WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 - Page 9 - 3000GT/Stealth International Message Center

1looped · 11-27-2005, 08:26 AM

Forgive me if this info is already on here, i did do a few searches. I hope they fit - the price is right - also, does anyone have any info on this brand?

BRAND: SPORT MAX Racing 050

Finish: Anodized Bronze

Size: 17X9.0 21.2 lbs ea +/- 0.5 lbs

Bolt Pattern: 5 X 100 and 5 X 114.3 (4.5")

Offset: +38mm

Thanks and I appreciate the help,
Jeff

1looped · 11-30-2005, 05:00 PM

anyone??????

tfw a-ok · 12-01-2005, 08:24 AM

Looks to me like a 38mm offset might work but could be close if the wheel is not designed for a high pad. A 35mm offset in a 17x9 is a good bet.

just my .02

bluemax_1 · 12-02-2005, 07:26 PM

Since I haven't seen anyone confirm them, I will confirm that Volk TE37 18x9.5 +35mm WILL fit a stock 2G VR4. 265/35/18 tires no problem. 275/35/18's should be usable as long as the section width is 10.9" or less.

These wheels fit without spacers and clearance from the stock 2g TT brakes is huge. From the stock 17" chromies, there's maybe a 3mm gap, from the TE37's it's about 20mm.

Clearance from the stock suspension to the rim edge of these wheels feels like it's 1-2mm MORE than clearance from the stock suspension to the rim edge of the stock 17" chromies. Didn't really measure this, I just felt how far the rim edge was from the strut with my finger and compared how much space there was after taking off the stockers and putting on the TE37's.

That said, they DO obviously stick out more than stock, but it's not bad. Nothing a little added negative camber can't take care of. Saleen replicas stick out about 5mm more than these.

Max

dtc2002 · 12-10-2005, 10:39 AM

Does anyone know if a set of 5zigen FN01R-C 17x8 fronts and 17x9 backs will fit with an offset of 35 on a 1st gen VR-4? (or what spacer I would need to use to make them work)

tripledark · 01-10-2006, 06:44 AM

i need a lightweight 19 inch rim. any suggestions besides tire rack?

tfw a-ok · 01-10-2006, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tripledark

i need a lightweight 19 inch rim. any suggestions besides tire rack?

Got any money? How do you like the Volks I'm wearing???

You can get them at Wheels Express but they are pricey.

tripledark · 01-10-2006, 02:31 PM

how much? any damage?

Joel_CA · 01-13-2006, 11:07 AM

Axis Hiro 18x8.5 (offset 35) will fit and clear Gen1 Calipers by 1/4" without spacers and sit flush against the fenders.

I took another picture to give you an idea of what kind of clearance is available. As you see, the further away from the center of the hub the caliper is, the more clearance is available. With the larger diameter rotors of the later Gen VR4's, the caliper is placed further from center. The further away, the more clearance allowed. At the closest point, there's must a shade over 1/4" available.

Joel, CA

ely · 02-23-2006, 03:45 AM

how much ?

11-30-2005, 05:00 PM	#82 (permalink)
1looped Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Havelock, NC Drives: 96 vr4 - 99 conv Trader Rating: (3)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 anyone??????

12-01-2005, 08:24 AM	#83 (permalink)
tfw a-ok Sleeper VR-4 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: New York Drives: Benz, 1996 VR4 Trader Rating: (22)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 Looks to me like a 38mm offset might work but could be close if the wheel is not designed for a high pad. A 35mm offset in a 17x9 is a good bet. just my .02 __________________

12-02-2005, 07:26 PM	#84 (permalink)
bluemax_1 July 2003 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: MI Drives: '94 VR-4 Trader Rating: (16)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 Since I haven't seen anyone confirm them, I will confirm that Volk TE37 18x9.5 +35mm WILL fit a stock 2G VR4. 265/35/18 tires no problem. 275/35/18's should be usable as long as the section width is 10.9" or less. These wheels fit without spacers and clearance from the stock 2g TT brakes is huge. From the stock 17" chromies, there's maybe a 3mm gap, from the TE37's it's about 20mm. Clearance from the stock suspension to the rim edge of these wheels feels like it's 1-2mm MORE than clearance from the stock suspension to the rim edge of the stock 17" chromies. Didn't really measure this, I just felt how far the rim edge was from the strut with my finger and compared how much space there was after taking off the stockers and putting on the TE37's. That said, they DO obviously stick out more than stock, but it's not bad. Nothing a little added negative camber can't take care of. Saleen replicas stick out about 5mm more than these. Max __________________ 1994 3000GT VR-4. Hobbies... what are hobbies? Oh, those things people do when they're NOT working on their cars?

12-10-2005, 10:39 AM	#85 (permalink)
dtc2002 Forum Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Fort Thomas Kentucky Drives: White 1993 VR-4 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 Does anyone know if a set of 5zigen FN01R-C 17x8 fronts and 17x9 backs will fit with an offset of 35 on a 1st gen VR-4? (or what spacer I would need to use to make them work)

01-10-2006, 06:44 AM	#86 (permalink)
tripledark Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: blackwood, nj Trader Rating: (1)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 i need a lightweight 19 inch rim. any suggestions besides tire rack? __________________ Driving same VR-4 for 16 years @ 170,100 miles on original engine. Mods: Custom Cat back exhaust, MBC set at 16psi(9B'S), stillen air kit. walbro 341l fuel pump, eibach springs, 19x9'' Gewalt triple black rims. 265/30 Dunlop SP9000(STOLEN).Kosei k3 rims now, 255/40 x 18x8.5 bridgestone potenzas, ceramic brake pads, Greddy BOV, maaco paint job, removed active aero, ecs, rear seats and seatbelts.

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01-10-2006, 02:31 PM	#88 (permalink)
tripledark Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: blackwood, nj Trader Rating: (1)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 how much? any damage?

01-13-2006, 11:07 AM	#89 (permalink)
Joel_CA Mitsubishi Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: NorCal / Sac Drives: 2 Pearly Whites Trader Rating: (1)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 Axis Hiro 18x8.5 (offset 35) will fit and clear Gen1 Calipers by 1/4" without spacers and sit flush against the fenders. I took another picture to give you an idea of what kind of clearance is available. As you see, the further away from the center of the hub the caliper is, the more clearance is available. With the larger diameter rotors of the later Gen VR4's, the caliper is placed further from center. The further away, the more clearance allowed. At the closest point, there's must a shade over 1/4" available. Joel, CA __________________ 1992 3000GT VR4 (tastefully modified) & 1996 STEALTH RT/TT #47 (restoration work in progress) Last edited by Joel_CA : 01-14-2006 at 07:11 PM.

02-23-2006, 03:45 AM	#90 (permalink)
ely Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Romania Drives: 95 Stealth R/T TT Trader Rating: (2)	Re: WHEEL LIST - Rims that WILL fit a TT/VR-4 how much ?