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Old 09-16-2003, 06:18 PM
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Default 17" rims, what fits my 81?

Where do i look online to find some 17's or maybe 18's if they look good? Also, does neone out there have any pics so i can see how looks?
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (trueplayer69)

17x8.5 front's - 17x9.5 rears with 255/45's and 285/40's.

I am going to step up to 245 or 255/50's on the front and and try and find a 275 or 285/50 for the rear as well. Get more ground clearance and fill the fender gap better.

I don't know what you would need for an off-set, as mine are 1996 Vette wheels with a adapters.
Old 09-16-2003, 07:05 PM
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (BSeery)

4" backspace up front, 4.5 to be safe in the back, but 4 3/4 is possible.
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (trueplayer69)

http://www.hvydeez.com

I'm gettin these:



Old 09-17-2003, 12:01 AM
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (Crickett)

Will those clear the calipers? Just something to consider....
I'm running 17x9.5 all the way around :cool:
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (Zack Wenning)

Zack,

Are you running stock suspension parts? rear spring? rear sway? trailing arms?
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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (trueplayer69)

On the C-3: American Racing Torque Thrust II's 17x8, 4" backspacing; bolt-on and go!


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Default Re: 17" rims, what fits my 81? (Zack Wenning)

Will those clear the calipers? Just something to consider....
I'm running 17x9.5 all the way around :cool:

Yep! They will make them any size and backspacing you want. And they are polished all the way around, unlike TT IIs.

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