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Dec 2, 2005 | 09:50 AM

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96 C4 wheels on C5

Hello, I'm just buying my first Vette, 1999 C5 w/118,000 miles for a daily driver and autocrosser. My buddy has a set of 96 C4 wheels 17 X 7-1/2 and 17 X 8-1/2. Will these fit on the C5? I want to mount street tires on them and use the C5 rims for R-compounds.

Also, I'm 6'-4" and need to get lower in the car. Has anyone lowered a stock (sport, power) seat or used a replacement?

Budget is tight.

Dec 2, 2005 | 09:52 AM

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I do believe the seat can be lowered...

And yes the C4 wheels hsould bolt on no problems.

Chris

Dec 2, 2005 | 09:54 AM

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I've got a set of 1998 C5 Wagon Wheels 17x8.5 front and 18x9.5 rear that I'll sell you. I know those will fit and would be perfect for autocrossing, drag racing and road coursing.

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Dec 2, 2005 | 09:55 AM

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thanks

Dec 2, 2005 | 09:59 AM

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This is also my first time on a forum. I didn't realize these function in real time.

What would you be looking for the wagon wheels?

Dec 2, 2005 | 10:03 AM

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I've got two sets of waggons available as well.

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Dec 2, 2005 | 10:11 AM

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Is there any advantage to running the 18" rears on the street compared to the 17"? Besides looks? Seems like a bit of x-tra side wall might protect the rim a bit.

I intend to drive pretty conservatively on the street, save the fun stuff for the Auto-x or track.

Dec 2, 2005 | 10:16 AM

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From: Houston, Tx Got traction?

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Handling, is improved with less sidewall. Also, you have to make sure the rear is staggered and about .5"+ or taller in the rear. Some people have run a little as .3" inches wiithout problems, but i belive it decreases the effectivness of your Active handling.