Wheel/Tire Packages

purpleanga · Thu Aug 19, 2010 2:12 am

Hi. Anyone that has custom wheels know of any good deals on the Kizashi? I'm trying to get a wheel and tire package but there's not a lot of stuff on the kizashi out there. Thanks.

JDLKizzy · Thu Aug 19, 2010 3:47 pm

Not sure of the best wheel and tire packages but check ou tthe sx4 forum for a nice set of of RRM wheels on the kizashi:

http://www.sx4club.com/forums/showthrea ... post178197

I think the 18" tires are 235/45/18 and not sure about the wheel specs.

Hawkzilla · Thu Aug 19, 2010 5:13 pm

Go to tirerack.com you can put in your make & model and look through all the wheels & tires they have. If you buy the wheels & tires together you can call them and negotiate free shipping and maybe even a discount, plus you don't pay tax. I bought my last tires through them and got some very nice tires while saving a bundle.

Personally, I would just keep the tires on that came with the Kiz, if you got the model that comes with the 18s. I have came very close to buying some new wheels and then keeping the originals in storage to put back on when I get ready to buy a new car.

purpleanga · Thu Aug 19, 2010 6:47 pm

JDLKizzy wrote:Not sure of the best wheel and tire packages but check ou tthe sx4 forum for a nice set of of RRM wheels on the kizashi:

http://www.sx4club.com/forums/showthrea ... post178197

I think the 18" tires are 235/45/18 and not sure about the wheel specs.

Nice!!!! Those are exactly the style that I want. Now for the price.

TheHolyGhost · Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:09 pm

I think I saw them on RRM's site, can't find them now. I think they were like 200-250/wheel. Maybe they took them down though, I'm not sure.

JDLKizzy · Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:38 pm

I think these are the ones they show on the Kizashi
RR-0207 18" Wheels

Road Race is proud to introduce a new wheels to its line up. This is the ALL NEW RR-0207 WHEEL. It comes in a option of either silver with a machined face as shown in the photos or in a matte black finish. We can also powdercoat or paint to any color of you choice for an additional cost. For pricing and sizing questions please call 1-562-906-0080

SWEET!

JDLKizzy · Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:41 pm

While we're talking about wheels / tires, from those of you that have the 18" Dunlops, how would you rate them? I'm thinking that I might change them out to some Michelin's or something but maybe its not necessary. How is handling / road noise?

autopiolet · Fri Aug 20, 2010 1:30 am

There is no road noise from the 18" Dunlops. Handing is great too.

sloopercat · Sat Aug 21, 2010 2:26 pm

Stock wheels are very heavy. I saved 7# per corner, it makes a big difference in braking and ride quality. 7# per corner saving is huge, and that is not with some super expensive forged alloys. 18x8 too.

I bugged Tirerack to get some wheels listed for the car.

volunteer · Sat Aug 21, 2010 3:30 pm

JDLKizzy wrote:While we're talking about wheels / tires, from those of you that have the 18" Dunlops, how would you rate them? I'm thinking that I might change them out to some Michelin's or something but maybe its not necessary. How is handling / road noise?

Dunlops are very good for all season tires. Very little road noise and good ride for an 18" low profile tire. It is an all season tire though. A summer tire is definitely going to improve handling, but whether or not it is worth it depends on where you live and how you drive. Most drivers will never push the Dunlops to their full potential.