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06-04-2006, 10:02 PM
#523
Originally Posted by F-117HWK
I dont know if this has been answered, so let me know if it has and where to find it but I have a '99 T/A with the stock 16" wheels and 245 rubber and am looking to purchase the Torq Thrust II's 17x9 for the front and 17x11 for the back with plans to put 275's on the front and 315's out back...what fit modifications will need to be done to ensure no rubbing/hitting problems? Any info will be greatly appreciated, Thanks.
Also I read that tire height differences will disable ABS on f-body's...Will the proposed setup make this happen? (Im planning on using the Eagle F1 DS-G3's)
Also I read that tire height differences will disable ABS on f-body's...Will the proposed setup make this happen? (Im planning on using the Eagle F1 DS-G3's)
06-04-2006, 10:03 PM
#524
Originally Posted by monkeysl
looking at purchasing some black z06 motorsports wheels. 18x10.5 in the rear, is it possible to fit a 315 or will i have to go with a 295? and what offset is recommended
06-04-2006, 10:11 PM
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06-07-2006, 01:01 AM
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C6 replica's
18x10.5's +56 out back 7.94" backspacing
18x9.5's +56 for the front 7.45" backspacing
I don't mind using the BFH
Does the backspacing matter since we know the offset?
This is all hypothetical since i don't have an f body again, yet.
Wheels confuse me.
18x10.5's +56 out back 7.94" backspacing
18x9.5's +56 for the front 7.45" backspacing
I don't mind using the BFH
Does the backspacing matter since we know the offset?
This is all hypothetical since i don't have an f body again, yet.
Wheels confuse me.
06-07-2006, 06:45 AM
#529
Originally Posted by BlueSix
C6 replica's
18x10.5's +56 out back 7.94" backspacing
18x9.5's +56 for the front 7.45" backspacing
I don't mind using the BFH
Does the backspacing matter since we know the offset?
This is all hypothetical since i don't have an f body again, yet.
Wheels confuse me.
18x10.5's +56 out back 7.94" backspacing
18x9.5's +56 for the front 7.45" backspacing
I don't mind using the BFH
Does the backspacing matter since we know the offset?
This is all hypothetical since i don't have an f body again, yet.
Wheels confuse me.
Offset is the distance front the center line of the wheel to the backside of the lug mounting plate.
Backspace is the distance from the back surface of the wheel to the backside of the lug mounting plate.
The only unknown factor to calculate one from the other is the thickness of the rear mounting bead.
Yes wheels get confusing, that is why we are here to try to help.
06-07-2006, 02:01 PM
#531
Originally Posted by BlueSix
So would the wheels i listen fit?
06-10-2006, 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Xsta Z 28
Sorry: yes. The fronts will be just fine, I used to run that offset. The Backs, may nned a little bit of BFH, not much. I used to run a 58 mm offset in that size out back.
I know there is a "range", but I prefer to be dead on if possible.
Thanks!
06-12-2006, 09:27 AM
#533
Originally Posted by TP121
OK, so if I want the wheels flush with the outer fender lip front and rear on a 1.5" drop, what spacing do I need for 18X9.5/275 and 18X10.5/285 rims and tires?
I know there is a "range", but I prefer to be dead on if possible.
Thanks!
I know there is a "range", but I prefer to be dead on if possible.
Thanks!
Mine are both 38 mm offset.
18" x 9.5" with a 275/35ZR18 front, 18" x 10.5" with a 295/35ZR18 rear.
More pics here: http://s16.photobucket.com/albums/b28/shudbdrwg/Fikses/
06-12-2006, 10:04 PM
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Looks real good- Any problem with the ABS with the different size F/R tires? I know its minimal, but there is a difference of what, about 1/4 inch?- just curious if you have encountered any problems?
06-13-2006, 08:57 AM
#535
Originally Posted by TP121
Looks real good- Any problem with the ABS with the different size F/R tires? I know its minimal, but there is a difference of what, about 1/4 inch?- just curious if you have encountered any problems?
06-15-2006, 01:52 PM
#536
Does anyone run 275/40-18s on their Camaro? I was on Goodyear's website, comparing GSD3 OD and widths. I noticed that my 245/50-16 have an OD of 25.7 inches, but 275/35-18s have an OD of 25.5 ??? THe 275/40-18 GSD#s have an OD of 25.7 inches. THat would lead me to believe that the 275/40-18 are a better (more comfortable) ride that the 35 series? not to mention that I was running a 3.42 gear with the 16 tires, but my new Moser 12 bolt has 3.73 gears, so I dont know what the RPM differences will be.
06-15-2006, 06:36 PM
#538
Originally Posted by Xsta Z 28
You have a bit of missinformation:
A 275/40ZR18 is 26.8" in overall diameter.
A 275/40ZR18 is 26.8" in overall diameter.
Still the 275/35-18 (25.6) has a smaller diameter than the 245/50-16 (25.7)? I mean its only .1 inch but that still surprised me. So a 275/40-18 (26.8) should be able to fit ok, right? My car is not dropped at all. I wanted to get wider wheels in the back, so I could use 295/35-18 (26.1) but I'm not sure how more more contact area I will get by doing so.
Also, If I went 295's in the back and 275 up front, are teh differences in OD enough to cause problems with the ABS? I've heard different diameter tires can cause false ABS inop errors.