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84-86 300zxt 11.4" rear rotor prices

April 11, 2003 by Guycali
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If you're thinking about a rear brake 5-lug conversion, I'd assume you want new rotors to go with the new pads right? Here's a quote from RaceShopper.com for the powerslot rear rotors if you're interested. Still trying to find other places that carry 84-89 300zx slotted rotors... Hi Wilbur, Thanks for the interest! 1984-1986 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 32-2555 (Rear) - These are Solid Rotors - 11.4" diam. $145.37 /pair. For ordering, or for more information, you can reach me directly at: 800-733-8380. Best Regards, Edwin Robinson. http://www.RaceShopper.com 1-800-733-8380 Fo non-slotted rear rotors, I found prices ranging from $30-$42/ea based on the Nissan part number …

Last reply by Guycali, April 11, 2003
Minilite wheels

April 8, 2003 by tanny
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I had some new tires put on my Minilite wheels yesterday and the tire store manager could not locate the right valve stems. Apparently the casting where the valve fits is quite thick, and the standard rubber or steel valves will not fit properly. So at the moment, the only thing holding the valve stems in place is air pressure. I plan on contacting the Minilite dealer in the US or the manufacturer in England today, but has anyone had this experience or have any ideas on where to locate the proper valve stem? Thanks, Victor.

Last reply by Dave Sommers, April 8, 2003
tyre scrub

April 7, 2003 by Gee
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I just bought 215/65 R14 tyres for my zed and the bloody things rub on the front guards when I turn right..but not when I turn left. I just had the front end re-bushed...could that have put the suspension geometry out of whack, causing one to rub and not the other? Are these tyres meant to be too big for a z? I wish these places would just CHECK that everything operates as it should BEFORE they take ur money . I can feel a fight on my hands....

Last reply by g260, April 7, 2003
phat wheels help :) ?

April 2, 2003 by ritual_funk
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I want a reasonable budget alternative to wanatabes wheels. EG Wheels with a low "et" IÂ´ve heard about bbs, slot mags, wolfrace, compomotive ... etc.. What I wonder is what size wheels and rims i need to get the look the car has on the pic submitted in this msg. So if youÂ´ve experience in fitting "phat" wheels on your 240z, pls answer back / Sincerely / L

Last reply by Alfadog, April 3, 2003
240z - 17" ?????

April 2, 2003 by ritual_funk
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I was wondering if a standard 240z can take 17*7,5/8 225,40/45 size wheels ?

Last reply by 240ZX, April 2, 2003
15' in ARE WHEELS LIKE NEW

March 28, 2003 by lan240
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Thought someone could use these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2409155577&category=33748

Last reply by Mudge, March 28, 2003
Why Toyota Four Runner Brakes? 1 2

March 21, 2003 by MDyer
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What are the benefits of the 4-Runner brakes? Lot's of people have used them, but are they using them primarily for racing?, availability of parts?, safer?

Last reply by texasz, March 27, 2003
Traction 1 2

March 25, 2003 by That Ozzy Guy
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I've noticed that Z's don't have much clearance in the rear for wide tyres. Maximum looks like 215's. Does this sound right? How do people overcome traction problems with high power Z's without chopping the chassis? Cheers

Last reply by zed240au, March 27, 2003
Panasport rims 1 2

March 14, 2003 by bigd652
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Can somebody please tell me the best place to get these rims in the states? And about how much they are if any one in the states has bought them? Looking for 15x7 I think... Are the rims that are on a 76z 14x6 or 14x7?... The tire size on my z now is 205/70/R14.......

Last reply by Leeroy, March 19, 2003
What are the widest tyres for these rims??

March 9, 2003 by 24OZ
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Hi all, I have a set of 70's slotmags and stamped on them are these numbers 6.50 x 14 x 0.355 OUT. I am assuming 6.50 is the width of the rim in inches, 14 is the diameter of the rim in inches and I do not know what 0.355 out means?? Anyone know? If a set of 225/60/14 tyres can fit on a rim which is 6 inches wide then whats the maximum tyre width I can go for?? Also bearing in mind that I have the normal 240Z fenders with no extensions. Thanks..

Last reply by Mudge, March 17, 2003
Nipple

March 11, 2003 by frankensteinZ
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Does anyone know where I can find the right rear nipple bleeder for a datsun 240z, without having to buy the whole cylinder. One of the previous owners broke mine off. I am betting thats where all the air is in my lines, and the reason for me having to pump my brakes. Let me know Frankenstein Z

Last reply by Mudge, March 17, 2003
Wheel Specifications

March 15, 2003 by Alfadog
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Now, there are a whole lot of numbers on a wheel which mean different things - most of which I know already but there is a certain part of the specification that I don't understand. Hopefully one of you can help explaining this to me, and possibly some others here too. Each wheel has the following dimensions (please say if there are others too!): Stud number and pattern (e.g. 4/114.3) Diameter (e.g. 15") Width (e.g. 6") Offset (e.g. 25 degrees) What exactly is the "offset"? Why do different cars need different offsets? Do you need a different offset if you go for a wider or larger wheel? I'm just a little confused... Thank you

Last reply by Graeme Suckling, March 15, 2003