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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 09:10 PM
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I have a 97 formula and 99 corvette wagon wheels, do I need wheel spacers or will they fit fine? Thanks
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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Depends on the size and offset. We need more info...
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17 by 8.5 fronts 18 by 9.5 rears

They are gm wagon wheels.

My front brake set up (hubs) is ls1 style, rear brake set up (hubs) is lt1 factory stock

anything else i should mention? let me know
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 10:35 PM
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anyone, ive searched and could not find a conclusive answer
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 06:27 AM
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Serious BUMPER
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 08:49 AM
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The fronts should fit fine. The rears if they are the factory 65 mm offset will need a spacer, and most likely some BFH. 1/4" is the thickest spacer for stock lugs. with upgraded lugs can go up to 1" and the wheels should still fit.
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I guess I'm wondering now since I know others have either these wheels or similar on their cars how they did it, what did they need? what didn't they need?
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Wagon wheels? I bolted them on and went, no rubbing, no bfh.
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 03:45 PM
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Thanks Musicman, thats all I needed to know. Mods can delete this thread
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