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Nov 28, 2015 | 11:35 PM

david.a8.z51

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Looking for drag wheels

I've been scouring the Internet for rear 18 inch by 10.5 inch drag wheels for my 15 z51. About the only thing I'm finding are the Racestars. I would like to find something that resembles the factory wheel or at least have some other options. Thanks.

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Nov 29, 2015 | 08:40 AM

jacksnorm

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I bought a set of Matte Black TSW Interlaggos 18x10.5 65 offset, weight 24lbs per rim. Mounted a set of Nitto NT 555R's 305/35/18. They work great street and strip.

Nov 29, 2015 | 09:57 AM

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I bought a set of Matte Black TSW Interlaggos 18x10.5 65 offset, weight 24lbs per rim. Mounted a set of Nitto NT 555R's 305/35/18. They work great street and strip.

I appreciate the info. I'll look into those right now.

Nov 29, 2015 | 11:05 AM

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Another option is factory C5 Z06 rear wheels. 18 X 10.5 58mm offset. 21lbs. A piece.

Nov 29, 2015 | 04:20 PM

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Thanks, I didn't know about that.

Nov 29, 2015 | 08:41 PM

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C5Z wheels are going to stick out from the fenders.

If you want something nice:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-tire-kit.html

Nov 29, 2015 | 09:07 PM

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C5Z wheels are going to stick out from the fenders.

If you want something nice:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-tire-kit.html

Thanks for the input... I had no options and now I have too many. I have seen a pic or two of the stingray with c5z wheels but the camera angle didn't allow a good perception. Wonder how much rubber would be sticking out with a 285.

Nov 29, 2015 | 09:16 PM

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Is anyone using the c5z wheel as a drag wheel? Any good pictures.

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Nov 29, 2015 | 09:37 PM

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The 18 x 11 75mm Oz Alleggerita rear wheel is listed under the C6 at TR.

If a budget square setup is wanted then the C7 front wheel is the C5 Z06 rear wheel and that's 18 x 10.5 58mm
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Nov 29, 2015 | 10:26 PM

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ccw or foreglines also

Nov 29, 2015 | 11:06 PM

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Is anyone using the c5z wheel as a drag wheel? Any good pictures.

there have been some posted. they stick out 1 to 1.5 inches.

Nov 30, 2015 | 12:32 PM

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there have been some posted. they stick out 1 to 1.5 inches.

Got any pictures you could post Higgs.

Nov 30, 2015 | 02:21 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jacksnorm

I bought a set of Matte Black TSW Interlaggos 18x10.5 65 offset, weight 24lbs per rim. Mounted a set of Nitto NT 555R's 305/35/18. They work great street and strip.

I've decided to go with the tsw. Thank you.

Nov 30, 2015 | 02:23 PM

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I've decided to go with the 18x10.5 65 offset TSW. I went through West Coast Corvettes and have been assured if the fitment isn't right, I can return them. That's all you can ask for.

Nov 30, 2015 | 04:47 PM

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I've decided to go with the 18x10.5 65 offset TSW. I went through West Coast Corvettes and have been assured if the fitment isn't right, I can return them. That's all you can ask for.

Check this link Post#518. I have a pic posted of my car with the TSW's.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...t-list-26.html

Nov 30, 2015 | 07:58 PM

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Check this link Post#518. I have a pic posted of my car with the TSW's.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...t-list-26.html

Thanks a bunch for the pic. Looks good. I like the low weight of the wheels. It's hard to tell from the pic but how much do they stick out from the fenders, if any. I was gonna go with nt05 Drs but it looks like you're getting good 60fts out of the more streetable version. Thanks for all the help.

Nov 30, 2015 | 08:27 PM

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They stick out maybe an 1/8th" looking down from the top of the fender. This setup works great, I've been a best of 1.5960ft.

Nov 30, 2015 | 08:44 PM

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They stick out maybe an 1/8th" looking down from the top of the fender. This setup works great, I've been a best of 1.5960ft.

Where did you purchase those wheels Jack?

Nov 30, 2015 | 08:46 PM

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Where did you purchase those wheels Jack?

Discount Tire Direct

Nov 30, 2015 | 08:48 PM

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Quote:

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They stick out maybe an 1/8th" looking down from the top of the fender. This setup works great, I've been a best of 1.5960ft.

Very helpful. I can live with that. Thanks for all the info. Can't wait for my wheels to get here!

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