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Nov 17, 2008 | 12:27 AM

coast_101

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z06 wheels?

I'm just curious as to what people think about z06 wheels on a c3. I have a 1974 stingray, white with t-tops, and I'm thinking about getting some z06 wheels to play around with. I have rally wheels right now that i must say do look mighty fine. Opinions and pictures are welcome! Thanks everyone!

Nov 17, 2008 | 01:23 AM

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Nov 17, 2008 | 08:10 AM

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I think the newer C5 and C6 wheels look very good on C3s. Lots have done the swap. You can PM Sully1882 for pics and details.

Basically, you'll need a set of 2.5" wheel adapters to make up for the different back spacing. You might also have to relocate the E-brake cable brackets if they interfere with the new wheels. Simple grind and weld operation.

Nov 17, 2008 | 10:33 AM

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Personally, I don't like the Z06 wheels. Your '74 with the stock ralley wheels would be perfectly fine with me.

I used to run a set of P02s on my '74. They looked good.

Nov 17, 2008 | 10:52 PM

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here's mine....you can go to my photobucket link in my signature if you want to see some larger pics....I have a pair of 2.5" adapters if you want them.

Nov 17, 2008 | 11:15 PM

Durango_Boy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bluegtp

here's mine....you can go to my photobucket link in my signature if you want to see some larger pics....I have a pair of 2.5" adapters if you want them.

That looks awesome...even in primer.

Nov 17, 2008 | 11:27 PM

danboback

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Gonna be sweet when all done!

Nov 17, 2008 | 11:33 PM

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That looks awesome...even in primer.

haha I didnt even notice that it was in primer untill you said it!

.....seriously...

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Nov 17, 2008 | 11:36 PM

bluegtp

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it's actually down to bare glass....no primer just yet! thanks for the compliments though......

Nov 17, 2008 | 11:44 PM

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Bluegtp - Yours looks hot and is going to be sweet. Loved the Video!

Last edited by 78Vette-SA; Nov 17, 2008 at 11:49 PM.

Nov 18, 2008 | 01:32 AM

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The mixing of C5/C6 wheels on a C3 looks like in-breeding.

Not a good look.

Nov 18, 2008 | 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed_78Vette

The mixing of C5/C6 wheels on a C3 looks like in-breeding.

Not a good look.

My car IS INBRED.

It has something from every generation Corvette. That's the beauty of it. Have it YOUR way (or in this case MY way). But I respect that you don't like the look. It is not for everyone.

Nov 26, 2008 | 05:01 PM

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Inbred!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78Vette-SA

My car IS INBRED.

It has something from every generation Corvette. That's the beauty of it. Have it YOUR way (or in this case MY way). But I respect that you don't like the look. It is not for everyone.

I'd like to Inbreed too!! Joe, I borrowed your wheels!! Just to see what they would look like on my Vette!!

send me some info on them will ya' "I likey". I think they look sharp!