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Old Jul 27, 2013 | 01:08 AM
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my c6 has stock wheels and I'm thinking of putting wheel spacers.

1 inch in the front and 1/4 inch in the back.

any suggestions??
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Old Jul 27, 2013 | 10:37 AM
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Of course, the first question is Why?

Be aware that spacers will require either longer studs or lugnuts that are full threaded. You need a minimum of 8 full turns after engagement of the threads to safely secure the wheel.

Also, the 1" spacers on the front will cause excessive tire wear.
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Old Jul 27, 2013 | 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by HOXXOH
Of course, the first question is Why?

Be aware that spacers will require either longer studs or lugnuts that are full threaded. You need a minimum of 8 full turns after engagement of the threads to safely secure the wheel.

Also, the 1" spacers on the front will cause excessive tire wear.

i agree, why??!!

I dropped the idea
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on the back yes - with longer studs,,,on the front no..
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Old Jul 28, 2013 | 05:57 AM
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8mm maximum all the way around and use ET lug nuts. It's a 'tried and true' method.

This will bring the wheels almost to the fender lip w/o hitting it.
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