Silver C6 18x9.5 and 19x10 on 70 chevelle pics

[bochnak]

So I picked these wheels up for $450. Let me know what you think. I do not have the tires or adapters as of now.

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[TPI Monte SS]

I think they'll look awesome!

[bochnak]

I think they'll look awesome!

Thanks! It's hard for me to imagine them installed. I figure the investment is not much, and can always sell them for what I paid. I'll look for some used tires (my buddy works at a tire shop and may come across a set)

Anyone have any paint/photoshop skills that can paint in some tires? I've tried and it drove me nuts!

[bochnak]

I think they'll look awesome!

I see you have the ZR1 wheels? I really was looking for those as my first choice. Are they 17x9.5 and 17x11?

[Nine Ball]

Surprisingly, they seem to match well. I just wish newer cars had the deep rear lip on them, the flat face wheel always bothered me on my previous C6.

Hey, recycle some of that cardboard, don't use the car as a shelf. lol

[bochnak]

Surprisingly, they seem to match well. I just wish newer cars had the deep rear lip on them, the flat face wheel always bothered me on my previous C6.

Hey, recycle some of that cardboard, don't use the car as a shelf. lol

I know what you mean about the flat face....oh well.

Cardboard is going in the trash this week. I'm remodeling the kitchen, hence all the junk in the garage. Poor car won't see the road for 2 months.

[Samckitt]

I have photoshop. I'll see what I can do to put a tire on that wheel.
Stay tuned.....

[Samckitt]

Just a quick edit.

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[bochnak]

I have photoshop. I'll see what I can do to put a tire on that wheel.
Stay tuned.....

Thanks, paint was driving me nuts!!!

[Boesch]

I was trying to find the car in the picture! :)

I really like the silver with the green.

[bochnak]

I was trying to find the car in the picture! :)

I really like the silver with the green.

Here are some pics when the garage was clear:

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/show...ghlight=spacer (http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=203024&highlight=spacer)

[ALLKAR]

Looks Good!
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[bochnak]

Yeah it does....thanks!!!

[buickfunnycar.com]

If you're happy with them,that's all that matters but without a nice,deep lip on them to work with the mass of these cars,I can't even look at them.

[2yellow69]

I dig it. I've got the same wheels for my 69 camaro. I just need to roll the fender lips to get them to fit.

Matt

P.S. I got used RFT's for the rear on ebay for $60.50 shipped. They have about half their tread.

[bochnak]

I dig it. I've got the same wheels for my 69 camaro. I just need to roll the fender lips to get them to fit.

Matt

P.S. I got used RFT's for the rear on ebay for $60.50 shipped. They have about half their tread.

Post some pics!

My buddy works at a dealer, and comes across tires all the time. I bet he can find me a pair for the front in decent shape for free.

I'll check out ebay for the rears for sure...thanks!

[2yellow69]

bochnak,

Here are some pics. It's dark outside and snowing so for now this is the best I could do. The front is lowered 2", the rear 1". The rear wheels and tires are 18x9.5 c5 with 275/40/18. I need to do a little work to fit the 19x10's with 285/35/19.

Matt

[bochnak]

bochnak,

Here are some pics. It's dark outside and snowing so for now this is the best I could do. The front is lowered 2", the rear 1". The rear wheels and tires are 18x9.5 c5 with 275/40/18. I need to do a little work to fit the 19x10's with 285/35/19.

Matt

Looks good.

Do you know if they make center caps with a bow tie logo?

[2yellow69]

Not sure. Haven't seen any yet.

Matt

[Boesch]

I haven't seen any bow tie logo caps over on the corvette forums.

[mone]

They look ok but remind me of hubcaps kinda with the spoke design and no lip..gives the car a sporty look which is not a bad thing..

[bochnak]

I haven't seen any bow tie logo caps over on the corvette forums.

I also have checked on ebay with no luck.

[bochnak]

Allkar,

Would you please move the wheel/tire so that the tire and fender lip are even. I don't know if the car will go that low!

[ALLKAR]

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[bochnak]

Thanks. I need to aquire some of those photoshop skills!

[TPI Monte SS]

I see you have the ZR1 wheels? I really was looking for those as my first choice. Are they 17x9.5 and 17x11?

