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Old 05-04-2011, 06:04 PM
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Just ordered the rears for my Trans AM. Looking to order the fronts next week. The car has Aerospace breaks front and rear. What front spacing do I need to go with? I was thinking 15x4 with the 1.5bs....
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15x4 with 1.5" backspace is what is needed for stock LS1 brakes..if the Aerospace brakes are smaller than stock LS1 calipers you might be able to get away with 1.75 backspace.
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so the 1.5bs are safe you think??
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Yes 1.5" is your safest bet.
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Ive heard the backspacing on these wheels is wierd, like they stick out a little too much. Is there any truth to this or do they tuck in good?
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Ive heard the backspacing on these wheels is wierd, like they stick out a little too much. Is there any truth to this or do they tuck in good?
My car with 1.5" backspace looked fine, as well as others who have them.

1.75" backspace is standard for Prostars/Draglites which require a spacer..which usually puts them at about 1.5" anyways.
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