Looking for Rim options
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Racer
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From: Valley Springs SD
Looking for Rim options
I think I want to get some Cragar SS for my red 77. Anyone have some pics they could share - cragar or otherwise? Also what bolt pattern do I need to look for?
Thanks!
Thanks!
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Racer
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From: Valley Springs SD
Originally Posted by JUSBAD
American Racing 17"
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Racer
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From: Valley Springs SD
Can someone explain how it works when you put on 17" rims - We live in a small town and the cops are always out there looking for speeders, so if I put on 17" wheels can you recalibrate the speedometer?
Le Mans Master
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From: I can walk to MA
Originally Posted by 77vetter
Can someone explain how it works when you put on 17" rims - We live in a small town and the cops are always out there looking for speeders, so if I put on 17" wheels can you recalibrate the speedometer?
1) use 17 tires that have same overall diameter (17" lower profile)
2) Replace speedo gear at tranny to compensate for a change in tire diameter.
My C5 rims with 17"/18" are essentially the same diameter as the 255/15s,
so they are good to go. They do require adapters to compensate for
backspacing. If purchasing new rims, make sure the backspacing
isn't too far. Stock wheels are 15x8 with 4" backspace.
When buying tires, the diameter is usually given.
Le Mans Master
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From: Wilmington DE, Drive it like you stole it, 68 327 4 speed coupe
Originally Posted by Tracker
Love the look of Cragar SS. Bought them in 75 and still keep them on.
Nice lookin 68
im am torn between the cragrs - don t want to use spacer/ adapter
and the Slots - anderson sprints, I have the jet hot coated hooker sidepipes
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Racer
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From: Valley Springs SD
Man, I am really torn, I have always liked white lettered tires with the 15" cragars, but the 17" are really sharp! This is going to be a tough decision.
Anyone have pros or cons on chrome vs polished alloy? I like American Racing Torq Thrust II also, but Cragar SS have been such a classic...
Anyone have pros or cons on chrome vs polished alloy? I like American Racing Torq Thrust II also, but Cragar SS have been such a classic...
Burning Brakes
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From: NorCal 71 Lt-1
i can truly relate with you on making that decision on the chrome cragars or american racing ttll's. both are nice looking and are very similar wheels.
pros / cons...the chrome may peel and the polished aluminum may dull. if the chrome starts to peel, it will have to be rechromed.with the aluminum,
a good aluminum polish and elbow grease can restore the shine. 15's with the white letters out for the old school classic look and 17's w/black wall
low profile tires for the retro / modern look. either one...you can't lose
17 / 18 combo polished ttll's
pros / cons...the chrome may peel and the polished aluminum may dull. if the chrome starts to peel, it will have to be rechromed.with the aluminum,
a good aluminum polish and elbow grease can restore the shine. 15's with the white letters out for the old school classic look and 17's w/black wall
low profile tires for the retro / modern look. either one...you can't lose
17 / 18 combo polished ttll's