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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 06:58 PM
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Will the AFR ZR-1 replica REAR (11 1/2" x 17") wheels fit my '85? I have Z51, which means that the wheels are all 9.5" x 16".
There is about 1 1/2" clearance between the inner edge of the original tires, and the mufflers. There is less than 1" clearance between the shock mount and the inner edge of the rims.
Has anybody actually mounted these, along with the 315/35-17" tires? If so, what can you tell me?
Thanks in advance.
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I have 04 ZO6 wheels on my 85, and I think I have the 1" adapters. If not the 1", they're 1.25". I remember ordering 3/4", and they didn't help at all. I had to go to one of the local wheel shops, and they took care of me. It was while ago, and I'm not at home to measure. I can measure later today and get back to you if you'd like.....
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 09:39 AM
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Find out the offset first.

I have replica ZR1 wheels made for the 85 offset.
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 09:51 AM
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I have 04 ZO6 wheels on my 85, and I think I have the 1" adapters. If not the 1", they're 1.25". I remember ordering 3/4", and they didn't help at all. I had to go to one of the local wheel shops, and they took care of me. It was while ago, and I'm not at home to measure. I can measure later today and get back to you if you'd like.....
1985 (z51)
front & rear 16"x9.5" 38mm (6.7" backspacing)
Goodyear Eagle VR50, P255/50VR-16
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by jmrl98
I have 04 ZO6 wheels on my 85, and I think I have the 1" adapters. If not the 1", they're 1.25". I remember ordering 3/4", and they didn't help at all. I had to go to one of the local wheel shops, and they took care of me. It was while ago, and I'm not at home to measure. I can measure later today and get back to you if you'd like.....
Yes............I see the Z06 wheels are available as well. They're nice.


Chrome C6-ZO6 Style, 18 inch, Low Offset

18x9.5 inch , 5x4.75 inch 40mm
Chrome Wheels

# Fits 1984-1987 Chevy Corvette
# Brand New Reproduction C6-ZO6 Style Wheels
# Center caps are included.

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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 12:21 PM
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Then yes they will fit as long as it specifies '84-'87 which have a +38mm offset compared to '88 and up +56mm.
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 12:53 PM
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Just make sure the offsets are right and theyll work fine.
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