want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
04-26-2011, 08:18 PM
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want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
Hi guys I have a 95 z28 with alloys I believe these are 16x8 with a +55 offset.
So here are my questions
1. am I right in thinking that my offset is +55
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
Last but not least can you guys recommend some nice looking/preforming black rims that will fit my z28? My price range is 1,000 max with tires and balancing and all that good stuff. Thanks for your time I will much appreciate any help.
So here are my questions
1. am I right in thinking that my offset is +55
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
Last but not least can you guys recommend some nice looking/preforming black rims that will fit my z28? My price range is 1,000 max with tires and balancing and all that good stuff. Thanks for your time I will much appreciate any help.
04-26-2011, 08:43 PM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
Hi guys I have a 95 z28 with alloys I believe these are 16x8 with a +55 offset.
So here are my questions
1. am I right in thinking that my offset is +55
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
Last but not least can you guys recommend some nice looking/preforming black rims that will fit my z28? My price range is 1,000 max with tires and balancing and all that good stuff. Thanks for your time I will much appreciate any help.
So here are my questions
1. am I right in thinking that my offset is +55
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
Last but not least can you guys recommend some nice looking/preforming black rims that will fit my z28? My price range is 1,000 max with tires and balancing and all that good stuff. Thanks for your time I will much appreciate any help.
I would go with Zr-1, C5, or Z06 rims... go to this site
http://www.oewheelsllc.com/Wheels-for-Camaro/c304226/
they have GREAT replica stuff.. looks like OEM w/o the price lol!
I always like putting some type of GM wheel on a Camaro (corvette or camaro rims)
good luck!
04-26-2011, 09:09 PM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
Ya I love the way z06 wheels look I wanted those but i didn't think I would be able to afford them until you showed me that set. Are these wheels just as reliable as the GM version or should I be worried buying replicas?
Still need help with my questions though, thanks guys
Still need help with my questions though, thanks guys
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04-26-2011, 10:06 PM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
1. am I right in thinking that my offset is +55
That is the offset for a stock 8" wide wheel. But the offset you need varies with the wheel width. There is a post in the street wheels/tires FAQ explaining the recommended offset for each width wheel, and where that offset put the inner and outer edge of the tire relative to the internal fender liner and the fender lip.
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
Generally, a wider wheel will perform better. I wouldn't use less than a 9.5" wide wheel, all around. "look best" is totally in the eyes of the beholder. No one can tell you what you will like. Some people like 20's, others hate them, some people like skinnies in the front and wide tires in the rear for a "drag" look.
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
Sure... but what size tires did you buy? I wouldn't use anything less than a 245/50-16. There's not a lot of choice in high performance 16" tires. That's why moving up to 17's make a lot of sense. 18's are good, but anything above that is strictly for looks, not for performance. The solid rear axle used on these cars does not take kindly to 20" wheels with rubber band tires.
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
It's diameter, width, offset and bolt circle (5x4.75" or 120.65mm).
That is the offset for a stock 8" wide wheel. But the offset you need varies with the wheel width. There is a post in the street wheels/tires FAQ explaining the recommended offset for each width wheel, and where that offset put the inner and outer edge of the tire relative to the internal fender liner and the fender lip.
2. When I go to buy new wheels, what sizes will fit and look the best/offer the best performance (this is the question I am looking for the most help with)
Generally, a wider wheel will perform better. I wouldn't use less than a 9.5" wide wheel, all around. "look best" is totally in the eyes of the beholder. No one can tell you what you will like. Some people like 20's, others hate them, some people like skinnies in the front and wide tires in the rear for a "drag" look.
3. If I just go with 16x8s for my new wheels I should be able to use the tires I already have on their correct? I just bought these tires so Id like to avoid buying more tires if possible. I dont want the place where I get my wheels to try and convince me that I need new tires if I dont. Can you guys give me some knowledge/advice to avoid this from happening?
Sure... but what size tires did you buy? I wouldn't use anything less than a 245/50-16. There's not a lot of choice in high performance 16" tires. That's why moving up to 17's make a lot of sense. 18's are good, but anything above that is strictly for looks, not for performance. The solid rear axle used on these cars does not take kindly to 20" wheels with rubber band tires.
4. Is there anything important I need to know when buying new wheels besides making sure I get a size that will fit? or more specifically what do I need to know besides height x width and offset?
It's diameter, width, offset and bolt circle (5x4.75" or 120.65mm).
04-26-2011, 10:52 PM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
ok great thanks for your help. I pretty much understand everything you said but I am still not getting offset completely. Is it the tire or the wheel that has the offset spec? if it is tire then does every tire have a preset offset or is it something that is determined upon installation?
Sorry if some of these questions seem kind of dumb I am pretty good with cars and engines but wheels and tires are new to me.
Sorry if some of these questions seem kind of dumb I am pretty good with cars and engines but wheels and tires are new to me.
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04-26-2011, 10:53 PM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
Ya I love the way z06 wheels look I wanted those but i didn't think I would be able to afford them until you showed me that set. Are these wheels just as reliable as the GM version or should I be worried buying replicas?
Still need help with my questions though, thanks guys
Still need help with my questions though, thanks guys
the site is legit and prices are great....just look around on google and look at the reviews of OE Wheels. there good.
besides if you want the real OEM rims you are going to spend a LOT more then 1,000!
04-27-2011, 05:31 AM
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Re: want to buy new wheels, help with offset and wheel questions
ok great thanks for your help. I pretty much understand everything you said but I am still not getting offset completely. Is it the tire or the wheel that has the offset spec? if it is tire then does every tire have a preset offset or is it something that is determined upon installation?
Sorry if some of these questions seem kind of dumb I am pretty good with cars and engines but wheels and tires are new to me.
Sorry if some of these questions seem kind of dumb I am pretty good with cars and engines but wheels and tires are new to me.
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