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Old 03-09-2016, 09:52 PM
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Always thought the stock rear wheels look like they sit in too far, anybody ever put wheel adapters on to sit them out a little bit? If so any pics?
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i put 1" hub-centric spacers on mine. let me see if i can dig up a picture.

the outer edge of the rear wheel is flush with the outer edge of the fender.
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Originally Posted by bleepster
i put 1" hub-centric spacers on mine. let me see if i can dig up a picture.

the outer edge of the rear wheel is flush with the outer edge of the fender.
That's what I'm looking for
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here are some pics - not directly from the rear. if needed i can snap one this weekend. i hope these help:










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I call it the F-body Muffintop. Wide upper part of the body but narrow stance.

I ran 1/2" Blainefab spacers w/ ARP studs on all four corners with my wheels. Essentially put it at a +35 offset on 9.5" wheels. I had to roll the rear quarter panels after I installed subframe connectors, the chassis stopped flexing and so it would cut into the sidewall a little going into steep driveways.



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To those who've used wheel spacers on the rear only: Have you noticed any difference in handling with your wheel spacers?

I sort of prefer having my wheels slightly inside of the fenders to (slightly) reduce road splatter on the sides of my car, but I'd also welcome greater stability and a more "on-rails" feeling in turns.
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i have not noticed anything. other than appearance.



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