Share Your C3 Upgraded Wheel/Tire Combo's
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Alex, I'm not sure, they are 15's but I'll have to measure the width, thanks for the comments but the picture is deceptive, it needs paint, int, etc. it is under deconstruction at this time, but in time it will be restored, I'm leaving the L88 flares and Daisy's for sure.
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Alex66 (03-07-2017)
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Alex, I'm not sure, they are 15's but I'll have to measure the width, thanks for the comments but the picture is deceptive, it needs paint, int, etc. it is under deconstruction at this time, but in time it will be restored, I'm leaving the L88 flares and Daisy's for sure.
#687
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KingpenM3 that's a sinister looking late C3 you have there. Different and a nice job.
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#693
Thread with info:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...on-a-79-a.html
Links to parts:
Adapters, 2.5"x4:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/381850495749
Wheels 18x8.5 +56:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/131937253132
Tires, 255/45r18:
Toyo Proxes 4 Plus, from local dealer
https://www.toyotires.com/tire/patte...l-season-tires
Lug Nuts, Dorman 98997.1:
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/d...97.1/9210687-P
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Ed'69 (03-30-2022)
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Put them on today after 10 years of redlines and Rallys. Just a different look.
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#696
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Very nice on both cars above. The Torq-Thrust are nice against the orange and The Cragers look good with the factory side pipes.
Last edited by OldCarBum; 04-16-2017 at 12:14 AM.
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Finally got it done... 8,5 x 15 with 235/70/15 (back), 225/70/15 (front) . And yes, they do NOT clear the original brake calippers. I had to get the backside of the spokes from each wheel machined (notched) partially 2.5mm, and I had to use front/back 5mm hub centric spacers that i had custom made by SCC (German Wheel Adapter/Spacer manufacturer). I also used Extended thread lug nuts. So in order for the TTO's to fit with a early C3 you Need an additional 7,5mm of space. Some may say why didnt you use 8mm spacers all around to begin with. Well, I didnt want for the wheels to stick out too far. Thats just my taste... It turned out nice I think, here are some Pictures... I really dig the vintage look!
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Alex66 (04-17-2017)
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1979 L82 (Stock Original w/25k miles)
- Foose F099 Knuckle 18x9 squared
- Bridgestone Potenza 255/45R18
Modification: None required. Perfect fit.
Foose F099 Knuckle 18x9<br/>Bridgestone 255/45R18<br/>
- Foose F099 Knuckle 18x9 squared
- Bridgestone Potenza 255/45R18
Modification: None required. Perfect fit.
Foose F099 Knuckle 18x9<br/>Bridgestone 255/45R18<br/>
#699
Racer
On these wheels, do you think that a wider tire would fit the the rear, or would it stick out?
I'm thinking 275 in the rear and 255 in front, both on the 18x9.
If I'm correct, that would put the outer edge of the tire out about 1/2" further than yours, and the inner edge of the tire would be about 1/2" closer to the frame rail.
Thanks,
Chris
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CA_WxMan (04-27-2017)