Z06 wheels on regular question
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Z06 wheels on regular C5 question
I recently purchased a set of stcok z06 rims and tires. Now, thecar feels kind of wierd on uneven surface, it pulls to a side from time to time. Also, when try to make a turn with the steering wheel turned all the way to one side, there is some jerking in the front tires. So, do I need to get my alignment done to the Z06 specs, Please help.
[Modified by nosturbo, 4:18 AM 2/27/2004]
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Re: Z06 wheels on regular C5 question (nosturbo)
The Z06 rim not only is wider, there is also a lower offset. Both will lead to a rim that is more to the outside, and thus more senitive on the front wheels to any iuneven streets. It runs a bit more its own way.
Beside this, due to the different geometrie, you should do an alignment when going from stock to Z06 rims.
Frederik
Beside this, due to the different geometrie, you should do an alignment when going from stock to Z06 rims.
Frederik
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Re: Z06 wheels on regular C5 question (nosturbo)
I have Z06 wheels on my C5 convertible (summer only). I keep a "modified" Z06 alignment all year 'round. Doing an alignment every 12,000 to 18,000 miles is definitely a good idea.
The car may "hunt" more in truck ruts, and will do so even more with a Z06 alignment because of the higher negative camber. Front tire wear will also be higher on the Z06 alignment.
The car may "hunt" more in truck ruts, and will do so even more with a Z06 alignment because of the higher negative camber. Front tire wear will also be higher on the Z06 alignment.
