Z06 Rims
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Z06 Rims
I'm looking to buy some chrome Z06 rims for my WS6. Just wondering where the best places are to purchase them from? :confused: I checked out XtremeMotorsports...where are some good, reliable companies that sell high quality Z06 rims. I don't want to get stuck buying from the wrong place. Thanks :)
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Re: Z06 Rims (CandaceBell)
I just bought a set of chrome ZO6 rims from Xtreme Motorsports. They look great and come with a 3-year warranty. I bought mine based on testimonials from other forum members. While I haven't had them on but just a couple of weeks, I think they are very high quality. I have heard that Xtreme stands behind the wheels also should you have any problems.
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Re: Z06 Rims (CandaceBell)
What about the weight of the repro's compared to the stock Z06 wheels? What about compared to the stock C5 polished wheels? I have the stock polished wheels and would consider the Z06 repro's, but I want to make sure I'm not going to take a hit in the weight department. If possible, I want a lighter, wider wheel....
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Re: Z06 Rims (CandaceBell)
If you are concerned about quality I would stay away from any of the repros. The majority of them are cheap cast rims made in China. They don't come close to the factory rims.
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Re: Z06 Rims (jpas)
You have a point...I know Vettes have 17s in the front...but they are 17 x 8.5 where as the F-Bodies are 17 x 9.5 all around. And GM only makes the Z06s for the Vette. So will those numbers cause a problem? :confused: If not, I guess I would just order the 4 of the 17 x 8...then again I'm not sure I'd want to give an arm and a leg :eek: ;) to order factory. I know people order aftermarket rims all of the time, so there has got to be some good quality rims out there. :)
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Re: Z06 Rims (ncvetteman)
Seems that Xtreme gets lots of good reviews and happy customers from what I've heard so far. They also seem to have good prices and quality. So I guess I'm leaning towards them at the moment...anymore praises for Xtreme? ;)
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Re: Z06 Rims (bradfordjr)
:) I don't now too much about tires, lol Excuse my ingnorance - I'm taking it all in though ;) :D I have 275/40s all around right now - stock. If I change to those numbers you stated, I'll go with: 18x9.5 ?rims? in front and 18X10.5 in back...what about rubbing and stuff like that? I've heard people mention it. Do I have to change anything else to go with 18s around? Thanks!
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Re: Z06 Rims (johnnyC5)
Thank, I'll be sure to do so. Here are some pictures with them on a T/A and a SS http://www.fbody.com/members/LS1Chris/blackls1.htm
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Re: Z06 Rims (CandaceBell)
Candace,
I've got a Y2K vert with 18's around, don't have any trouble with rubbing. I also have an ATI Supercharger installed that causes my front end to scrape the ground, I put 18's on the front to give me a little more height, also installed A&A's frame savers in case I get too close to the ground. :D
I've got a Y2K vert with 18's around, don't have any trouble with rubbing. I also have an ATI Supercharger installed that causes my front end to scrape the ground, I put 18's on the front to give me a little more height, also installed A&A's frame savers in case I get too close to the ground. :D