Centerline Wheels
10-22-2018, 07:00 PM
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Centerline Wheels
I have a set of 15x7 Centerline auto drags that have sentimental value to me. My dad bought them for me just before he passed away. They have 3.3" backspace. Will these fit on a C2 Corvette? I want to put them on a '64 or '65 Vette. Thanks much
10-22-2018, 08:00 PM
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If the rims are true 7" wide inside the bead flanges (7.75 to 8 inches outside the flanges) the car will need flared fenders.
Typical backspace for 7" rims that fit, with some work, is 3.75 to 4 inches.
if you have the rims, there is no reason not to store them until you have a car and can test fit them on whatever car you end up with (you might like a car with flared fenders).
Typical backspace for 7" rims that fit, with some work, is 3.75 to 4 inches.
if you have the rims, there is no reason not to store them until you have a car and can test fit them on whatever car you end up with (you might like a car with flared fenders).
10-22-2018, 08:21 PM
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They will fit fine on a drum brake rear, possibly in the fronts with the right tire size.
10-23-2018, 10:54 AM
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It's a very purposeful looking wheel, not normally seen on a street C2 ...
Good luck and welcome to the Corvette Forum... GUSTO
10-23-2018, 01:10 PM
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They are a bit unorthodox for C2 Vettes. I have always loved these wheels and this particular set have sentimental value to me. Thanks for your input - I sure appreciate it.
10-23-2018, 01:21 PM
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Had those on my Pontiac Trans Am back in the 70s. Pretty cool at the time and had a good reputation for strength. Haven't stood the test of time as well as the traditional Cragers, ETs, Radar 5-spoke wheels.