Torque Thrust D questions
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Torque Thrust D questions
I really like the look of the torque thrust D's.
The problem is that they aren't listed for Vettes. I have heard that you have to use a spacer of some sort to get them to work :confused:
Does anyone have more info on this? Has anyone done it that can lend some info?
I have a stock setup and will be upgrading the suspension soon, I would like to put some better tires than can be found for the 15" stock rims.
Here is a link to the American racing website with the torque thrust D wheels. I suppose that a 16x8 is what I would be looking at. What kind of bolt size circle should I be looking for? Also what about back spacing and all that jazz?
They should just make them for Vettes, it would be easier.
http://www.americanracing.com/wheels...e=Torq-ThrustD :cheers:
The problem is that they aren't listed for Vettes. I have heard that you have to use a spacer of some sort to get them to work :confused:
Does anyone have more info on this? Has anyone done it that can lend some info?
I have a stock setup and will be upgrading the suspension soon, I would like to put some better tires than can be found for the 15" stock rims.
Here is a link to the American racing website with the torque thrust D wheels. I suppose that a 16x8 is what I would be looking at. What kind of bolt size circle should I be looking for? Also what about back spacing and all that jazz?
They should just make them for Vettes, it would be easier.
http://www.americanracing.com/wheels...e=Torq-ThrustD :cheers:
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (flood)
Why not just go with these in 17 inch. They are being made in 2 piece so you can custom order with correct backspacing.....
http://www.vintagewheelworks.com/index.html
http://www.vintagewheelworks.com/index.html
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (Brett K)
It seems as though alot of the rims is guesswork.
The stock rallies are 15 x 8 with 4" bs (0 offset) ?
So would a 16x8 with a 4.5" BS (.5 offset) work on a C3?
I might give em a call for prices on the 17" rims and see if they know what dimensions I need. I just really want to avoid getting rims that won't fit. Plus I have never bought rims for any car. So , I am a super rookie ! :cheers:
The stock rallies are 15 x 8 with 4" bs (0 offset) ?
So would a 16x8 with a 4.5" BS (.5 offset) work on a C3?
I might give em a call for prices on the 17" rims and see if they know what dimensions I need. I just really want to avoid getting rims that won't fit. Plus I have never bought rims for any car. So , I am a super rookie ! :cheers:
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (flood)
If you like the look of the torq thrust D check out the http://www.vintagewheelworks.com they make a TTD in 16" that will bolt on and only requires a 1/8 inch spacer or slight grinding on the calipers. I bought them and love the classic look with the new high performance rubber.
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (flood)
I just bought a set of 15x7's. Got them today. I figure they will work, at least for the fronts. I am going to take measurements and see if the 8.5's will clear the back.
Let you know in the next day or two.
Terry
Let you know in the next day or two.
Terry
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (flood)
American Racing makes a CL205 which is actually a TT2 with a grey center to make it look like the TTD....and its available in 15" - 20" sizes.
http://www.wheelsforless.com/american_racing.asp
http://www.wheelsforless.com/search_...oduct_ID=AR205
http://www.wheelsforless.com/american_racing.asp
http://www.wheelsforless.com/search_...oduct_ID=AR205
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Re: Torque Thrust D questions (StingrayRacing)
The CL205 and Vintage Wheels look really nice, plus can be custom made to fit ! thats great. A little bit more expensive at 247.50 (15") Or $304.00 (17").
These things are pretty expensive. Plus Tires. Plus my suspension upgrade. Hope it all works out in the end.
All in all, alot better price than buying a new car. Alot better. :yesnod:
These things are pretty expensive. Plus Tires. Plus my suspension upgrade. Hope it all works out in the end.
All in all, alot better price than buying a new car. Alot better. :yesnod:
