Ruby Has New Shoes
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Tampa Fl
They are 9.5 x 17 all around with a 7" back spacing. Michelin 285/35 on the rear and 275/40 on the front. I originally ordered 9.5" fronts and 11" for the rear but, the back spacing was wrong on the 11s and they stuck out about 1.5" - looked ugly. I didn't want to wait another 7 weeks to get them replaced so, I took the 9.5s they had in stock. I would have liked the rears to be a little wider but, in the end, I'm happy with them as they are. I believe AR keeps the 9.5" in stock.
I understand, from other threads, that an 87 would require spacers to fit these wheels. I don't know that from first hand experience but, there are discussions on the subject on this forum.
I understand, from other threads, that an 87 would require spacers to fit these wheels. I don't know that from first hand experience but, there are discussions on the subject on this forum.
just asking
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From: Justin Texas
Originally, my thought was to maintain the staggered tire size look like the stock set-up but, the 285 and 275 turned out to be so close in size that it wouldn't have made any difference. When it comes time to buy new tires, I will probably go with 285s all around.
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Thanks!!
Yes, we are lucky enough to have two. The one in the garage is a silver 08 vert with cashmere interior. We sold two dark bowling green - a coupe auto and vert 6 speed, both with tan interior, to get the 08. I really like the C6 but, it's an auto and I missed my 6 speed. I just stumbled on to this Ruby a couple of months ago with 24.6K on the odometer and, I absolutely love everything about it - it's a keeper.
