KBOBOZ71

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im looking to buy a set of draglites for the rear of my car, i have an 02 camaro. ive heard 7.5" backspacing is the way to go, but i havnt found any used ones on here. i have found a couple that have 6.5" backspacing and i was wondering if that would work on my car? i will be running 28x10.5 et drags, and will be cutting the fenders so they will clear. all info is appreciated.

Ego Killer

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I would wait till found some 7.5 I just put some 7.5's on my TransAm and they fit nice and flush with the fenders. on a camaro they "might" stick out a little. and I bet the 6.5's will stick out. and if you are running a 28x10.5 your 1/4 pannels will be all over the tires when you take off.

KBOBOZ71

iTrader: (36)

ok, what about an 8" wheel? would that work good for my setup with the et drags? my car is an m6. im just looking for a good contact patch on the launch.

Ego Killer

iTrader: (147)

8" with a 5.5 backspace will work fine I used to run those with a 26x10 m/t drag untill I stepped up to the 10's

KBOBOZ71

iTrader: (36)

if i go with the 8" wheel how will that affect the 28x10.5 slick? is that gonna make it a little narrower? and would the 5.5" backspace be enough to fit without sticking out?

Z28/2002

iTrader: (27)

I've got 27x10.5 Hoosier QTPs on my 15x8s on the CETA. When you start getting into the 28s and up you'll have to trim the bumper

KBOBOZ71

iTrader: (36)

well i think im pretty much stuck with getting a 15x10. and i plan on rolling the fender and doing minor cutting to make the 28x10.5 et drags work, but my main question is if i use the 6.5" backspacing will they stick out too much for the 28" slick when i launch and get them all up in the lip of the fender well.

tektrans

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I used 6.5" bs for years with 28" slicks. No problem at all.
Mark

Ego Killer

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I just know how mine looks with the 7.5's and another 1" out would look like crap IMO. if you already have the 6.5's then try if ifnot do your self a favor and get the right ones.