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Old 04-28-2010, 09:18 PM
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Default just bought some Z06 wheels for my 68!!

like the title says guys i just bought those wheels for 68 camaro but they dont fit... i knew that i am going to need to modify the wheel wells but i dont know what??? so question can anyone tell me what i need to do to get these wheels to fit on my 68 camaro please! thanks in advance. im also new to this pro touring scene LOL

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Old 04-28-2010, 10:32 PM
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like the title says guys i just bought those wheels for 68 camaro but they dont fit... i knew that i am going to need to modify the wheel wells but i dont know what??? so question can anyone tell me what i need to do to get these wheels to fit on my 68 camaro please! thanks in advance. im also new to this pro touring scene LOL
You need a mini tub in the rear, dont you?
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Old 04-28-2010, 10:48 PM
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I think there is quite a bit of modification to fit these wheels
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Im pretty sure rear tubs and spacer for front and rear. But i could be wrong.
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First question, are they C5 Z06 or C6 Z06? Originals or reproductions? The size and offset should be stamped/cast into the wheel mounting pad, so if you post up that information, that would help others help you.

Since all C5 and C6 wheels are medium to high-offset wheels, you'll need wheel adapters front and rear no matter what and probably mini-tubs in the rear like the earlier posts have said. If you have C6 Z06 wheels, a new subframe up front built for wider wheels/tires will be needed unless you're okay having the turning radius of a semi.

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Old 04-30-2010, 01:24 AM
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First question, are they C5 Z06 or C6 Z06? Originals or reproductions? The size and offset should be stamped/cast into the wheel mounting pad, so if you post up that information, that would help others help you.

Since all C5 and C6 wheels are medium to high-offset wheels, you'll need wheel adapters front and rear no matter what and probably mini-tubs in the rear like the earlier posts have said. If you have C6 Z06 wheels, a new subframe up front built for wider wheels/tires will be needed unless you're okay having the turning radius of a semi.

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theyre the C5 Z06 wheels. i have the tubs and drop spindles already what else would i need like what kinda spacers and where can i get em guys?? thanks in advance! JOE
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where can I get em guys??
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Drop spindles, eh? I'd suggest reading the sticky at the top of the Suspension Forum regarding drop spindles on rear steer F/X-body applications. With any backspacing over 4", you're likely to have interference issues between your tie-rod end and wheel hoop.

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damn!! LOL yea i got the dse min tubs i need my car lowered i love the way it looks with drop spindles. i might even air bag it. thanks for all the feed back guys!
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damn!! LOL yea i got the dse min tubs i need my car lowered i love the way it looks with drop spindles. i might even air bag it. thanks for all the feed back guys!
Place those drop spindles in your nearest trash can and put a stock spindle back on it. You can get the stance you want with a spring, either out of the box "lowering" spring, or a cut spring. Or use air bags with a stock sprindle.

What are the wheel specs? Width , backspace etc.
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