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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 05:57 PM
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I know the offset is 36mm on the 8.5" (or 38mm for 9.5") rims for my '86, but I'd like to put on 17's that are 56mm offset. Are wheel spacers available that will allow this fitment?
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 06:13 PM
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Yes. I believe you'd need a 1" adapter. But most people would recommend buying 17" wheels with the correct offset.

As long as you get a good, strong billet adapter, you could go the stock wheel route -- if that's what you really want.



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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 10:28 AM
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The only thing I would keep in mind is make sure the cost of the wheels you are getting plus the cost of the adapters dont add up to the cost of a set of wheels with the correct offset.
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I believe its a 3/4" adapter plate you'll need. I would recommend getting the correct offset rims if you find something you like.

AFS wheels sells a set.
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If you do purchase those, make sure you get adapters, and not spacers.
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 01:13 PM
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I'm thinking about putting 01Z06 wheels on my 85, would 3/4" adapters work, or will I need the 1"?

Also, since the rears are 18 and the fronts are 17, how will that affect the handling? More understeer?
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