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Old Jan 26, 2004 | 01:11 AM
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Got an 01' Z06 and thinking of putting new wheels on it. Thinking of putting 12 inchers in the back. Will this help it hook up better? Will it affect driveability/highspeed/cornering? I know i would have to mini-tub or do wider panels...leaning towards widebodys. Any dealers come to mind for this type of setup? Lots of info. Thanks for any help. :cheers:
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Old Jan 26, 2004 | 09:21 AM
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I have 11.5s w/335s. They stick out a little.
You will need tubs or the wider fenders. :yesnod: :thumbs:
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Old Jan 26, 2004 | 02:28 PM
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Thanks for the reply. Does it affect the driveability? I.E...top end, cornering, etc...
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Old Jan 26, 2004 | 03:58 PM
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Same here 335 on the rear and 276 on front. LOTS OF GRIP NOW, much better in take off and corning like it is on rails. Only probem is with such wide tires when driving on uneven pavement the car will move from side to side a bit with the uneven pavement and wide tires. But dont ask me to trade them in either.
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