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Old 06-30-2004, 12:03 AM
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Default Cragar S/S Wheels / Spacers


I am looking at putting my all-time favorite wheel, the Cragar S/S, on my 65 convertible. However, it (the S/S) needs a 'spacer kit' to clear the caliper. Has anyone had experience with this spacer and this wheel, and can you tell me what to expect ?

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Old 06-30-2004, 12:38 AM
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i have them on my 67, you need the thick spacer to clear...i have had no problems at all with this set up
Old 06-30-2004, 12:54 AM
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I run spacers on my 68 Camaro. 1" drop blocks required it to clear lower shock mount. Thousands of miles no problem!


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Old 06-30-2004, 08:15 AM
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I have same Cragar SS wheels and spacers put on in 1971. The only
problem was the rear outside bleeder gets ground off a little depending
on production tolerences.
Old 06-30-2004, 08:54 AM
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I am going the same route with my 66 coupe. I contacted Cragar directly and they provided the following part numbers - #61615 for the wheels and #29200 for the spacers. I am at work and not 100% sure of the numbers, but if they are not right, I will post tomorrow.
Old 06-30-2004, 10:56 AM
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Would love to see how the Cragar's look on a C2...anyone got a photo or link they could post?
Old 06-30-2004, 12:33 PM
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Default Re: Cragar S/S Wheels / Spacers (spaceboyusa)

How about those pics. I too would like to see some pics of some Vette's with Cragar S/S. I'm on the verge of purchasing a set of Cragar S/S for my '64.
Old 06-30-2004, 11:56 PM
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you want some shot's here's a horizon blue 1960 with them
Old 06-30-2004, 11:59 PM
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seems like the last shot came in a little small will try again
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Here's a side view
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********drool*********

Thanks much newbe60...suuuh-weet photos!
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Default Re: Cragar S/S Wheels / Spacers (spaceboyusa)

I have the Cragars on my 63. Although I really like the look I don't like that after 3 months I'm starting to get rust on the rim and its creeping out from the joint between the aluminum center and the steel rim. They have a one year warranty and I'm seriously considering exchanging them for the Torque Thrust D wheels.
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Jimdvan- Do you have any pics you can post?

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