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Old Aug 28, 2023 | 09:27 PM
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I have a 1981 and wondered if they 15x8, and 4.25 backspace problems fitting,I think it was Summit that said you would need a 1/2 spacer and longer bolts to fit 1968-1982 corvette,and these are old style cragar wheels.
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Cagar SS wheels are great looking but do not clear the calipers without a spacer place or bolt on adapter.
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Thanks,that’s what I read,thanks
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Cragars and Mickey Thompsons used to be our only choice.
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Yup, 1/2" spacer... I love my old school Cragars!

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