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Jun 18, 2007 | 10:37 PM

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ArcticZ28

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Originally Posted by defenestrate

yeah you can run a bigger sidewall with a 17..

Werd. Bigger sidewal = traction. That's why I would go with 17's instead of 18's, along with the fact that tires are a hell of a lot cheaper. It's a win-win for anyone looking to look good as well as put usable power to the ground.

Jun 18, 2007 | 10:48 PM

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I think those 17's Look great. I plan on going with 17's as well. And that Bird with the 26's is a disgrace.

Jun 18, 2007 | 10:49 PM

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Nods, 17s for tracting and running it. 18 looks nice, but if you lower it some with 17s on it.. you can still get that full wheel well look.

Jun 18, 2007 | 10:55 PM

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The Golden One

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Just a question how do you guys feel about 17's in front 18's in rear setup. (C5 ZO6) on a camaro lowered (pro kit)?

Jun 18, 2007 | 11:13 PM

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18's over 17's anyday IMO

Jun 19, 2007 | 11:16 AM

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17s are the best size. These people are used to 20's or something. Our cars came with 15 and 16 rims and 17. 17 is very good. 18 your really increasing your unsprung weight. and always remember need some better shocks for that extra weight.

Big wheels most of the time are worthless. IHMO

Jun 19, 2007 | 02:53 PM

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18s are the way to go. 17s aren't bad, and generally look the same as 18s. No matter what you want your wheel wells filled, so regardless of what size you get, they will look like crap if you don't fill that wheel well.

Also, the guy asking about staggered look (17 in front, 18 back)--Don't do it. Vettes do this because their wheel wells are made for it. F-bodies look best when you have the same wheel diameter front and back.

Jun 19, 2007 | 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sgt. Spuds

Just wondering if anyone else regrets going with 17's? I love my wheels but they just look too small, dinky almost

Yeah, mine are so scrawny I can barely stand to look at 'em.

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Jun 19, 2007 | 03:13 PM

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someones got jokes.....

I like 17s personally, better traction, more tire options, lower cost.....i currently have 18's on the car at the moment, lol. but my next set will be 17's