Will 17x11 ZR1 rims fit a C5 coupe? Clearance issues?
11-24-2007, 07:07 PM
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Burning Brakes
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Will 17x11 ZR1 rims fit a C5 coupe? Clearance issues?
Looking to put on 17x9.5 or 17x11 ZR1 rims on the front and 17x11 rims on the rear of my C5 coupe for track events...will the rims clear the calipers? does anyone have this set up? any pics? thanks
11-24-2007, 09:49 PM
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The 9-1/2" will fit not problem, but if you're planning on 11" on front, go with the Grand Sport wheels (they look just like the ZR1's but the offset is different) and they'll fit.
11-24-2007, 10:19 PM
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Go with the GS offset front and rear. The 17x11s will work in the front but the inner side of the rim will rub against the control arm on tight turns. This has the nasty habit of taking off wheel weights. So keep the turns from getting too tight (in the paddock area and garage).
The 9.5 rims fit fine in the front but will not clear the Wilwood BBK that LGM sells. The 11 inchers will clear.
Bill
The 9.5 rims fit fine in the front but will not clear the Wilwood BBK that LGM sells. The 11 inchers will clear.
Bill
11-26-2007, 06:21 PM
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I bought 2 from TomZ Wheelz and 2 from a forum member. Same size. Use GS offset which is 50mm+ I think. I run 315/35/17 tires on them. Actually now I run Dunlop true racing slicks which are ain a different size. Make sure your CASTER is set so the edge of the tire does not rub on the screws that hold the fender liner in. I have no issues with mine. I love the grip and the look. here is a pic from VIR
Bob
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