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Old 05-07-2008, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by *89x2*
An "all-original DRM car" is tough to quantify. To what specifications were they built? Who knows... There was an engine and from there, suspension options and brakes, wheels, etc.

Not to discount what went into those modified Corvettes, but it was strictly, a'la carte.

Lots of in this thread though. What else to consider? If I was looking for lightweight wheels, I would look at other sizes, as I am not really impressed with the choices for 315s these days. Even less with the availability of those
Calling one's car a "DRM" or "Callaway" is pretty liberal around here. Apparently some think any aftermarket parts purchased and/or installed by one of these tuners makes one's car a Callaway or DRM tuner car. A 10 year-old Vette sporting a new set of Lingenfelter headers is not now a "Lingenfelter Corvette."

As far as what does constitute a Callaway or DRM package, there were specific comprehensive engine and suspension packages offered by these tuners, and it's no mystery as to what the specifications were. Beyond that, there were a number of add-on items available, such as interior trim, wheels, etc.

Back to what is an "original" tuner car - I consider a new car equipped with a complete engine/suspension package by Callaway, DRM, Mallett, etc. to be an "original" tuner car.

Concerning these wheels, I don't believe the Gen 2 Dymags were part of any tuner's "package."
Old 05-07-2008, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by jhelms
Someone emailed me asking if these would fit a Viper, I have no idea - anyone know?
Does the guy know what the specs are on his OEM wheels? That might help a bit. I sort of thought Viper wheels would fit our cars, but I could be mistaken on that...
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I'm quite sure the later Vipers '96+ are 6(6 X 114.3mm) stud? The early I surely don't know but if they were 5 stud I would have guessed a 4.5" BC like the rest of the CMC fleet. Hell maybe they're all 6 stud! If that's the case they're surely a "no fit"!

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Old 05-07-2008, 10:56 PM
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Just went and measured these they are TWELVE inches wide in the front and FOURTEEN rear, 57 high res pics uploading now at http://www.johntookmypicture.com/gal...91603922_rCymN

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I believe that the measurement is taken from the inside of the inner lip of the rim on both sides. Mine are 12" outside the lips and 11" measuring from the inner.


Very nice, I am refinishing my set this weekend if the weather is nice, I noticed the casting is alittle rough, as it should be, on some parts.

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Old 05-08-2008, 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by lgaff
I believe that the measurement is taken from the inside of the inner lip of the rim on both sides. Mine are 12" outside the lips and 11" measuring from the inner.


Very nice, I am refinishing my set this weekend if the weather is nice, I noticed the casting is alittle rough, as it should be, on some parts.

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Cool, does this look right?

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You definately have 17X11 on fronts and 17X13s on the back, Dymag made this combo but very few. The Avatar I have is off a 94 that was is Corvette Fever that ran 11 & 13 combo. So yours are legit.


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Old 05-09-2008, 12:40 AM
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Originally Posted by lgaff
You definately have 17X11 on fronts and 17X13s on the back, Dymag made this combo but very few. The Avatar I have is off a 94 that was is Corvette Fever that ran 11 & 13 combo. So yours are legit.


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We know they are Dymags, but does it look like we measured the widths and backspacing correctly looking at the pics?

thanks,
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No, you are not measuring the width correctly, the measurement has to come from the inside of the bead lip, which you can only measure if the tire is off, the 12" rim you are measuring is an 11" rim if measured from the inside of the bead lip.

The offset, if my math is correct, seems to be the correct 36mm for a ZR1. Divide the wheel width by 2, add in the offset, and then add about 1/4 inch. This puts you just shy of 8 inches of backspace which is what you show

Hope I this helped.

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Did we ever get to pricing?
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Originally Posted by lgaff
No, you are not measuring the width correctly, the measurement has to come from the inside of the bead lip, which you can only measure if the tire is off, the 12" rim you are measuring is an 11" rim if measured from the inside of the bead lip.

The offset, if my math is correct, seems to be the correct 36mm for a ZR1. Divide the wheel width by 2, add in the offset, and then add about 1/4 inch. This puts you just shy of 8 inches of backspace which is what you show

Hope I this helped.

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Ahh, cool - I didn't realize that, thanks for clearing that up. I'll put the correct sizes in the for sale ad.



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Did we ever get to pricing?
Lot of input so far in this thread on pricing, but still haven't heard any price ever for a set like this in these sizes. We will put some thought into pricing this weekend and post some pics and an actual ad.
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Interesting wheels. Do you have any photos of the wheels on the ZR-1? Was wondering if they stick out due to their extra width.
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....I just saw a set of these wheels on anoher ZR1 yesterday.


Guess they are not *that* rare
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Originally Posted by 93RubyZ
Interesting wheels. Do you have any photos of the wheels on the ZR-1? Was wondering if they stick out due to their extra width.
They did not stick out, a few pics of the car (which has been sold) here:

http://jhelms.smugmug.com/gallery/46...74807769_GKjGY


Originally Posted by *89x2*
....I just saw a set of these wheels on anoher ZR1 yesterday.


Guess they are not *that* rare
Yeah, these are all over the place... I guess we will price them at 4 dollars since they are so common and oh yeah, they don't even say Callaway on them...

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Old 08-28-2008, 01:14 PM
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$3500 shipped anywhere in the CONUS
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I'll send you $16 for all 4 wheels.

What is your paypal?
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Originally Posted by xlr8nflorida
I'll send you $16 for all 4 wheels.

What is your paypal?
You going to be at an upcoming gathering in Thomasville?

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Old 08-28-2008, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by *89x2*
Marty, you are right, what do I know about Dymags...

Considering I have bought (and sold, or brokered the sale) of many sets, I clearly know nothing... The last set of lightweight Dymags in a ZR1 width) You know, the Challenge ones, not the ones pic'd above, I sold for $4,000 with tires. Granted, used tires don't really factor much and make it hard to sell if you have to ship, but it was local, so it did not matter...

Now, for the "Gen II" Dy's, every time I hear of a set selling, they are a "steal" and the owner is glad to have paid a song.

Last Gen II wheel I put my hands on, was a NEW wheel (single) and the asking price was $250.00 for it. Someone on this very board, bought it and then looked to sell their complete set for a bit more

If you want a money making venture, go for it. If you have the time Be forewarned, they do not draw the coin of the Challenge Dymags. Callaway Dymags are in a whole different category and the last set of those I know sold, sold for more than ANY other set I have ever seen listed. The guy wanted them.

Again, what do I know...
I sold a perfect set about 5 years ago for 2,600 Canadian...Nice wheels but they are not worth what the Callaway wheels are.
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While I know they may not be Callaway wheels, they certainly are worth more than $250 a piece. I was at Bloomington Gold and did not see another car with GEN IIs. I have also been offered more than 2X that amount per wheel for my GEN IIs.

I also picked up 9 Dymags including one 17X11 Gen I and 4 17X9.5s for less than $300.

Good luck with sale, I love my wheels.


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Old 08-29-2008, 07:01 PM
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LGAFF,
I too have a set of Gen II Dymags they have been painted red and have some curb rash(but not bad) have any recomendations as who can restore my wheels?(I also have
a Red 92' Z #489)


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