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kevin90zr1 · 03-01-2012

just received my a-molds from factory reproduction 17x9 and 17x11 sent to cal chrome had them black chrome coated put on new nitto tires they look really sharp but rear wheels seem to be tucked in is there any way they can be spaced out to have that factory look

Kevin · 03-01-2012

you have the wrong offset, common on aftermarket wheels. unfortunately these are the only ones commercially available these days

ZZZZZR1 · 03-01-2012

I agree with Kevin...

Typical for aftermarket wheels, they say "ZR-1" wheels and will never fit right.

If the fronts are 9' and not 9.5, they are off too.

It's worth it to look for "OEM" ZR-1 wheels for weight savings and original appearance.

I appologize and not trying to ruin your purchase, but only explain the truth about aftermarket wheels. (we should add this to solutions if it isn't already there!)

David

Blue Flame Restorations · 03-02-2012

Spacers?

GOLDCYLON · 03-02-2012

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Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

Spacers?

Prob the best option. It appears the OP picked up a set of GS or 50/55MM offsets vs 36MM factory. GC

VetteVet · 03-02-2012

I've got a brand new pair of 5/8" DRM hub-centric spacers. That is just about what you need. You need to space out 14mm, which is about 9/16". You could go with his 1/2" spacers, but I wouldn't. If you look closely, the 1/2" spacers aren't hub-centric. They may not allow good engagement between the center of your wheels and the raised centering region of the hub. Here is the link to DRM's product page:

http://dougrippie.com/?p=408

His price is $129.95 + $109.95 upcharge for the 5/8" + $12.00 shipping = $251.90. I'll sell these for $200.00 shipped to the lower 48.

You would also need longer wheel studs. They are here:

http://dougrippie.com/?p=839

I can provide pics, but I can assure you they are unused and look identical to the ones on his website. They are a top quality product.
Jep

ScottZ95ZR1 · 03-02-2012

As Jep mentioned, you REALLY need to install longer wheel studs if you're going to run spacers to correct your offset difference. DO NOT use spacers that thick with your stock studs. [/B][/B]

The DRM spacers he's offering are of very high quality - and this is one project in which I'd choose quality over economical pricing.

batchman · 03-02-2012

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Originally Posted by VetteVet

hub-centric spacers

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Originally Posted by ScottZ95ZR1

this is one project in which I'd choose quality over economical pricing.

+1 - I use the 5/8" hub-centric ones and at 1/2" I'd be too close to the brake lines. Of course I'm using a 12" wide wheel so YMMV.

I've beaten the hell out of my studs and spacers autocrossing on race rubber and constantly changing wheels, they've held up fine for three seasons. And through three sets of hubs!

Best,
- Jeff

03-01-2012	#1
kevin90zr1 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Quincy,IL Posts: 5	problem with new wheels just received my a-molds from factory reproduction 17x9 and 17x11 sent to cal chrome had them black chrome coated put on new nitto tires they look really sharp but rear wheels seem to be tucked in is there any way they can be spaced out to have that factory look

03-01-2012	#2
Kevin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 4,632	Re: problem with new wheels you have the wrong offset, common on aftermarket wheels. unfortunately these are the only ones commercially available these days __________________ It's not the car, it's the people - Doug Johnson 90 r/r "KEYS ON" nick named "T.L.B"

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ZZZZZR1 Banned BANNED Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: MD Posts: 3,690	Re: problem with new wheels I agree with Kevin... Typical for aftermarket wheels, they say "ZR-1" wheels and will never fit right. If the fronts are 9' and not 9.5, they are off too. It's worth it to look for "OEM" ZR-1 wheels for weight savings and original appearance. I appologize and not trying to ruin your purchase, but only explain the truth about aftermarket wheels. (we should add this to solutions if it isn't already there!) David

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Blue Flame Restorations Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 3,904	Re: problem with new wheels Spacers? __________________ 1988 KOH Prototype EX5023 sold 1990 ZR-1 #444 Convertible 1990 ZR-1 Black #966 1991 ZR-1 Quazar Blue #296 1957 Duntov SS Project

03-02-2012	#6
VetteVet Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 340	Re: problem with new wheels I've got a brand new pair of 5/8" DRM hub-centric spacers. That is just about what you need. You need to space out 14mm, which is about 9/16". You could go with his 1/2" spacers, but I wouldn't. If you look closely, the 1/2" spacers aren't hub-centric. They may not allow good engagement between the center of your wheels and the raised centering region of the hub. Here is the link to DRM's product page: http://dougrippie.com/?p=408 His price is $129.95 + $109.95 upcharge for the 5/8" + $12.00 shipping = $251.90. I'll sell these for $200.00 shipped to the lower 48. You would also need longer wheel studs. They are here: http://dougrippie.com/?p=839 I can provide pics, but I can assure you they are unused and look identical to the ones on his website. They are a top quality product. Jep

03-02-2012	#7
ScottZ95ZR1 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 659	Re: problem with new wheels As Jep mentioned, you REALLY need to install longer wheel studs if you're going to run spacers to correct your offset difference. DO NOT use spacers that thick with your stock studs. [/B][/B] The DRM spacers he's offering are of very high quality - and this is one project in which I'd choose quality over economical pricing. Last edited by ScottZ95ZR1; 03-02-2012 at 10:22 AM.