Cheap options for 2015 SV's 17" wheels?

Hi all,

We recently traded in our 2012 for a 2015 SV and I'd like to get some cheap winter wheels for easier winter swapping.

I recall reading that for the 2012 there was a plethora of cheap winter wheel options by way of certain old 240SX models. Does anyone know if there is a similar route for the 17" wheels on the 2015 SV? Is this a common Nissan size/bolt pattern/offset?

Thanks!

I don't see any reason why you couldn't get 16" wheels for your winter set.

As for what 17" wheels fit, some people use Juke wheels. A couple of us have Infiniti G35 wheels. But not for winter. :mrgreen:

Oh, all Nissans/Infinitis with 5 lugs use the same bolt pattern. The thing to watch out for is if there is room for the front calipers, as the Leaf's front calipers are pretty large.

Ah, good points, thanks for the reply. Do you know (or have read) which donor vehicles might be an option for the 16 inch wheels?

Hmmn I wonder if a 2014 Altima would be a good donor. Found some cheap steelies on Craigslist...

For 16" wheels, take the time to read through this thread.

240SX s14 wheels work
02-06 Altima 16x6.5 wheels work

late 90's 16"x6.5", 5-spoke Maxima wheels do NOT work
6-spoke, 17"x7" 2002 Nissan Maxima wheels do NOT work
I tried a set of 16" steelies that were originally from tire rack (originally bought for a VW), and they did not have enough caliper clearance.

Just a tip- the skinnier the tire, the better the snow traction. I would try to get some 16x6.5 wheels if you can find them cheap. They will be better than 17x7 since they are narrower and will allow for a taller sidewall height (better for potholes).

kubel said:

Just a tip- the skinnier the tire, the better the snow traction. I would try to get some 16x6.5 wheels if you can find them cheap. They will be better than 17x7 since they are narrower and will allow for a taller sidewall height (better for potholes).

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What is quoted above is conventional wisdom, however, in the light of newer technology, it is now pretty evident that narrower snow tires are not always better anymore.

vwDavid said:

What is quoted above is conventional wisdom, however, in the light of newer technology, it is now pretty evident that narrower snow tires are not always better anymore.

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Wider tires will always "float" more on snow than their narrower equals. Are there winter conditions other than snow where wider winter tires make more sense? Yes, absolutely.

Now I'm kind of kicking myself for getting rid of my 17" 04 Maxima SL wheels a few years ago... oh well. Not sure they would fit anyway.

Trying to find a set of stock 240sx wheels here in Denver, but so far no luck.

Thanks!

Juke wheels work.

http://denver.craigslist.org/wto/5280550692.html

You might have an easier time finding 2002-2006 6-spoke Altima wheels.
It was a very popular vehicle. Try calling your local junk yards.
Here are mine with snow tires mounted:

garsh said:

You might have an easier time finding 2002-2006 6-spoke Altima wheels.
It was a very popular vehicle. Try calling your local junk yards.
Here are mine with snow tires mounted:

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Thanks. Any idea if 2014 Altima 16 inch steelies would work?

No. I think you just need to test-fit them.

When I was looking for wheels, I made a cardboard jig to mimic the cross-section of the hub & brake caliper. Then I just plugged my jig into the back of a wheel to see if the "caliper" touched the wheel spokes.

TireRack.com - you can get tire wheel packages.

I bought Michelin winter for the stock steel wheels and may have a slightly used, about 9000 miles set of tires for sale. If I have enough to do a 17" alum w/tire package in the spring.

They even recommend installers which most give you free tire rotation.

Thanks all.

I did manage to find a set of after market 17's that came off a 2002 Altima. If they fit the Altima, is it likely that they'll fit the LEAF too? Ie, enough caliper clearance etc, around the same as OEM which has been confirmed to fit the LEAF?

Thanks again.

BoulderLeaf said:

I did manage to find a set of after market 17's that came off a 2002 Altima. If they fit the Altima, is it likely that they'll fit the LEAF too?

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So, that would be this wheel, correct?


The Altima has smaller calipers than the Leaf. I don't think that you can assume it will work.
I don't recall anybody trying those particular wheels. Try putting it on the front of your Leaf and see if it works.
The 16" Altima wheels that I bought would *just* *barely* clear the Leaf front caliper. There was less than 1/8" of clearance.