kumho I've used.

Edited September 8, 2011 by slippylotion

[slippylotion]

are these better or worse....Please note that they are 19's

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchResults.jsp?width=245%2F&ratio=45&diameter=19&manufacturer=Kumho&startIndex=0&search=true&pagelen=20&pagenum=1&pagemark=1&x=20&y=15

My preference is to go for these this time around though!

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Continental&tireModel=ExtremeContact+DWS&partnum=445YR9ECDWS&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes

anything is better than the shit I had on there!

I'm really happy with the ku31 on my 180sx. Im not sure how quiet they are though as the car is quite loud.

I think I'll just hunt around for the cheapest price on a ku31.

[ironpaw]

are these better or worse....Please note that they are 19's

http://www.tirerack....ark=1&x=20&y=15

My preference is to go for these this time around though!

http://www.tirerack....romCompare1=yes

anything is better than the shit I had on there!

They are the same (KU31). Nice price for 19's, shipping does kill the savings a little though....

[jasevr4]

Where are you finding the ku31 so cheap?

On eBay but they only have 19". I think these guys just bring in a container load of two or three sizes..

[jasevr4]

R35 GTR Wheels anyone?

(Beware of the rice/music..)

Edited September 8, 2011 by jasevr4

[PN-Mad]

are these better or worse....Please note that they are 19's

http://www.tirerack....ark=1&x=20&y=15

My preference is to go for these this time around though!

http://www.tirerack....romCompare1=yes

anything is better than the shit I had on there!

WTF Craig? Planning a move to Canada in Winter? Those are SNOW Tyres!!!!

I have the Extreme Contact DW...

For anyone considering tirerack - My shipping was $270 shipped to my door. 4x 19" tyres. Sure is a great service.

Oh and KU31 > KU19.

KU19 comes as OEM on korean shit cars...