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Old 01-28-2012, 09:58 PM
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So I got some draglites for the front, 4.5" wide I think? What tires should I get, I intend to drive approx. 2 hours one way to the track on them.

I don't want to grind my calipers down either, how large of a spacer do I need to run up front? Any recommendations?

I have thought about running a spacer in the rear also, but all the time, while using my draglites and also when using my 16" ZR1s. Is there a 3/4" or 1" spacer that would work with both? I don't like how far the wheels look tucked in.

I have already installed extended ARP studs in the back and have them sitting here for the front.

Also I want to get centercaps for these draglites, front and back are 15" wheels. I see they make different sizes, which size is right for 15s?

Thanks for all the help, want to get this all ordered and taken care of so I can hit the track while the weather is still cool.
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Did a quick search, didn't find any recommended spacers. What's the story? How about what tire I could drive on?

I know there is some draglite users on here, what can I run for a spacer, front and back, on extended ARP studs? Anybody have a link?

Will I need to grind the front calipers even with a spacer? The studs I have are 1" longer than stock I think. I know I got the shorter out of the two options on TR's website.
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get adapters, dont use standard spacers
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If I run an adapter then the extended studs are useless yes?
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Originally Posted by camar0corey
If I run an adapter then the extended studs are useless yes?
i wouldnt say useless, but its not as safe

a friend of mine had a camaro many years ago and was running longer studs with spacers...

was going around a S curve, and lost 1 of his wheels, the studs had enough stress on them they broke




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