Wheel size question????

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Aug 21, 2007 | 03:31 PM

1998vert

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Wheel size question????

Is it ok to run a 17X9.5 wheel up front on my 98 with the stock tires? Just want to make sure there are no rubbing issues. Thanks.

Aug 21, 2007 | 03:35 PM

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17x9 is stock. I have 17x9.5 on mine and it is fine.

Aug 21, 2007 | 03:37 PM

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17x9.5 is OEM size for C5 Z06's, 17x8.5 is OEM for Coupe and Convertibles.

Your 245/45x17 is a hair too narroww for the 9.5" wheel. It WILL work but is not optimal.

Aug 21, 2007 | 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Glennm27

17x9.5 is OEM size for C5 Z06's, 17x8.5 is OEM for Coupe and Convertibles.

Your 245/45x17 is a hair too narroww for the 9.5" wheel. It WILL work but is not optimal.

Thanks for the feedback. Looking at some wheels and don't want to go too large. Found a beautiful set that are 9.5" wide but my tires have a lot of life left in them. Don't want to buy new front ones right now. BTW, where in Bucks county are you? My sister lives in Quakertown.