I was wondering what would be the best wheels I can get for my 08 sedan(black). I would 'prefer' to stick with 18" wheels but would be ok with 19's. The ones that I like as of now are-

1. 19" INFINITI M45 Sport
2. 10 Spoke 19" G37 Sport

Also, if possible, include a list of all the other accessories/ setup that needs to be implemented to make the transformation from the stock wheels to the new wheels and a brief note on any disdvantages(egs: TPMS wont work..)

Please feel free to add on to this list... a picture will never hurt!

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PS: Theme I'm looking for Sporty but classy..

 

The G37 Sport rims won't really be a good option being that it is staggered. The non sport G37 rims would be a better choice for you since they are not staggered.

 

i like the g37 wheel more than the m45 wheel

 

Yeah, thats right, the g37 sport is stagg'd... and i know that thats a potential problem..
but can someone explain why stag'd configs dont work on the AWD models?

 

They do work, especially on cars like ours that is RWD biased with AWD, but It's not recommended due to the varying weight and diameter of the wheels possibly throwing off the AWD.

 

Or you could get 4 front G37 wheels...

 

Indeed... but Im pretty sure its hard to find... i got to be lucky Or rich.... Let me know if you know where I can find such a deal, I'm interested..

 

Are the G37 wheels staggered or are they the same but the tire size is different? just get 4 fronts or get them without tires and then get your own.

 

vizkid, the non sport 37 rims look identical to the sport ones. Why not just go with those? --- edit nevermind they look different
lol

 

One quick q... mine being an AWD, will a 19 inch wheel have an adverse impact on the car? or in other words, will my car's AWD system still work normally? Ive heard that you can screw up the AWD if the diameter changes... is this true.. Also, does anybody with an XS have a 19 incher setup?

Now, I might want to drop a little later, but until that happens, Im wondering if i need spacers at all...

 

Most of the high end wheel shops here in Philly and the particularly one that has a contract with F.C. Kerbeck (who sell bentleys, lambos..etc) told me that staggered set up will work if the all four tires have the same height (OD) and circumference. The system has no way of knowing how wide the tires are, but it sure does can detect if RPM's on front and back are not the same. Therefore, the best tire set up for our XS would be 245/35/20-front and 285/30/20 back. Identical OD (height)...

 

I would stick with the 18" OEM rims that come on the car. They look fine.

 

Go buy a standard set, and look for someone who wants to trade his fronts for your rears. e.g. someone who wants to use 4 rears for track wheels

 

What's this?? The official newbie thread?? LOL.

Not trying to be jerk, but SEARCH brothers and sisters SEARCH!!

 

Check these M45 19's out. I just bought a set of these yesterday.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MEBI:IT&ih=003