Yet another 2nd Gen Camaro - Project/update

[gerno]

In case anyone else is looking for the caliper mount bolt size, the Chevy factory C5 caliper mount bolts are M14x2x47. The Chevy dealer didn't have them in stock but Fastenal had some M14x2x50 grade 8 cap screws (actually the metric equivalent whatever that is). The 50mm bolt with a flat and lock washer is a perfect length and they not actually fit the bore in the spindles.

[glassman]

Steve, did or are you changing rims? or i should ask, what type of b/s or tread can you get up front? I'm watching this closely and thank you for posting in such detail while i make up my mind on which front to get for my 2nd gen....

Mike

[gerno]

I will be changing the rims and most likely going with some CCW LM20's in a 18x10 and 18x 11.5 but I don't know from sure yet. I need to install the passenger front suspension hopefully today then start the measurement process. Jay at Speedtech said I could get ~6" BS. Once I get the measurements I'll post them up. I'm hoping a 295/335 tire combo may fit....

[glassman]

thats a sticky combo for sure. I know that will be tight. But i hope you can do it.

thanx for the info, mike

[gerno]

I'm finally getting to the point where I need to figure out the actual wheel/tire combo I'm going to run. I have the front fully welded in and all pieces mocked up. With my 275x17 rear wheels on the front there is loads of clearance with the new parts. I'm starting to lean to the 315/275 combo on a 11.5 rim for simplicity and ability to go to a 335 rear later if desired. The biggest debate is wheel choice. The LM20 CCW's seem like the best wheel for what I am looking to do in my price range. Now I'm just debating gold vs grey centers. Here is a rough photoshop of the gold on the car.

[gerno]

And an even worse attempt with Grey wheels. Thinking may have to try satin black centers.

[glassman]

You thought at all about going 18's for brake clearance? or are the 17's good and a little taller sidewall?

[FETorino]

Originally Posted by carbuff

It's Dave and Rob you have to watch out for, they will spend an hour crawling around under your car if you don't watch out! Greg just makes fun of things like air cleaners, but you can't really trust his judgement since he's such a big fan of The Salt Lick.

Hey we were nothing but helpful identifying potential safety issues.

Front past experience, it's pretty tough to get a 315 to fit without cutting a wheel well lip and pounding in the seat buckle bump if you have one. Even then, it's still tight, but the panhard will help. We'll stick one up and see what it looks like to you. Maybe next weekend if you can wait that long?

Originally Posted by gerno

I will be changing the rims and most likely going with some CCW LM20's in a 18x10 and 18x 11.5 but I don't know from sure yet. I need to install the passenger front suspension hopefully today then start the measurement process. Jay at Speedtech said I could get ~6" BS. Once I get the measurements I'll post them up. I'm hoping a 295/335 tire combo may fit....

Originally Posted by gerno

I'm finally getting to the point where I need to figure out the actual wheel/tire combo I'm going to run. I have the front fully welded in and all pieces mocked up. With my 275x17 rear wheels on the front there is loads of clearance with the new parts. I'm starting to lean to the 315/275 combo on a 11.5 rim for simplicity and ability to go to a 335 rear later if desired. The biggest debate is wheel choice. The LM20 CCW's seem like the best wheel for what I am looking to do in my price range. Now I'm just debating gold vs grey centers. Here is a rough photoshop of the gold on the car.

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Steve It looks like you've made a bunch of progress since we hung out at COTA and Blacks BBQ.

Those grey centers look pretty cool.

Originally Posted by gerno

He's what the wheel will most likely look like.

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How about some pictures of your rear wheels with the 275s mocked up on your front? How much SB do those rims have and how wide are they? If you want a 295 up front can you fit an 18 x 11" wheel? I have a wheel fit tool you could borrow if you want to check out some fitment options.

[gerno]

Lots has changed since then but now I just need to get it finished. I'm out of town until tomorrow but will get some pics when I get back. If I could borrow the figment tool I would awesome. I'm very nervous I'm going to get the measurement wrong