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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:11 PM
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Default Split spokes on my C5

Ditched my wagon wheels and added these split spokes. As well as increasing the rim size, I needed to add hub centric wheel adapters to account for the different rear offset. I knew zero about actually what or how to consider doing this, so I asked the forum for advice. I'm very happy with the results ! THANKS to 8VETTE7 for all your help !
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:15 PM
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I think they look great on your Vert.

Are these C6 rims with 18" front and 19" rear"?

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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:16 PM
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Wheels look great, enjoy..............never had the pleasure of meeting him but 8VETTE7 is very very helpful greatly appreciate his presence.
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by CJ1957
I think they look great on your Vert.

Are these C6 rims with 18" front and 19" rear"?
Yes, from an '08 year I believe. 1 inch adapters from EZ accessories.
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by imjdoggie
Wheels look great, enjoy..............never had the pleasure of meeting him but 8VETTE7 is very very helpful greatly appreciate his presence.
I really appreciated his multiple responses for help. They must of been annoying questions for him !
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 04:45 PM
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Looks good!
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Look great
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 05:32 PM
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Good upgrade from wagon wheels!
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The new wheels look great on your car. Good choice.
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Very nice, good look on your car! This is a great forum isn't it, just terrific! Best wishes!
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Originally Posted by imjdoggie
Wheels look great, enjoy..............never had the pleasure of meeting him but 8VETTE7 is very very helpful greatly appreciate his presence.
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Old Oct 7, 2016 | 06:44 PM
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Nice.
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Old Oct 8, 2016 | 02:27 PM
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Seems I have seen those somewhere before.....LOL....I installed some 3/4 Hub Centric Spacers on the Rear...

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Look nice!

Now you have 4 paperweights in the garage!
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
The new wheels look great on your car. Good choice.
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Old Oct 10, 2016 | 04:59 PM
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Bravo, good choice!
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