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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by grantv
I wouldn't go stock C5Z sizes, as available tires are very limited. And if they're limited now, will they be more so in a year or 5? I'd switch to 18's/19's.
Good thought, I have had trouble finding prices on tires.
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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 99 hardtop 08
Good thought, I have had trouble finding prices on tires.
Any chance you would be interested in real C5Z wheels that have been "customized". I have a full set of factory/GM Speedlines (made in Italy) That were custom powder coated black with a gloss clear coat. I have all the ancillary items for installation. (center caps, lugs,locks and gloss black lug covers/caps). They are light weight, would look great on a silver FRC and they are priced right ($800) considering what it cost to have them professionally powder coated. Sorry to ramble..but I had to ask.

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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 08:59 PM
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Forgestar or TSW are your best bet for decent priced custom wheels.
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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 09:24 PM
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If you want deep dish, another vote for CCWs. Sure, they cost a little more, however if you search you can probably find a nice used set at a reduced price. Plus, since they are polished, a little elbow grease and a wet-sanding/polish session and you can make them look like new!

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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 09:31 PM
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CCW 505A's here 19/20 setup. I love the dish in the back.

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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Not4spd
CCW 505A's here 19/20 setup. I love the dish in the back.

That's the stance I like. What size are those?
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Originally Posted by 99 hardtop 08
That's the stance I like. What size are those?
Sorry, I just saw the size. what is the width? and tire size?
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Old Sep 14, 2015 | 10:25 PM
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
If you want deep dish, another vote for CCWs. Sure, they cost a little more, however if you search you can probably find a nice used set at a reduced price. Plus, since they are polished, a little elbow grease and a wet-sanding/polish session and you can make them look like new!

Looks great with the calipers and rotors. Thanks for the post!
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