C5 Wheels on a C3???
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Tampa Florida
C5 Wheels on a C3???
Gents,
I have a set of factory 2001 Polished 5-Stars I want to put on my 1980 L-82. So far I've been told 2.5" to 3" spacers but can't seam to get a definitive answer on these. Surely someone has done this already. If so and you know the exact spacing I'd be extatic to hear it. I really want to put these on and I don't have the time to take the shot-gun approach.
Anyone know?
Thank you all very much!
I have a set of factory 2001 Polished 5-Stars I want to put on my 1980 L-82. So far I've been told 2.5" to 3" spacers but can't seam to get a definitive answer on these. Surely someone has done this already. If so and you know the exact spacing I'd be extatic to hear it. I really want to put these on and I don't have the time to take the shot-gun approach.
Anyone know?
Thank you all very much!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Columbus OH
You have the wheels. Check the offset difference and do some simple calculations to find out the inner and the outer edges sit at. This way you can determine the needed spacer thickness. As far as tires, find ones that will match the original OD. Use the tire manufacturer specs for this.
Sorry I can't give you a proven answer for this. It's a minor problem. If you don't want to go through the hassle, check VBP, see if they have a ready-made solution.
Sorry I can't give you a proven answer for this. It's a minor problem. If you don't want to go through the hassle, check VBP, see if they have a ready-made solution.
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Tampa Florida
Originally Posted by Wah
You have the wheels. Check the offset difference and do some simple calculations to find out the inner and the outer edges sit at. This way you can determine the needed spacer thickness. As far as tires, find ones that will match the original OD. Use the tire manufacturer specs for this.
Sorry I can't give you a proven answer for this. It's a minor problem. If you don't want to go through the hassle, check VBP, see if they have a ready-made solution.
Sorry I can't give you a proven answer for this. It's a minor problem. If you don't want to go through the hassle, check VBP, see if they have a ready-made solution.
Yeah, the issue is I don't have the luxery of measuring. I'm a military guy and I'll get like two or three days back in Texas to put these wheels on and test drive it. I went to VBP first and they won't commit to a size. I talked to their specialist and he told me it will take 2.5" to 3" but that I would have to order them and do a trial by fire. But like I said, I just don't have that option. I'm thinking someone has to have already done this. Rest assured, once I find out the answer I'll surely advertise it out there. I think those wheels will look fantastic on the C3. Anyway, thank you for the advice. I appreciate the effort.
Peace!
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Racer
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From: Tampa Florida
May have what I need...
Hello Everyone!
I got a response from a manufacturer that's producing these as I type. I'm told this application will require 2.25" spacers. I'll update everyone when I get them and do a trial by fire.
Thanks Again!
I got a response from a manufacturer that's producing these as I type. I'm told this application will require 2.25" spacers. I'll update everyone when I get them and do a trial by fire.
Thanks Again!
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Tampa Florida
Originally Posted by Fastguy
That is a pretty gigantic spacer! Doesn't sound very safe and sounds like its going to give you balance issues.
Thanks!
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Indianapolis Indiana
I'd sure appreciate a picture and your experience when you are done! I have a spare set of polished aluminum wheels also and might consider putting them on my '68 with some run flats!
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