zhotta11

what exactly do these numbers mean and where can i find the size rims

gsl-se addict

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It means that it is a 4 lug pattern with spacing (of the lugs) of 110mm. They are very difficult to find aftermarket rims for. It is a weird pattern that pretty much only the 1st gen 7s use (there are a few exceptions). Search around on here and see what other people are using. Your choice is very limited unless you get some custom drilled rims. You can also use adapters (many people don't like them) or you can switch to GSL-SE suspension (has the more common 4x114.3 pattern). Good luck.

zhotta11

thanks alot and do u kno if the adapters are dependable like my tires just wont roll of on me lol

gsl-se addict

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The adapters can be pretty expensive for good ones. They also space the tire out around an inch, so you will have to get a wheel offset that will account for the difference. Some people use adapters without any problems, but there are many people who do not like adapters. I guess they are afraid if the adapters will be safe.

You can get wheels such as Panasports. I think Enkei has some old mesh rims in this pattern as well. You can also get the 14 inch wheels off of an 83 Limited Edition. They are a mesh type wheel. Onlyonthus on here has some, I think. He painted the center black and polished the lip. Looks real nice. I think there are several threads that talk about what fits. Check out the 1st gen FAQ and the archive. Also check the 1st gen for sale section on here. Rims that fit will pop up on there from time to time. I don't know of all the rims that work offhand. I have a GSL-SE, so I don't really have this problem.

zhotta11

lol thanks alot

Wankelguy

I might add that the 4X110mmm bolt pattern is shared by most pre-RX7 rotary cars with the exception of the RX5 Cosmo.

'83 LE wheels are great, BTW.

boriqua51371

i have size 14 mesh wheels from an 83 with sumitomos on them brand new i bought them last september and store the car in october and i just picked up some panasports so i have this ones available. mine are also paited black in the center with polished lip. if you are interseted let me know, send me a pm and we can discuss pricing.

MattG

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Here are the rims they are talking about off a 83 LE


Here is a pic of what Onlyonthurs did with with them

zhotta11

na im looking for something mor like this again.

southernrunner

I have some ultra's. Are these the style you are looking for?

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm...endid=12836150

MattG

iTrader: (2)

here are the pics of the rims josh^^ is talking about, Not really the best angle but you can get the idea.

southernrunner

Thanks Matt, I don't know how to post pics yet.

MattG

iTrader: (2)

No problem man, Hey get on AIM real quick

OnlyOnThurs

Yup yup find some 83's LEs like i did...they look damn good (personally i think they are the best looking stock rim mazda offered for the frist gen) and they fit perfectly. I hate that mazda gave us that lug pattern. SO MANY HEADACHES this lug pattern brings!

zhotta11

yea i was looking for something more like that were did u get those

OnlyOnThurs

i bought them off of a member for 250 bucks!! but they were not like that when i bought them. I had to polish the **** out of them and i painted the centers balck with some special metal spary paint that has held up EXTREMELY well (surprisingly).

Tranquil

iTrader: (1)

I still think that these were cooler. Almex made Mazda Type 3 Limited Edition Option, cooler than both the 79 LE and 83 LE and rarer, because it was a "you have to ask" dealer option, from what I've researched.

Tranquil

iTrader: (1)

I just got bored and photoshopped them on my car.

Meaningless show off post

Jesuscookies

iTrader: (1)

Old school Riken, Enkei, Hayashi, Or Epsilons are very nice if you can find them.

I have a set of Epsilons, They are very pricey, but you will find nothing nicer. Especially in a 3 piece modular racing wheel.

Modified85

Go to tirerack.com and punch in your info. I think they have 2 different choices. These rims I have are 4x110 made by ROH. If you can find a dealer they are still availiable.

fcdrifter13

The whells you posted pics of are off a Mustang turbo. The 4cyl wheels. They may be the Saleen turbo wheels to blurry to tell.

zhotta11

mustang?? would those be 4x 110 lug patten then

Hades12

Mustang is 4 x 108.

Wankelguy

No, the 4-bolt Mustang wheels are 4X108mm IIRC.

Man, I've got about 3 or 4 sets of old-school 13" 4X110mm wheels that I'd be real surprised if anyone has ever seen. I'll post a pic when I have a chance.


edit: whoops, someone beat me to it. I'm possibly the world's slowest typist.

TiViD

couldnt the spacer help with cornering a little, by making the wheelbase wider? My friend got spacers for his 280Z and I think it gives it a pretty nice stance overall.