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Sgreg
11-07-2009, 07:35 PM
I have heard are all kinds of tales about wheel spacers. I am about to try some and would appreciate any advice. Is there a best brand out there ? What is the secret to not breaking off studs ? Do they tend to vibrate and cause alignment issues ? Any other issues to be aware of ? Thanks, I am hoping a few of you have first hand knowledge of this subject.
LGAFF
11-07-2009, 07:59 PM
No problems with mine, make sure you get good ones. Many runs at 115mph at the track.
Toyvet1
11-07-2009, 08:11 PM
Ive had 2 inch spacers on my C-3 to fit Z-06 wheels. No issues in two years.
thethrillofspeed
11-07-2009, 09:06 PM
I've ran spacers on the front of my 85 Vette to run ZR1 rims on it for 12 years now, no issues at all. These were the good ones that cost $100+ for each corner.
LGAFF
11-07-2009, 09:13 PM
Got mine from here on reference from WVZR1:

http://www.wheeladapter.com/fred_goeske.php
XfireZ51
11-08-2009, 12:10 AM
We talkin adapters or spacers?
Sgreg
11-08-2009, 12:29 AM
We talkin adapters or spacers?

Spacers I thought. That's what I am going to use.
LGAFF
11-08-2009, 08:56 AM
Website has both see the link.
XfireZ51
11-08-2009, 09:43 AM
Spacers I thought. That's what I am going to use.

Sgreg,

I asked the question because I had been investigating the same issue while thinking of Z06 wheels. Locobob may care to comment but my impression was that an adapter should be used with any thickness greater than 1/2". Also, there's the issue of hub and wheel centric.
-=Jeff=-
11-08-2009, 10:28 AM
I use a 20mm spacer with GM Racing Wheel studs..

When ever I determine what I will do for final wheels that may change
Sgreg
11-08-2009, 11:38 AM
Sgreg,

I asked the question because I had been investigating the same issue while thinking of Z06 wheels. Locobob may care to comment but my impression was that an adapter should be used with any thickness greater than 1/2". Also, there's the issue of hub and wheel centric.

I have never heard of the 1/2 in. rule regarding spacers and adapters. Seems many are using quality spacers and studs in larger sizes, i.e. Jeff at 20mm ?
Z51JEFF
11-09-2009, 03:41 AM
Got mine from here on reference from WVZR1:

http://www.wheeladapter.com/fred_goeske.php

I got a set from this guy.16MM for the GS A molds,hub centric to the car and to the wheel.A very nice set for $175 I think is what I paid for them,made to order.The longer wheel studs I got from the dealer.At some point Ill put the 91 wheels back on the car and would like to keep the longer wheel studs in place so that I can use the GS wheels later on down the road. I thought Id get a new set of wheel hubs and just have 2 sets,one with the longer studs and one set with the stock studs and change the hubs to the corresponding wheel,wrong.To get around not having to change the wheel studs everytime I change wheels I will get a spacer made just wide enough to allow the longer studs to work within the lugnut covers on the 91 wheels.http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a136/FLYTYM/DSC00546.jpghttp://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a136/FLYTYM/IMG_0023-1.jpg
ZR1North
12-29-2010, 03:12 PM
Guys,

Anyone know for sure what the center bore is on the rear 11" wheels? I am ordering 16mm spacers and cannot easily get at the car at the moment to make a measurement. It seems like every other spec is available on the wheels - except this!

Much appreciated
LGAFF
12-29-2010, 03:29 PM
Check Wheelapdapter.com
ZR1North
01-03-2011, 01:29 PM
Guys,

Anyone know for sure what the center bore is on the rear 11" wheels? I am ordering 16mm spacers and cannot easily get at the car at the moment to make a measurement. It seems like every other spec is available on the wheels - except this!

Much appreciated
Thanks for your help on this guys. Spacers are ordered. By the way, if anyone is looking for the Center Bore, it's 2.75 inches (69.85mm).