Actually, they're 17x8's with 0" offset. They were made by SLP for a few years, but I believe they're discontinued now. I really wish they came in a wider size, but it's nice not having to shell out the $$ for adapters too.

And, ALLKAR did a killer chop there; really gives you an idea of how awesome those C6 wheels will look on the Chevelle! Good luck!

[bochnak]

Mounted 1 rear with a 3" adapter. Fit perfect! I need to lower the rear 1.5" min.

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[jackfrost]

looks awesome.

i would wait til you get the front on the ground and let it settle a little before you figure out how much to drop it...

[bochnak]

looks awesome.

i would wait til you get the front on the ground and let it settle a little before you figure out how much to drop it...

Well, I plan on buying new rear springs to match the new ones up front. I will also be running a hidden adjuster, so I can tune the height.

[bochnak]

Finally mounted up:

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[Samckitt]

Looks good, I like it.

[buickfunnycar.com]

Would look killer if it had a nice deep lip on them...sorta like this:
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[AButler]

One of the only cars that look good with flat face wheels. Get a pic without the cover so i can add it to my Screen Saver pics.


Finally mounted up:

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[DarkoNova]

That looks badass! I agree, get a pic without the cover (and maybe outside) so we can all have new desktop pics! :bananna2:

Matt

[bochnak]

I'll post a better pick in a few weeks. I have it torn down and installing Varishocks.

[skatinjay27]

i usually dont like lip-less wheels... but those look great on your car!!!hell they look better on it they they look on the vettes.lol

[bochnak]

i usually dont like lip-less wheels... but those look great on your car!!!hell they look better on it they they look on the vettes.lol

thanks!

[Motown 454]

I think they look great , I always like those wheels

[Payton King]

Mine are the polished ones

[bochnak]

Mine are the polished ones

Do you happen to have a side shot to show your brake set-up? Curious to see how much better it will look over drums!

[bart007]

Any chance of getting the final specs on the wheel install? What size adapters frt to rear and what size tires did you go with. Great look and I have the same wheels to go on my 70 Tempest.
Thanks, Art

[Gtrpunk23]

Car looks great! Did you think about maybe makin the wheels a few shades dark, I think thatd go well with the dark paint.

[KnightMare]

That green on the Chevelle looks real good

[bochnak]

Any chance of getting the final specs on the wheel install? What size adapters frt to rear and what size tires did you go with. Great look and I have the same wheels to go on my 70 Tempest.
Thanks, Art

Wheels:
18x8.5 front and 19x10 rear wheels

Tires (stock vette run flats):
front 245/40/18 rear 285/35/19

I measured the BS with a straight edge:
Front: 7" so I went with a 2" adapter
Rear: 8.56" so I went with a 3" adapter (a 2.5" would have worked as well)

[bochnak]

Car looks great! Did you think about maybe makin the wheels a few shades dark, I think thatd go well with the dark paint.

I was thinking a gun metal gray would look nice. I have to address other areas of the car, so I probably won't paint them anytime soon.

[bochnak]

That green on the Chevelle looks real good

Thanks. It's my favorite color.

[bart007]

Wheels:
18x8.5 front and 19x10 rear wheels

Tires (stock vette run flats):
front 245/40/18 rear 285/35/19

I measured the BS with a straight edge:
Front: 7" so I went with a 2" adapter
Rear: 8.56" so I went with a 3" adapter (a 2.5" would have worked as well)

Thanks abunch, I have measured the rear and came up w/3" as well. I have also ordered the same size tires, figure the frt will be about the same as yours. Good reference numbers. Thanks

[bochnak]

Thanks abunch, I have measured the rear and came up w/3" as well. I have also ordered the same size tires, figure the frt will be about the same as yours. Good reference numbers. Thanks

With a 3" adapter in the rear, I have about 1/2" clearance between tire and "stock untrimmed" fender lip. It's actually a little tighter on the RR. Anyway, I winged it around some turns with NO rubbing.

BTW, my rear suspension is all original stock except for 175lb springs, including non boxed lowers. I plan to attack that next.

[Payton King]

SLA6 in front with 13 inch 2 piece rotors and SLA4 with the same rotor in the rear

[bochnak]

SLA6 in front with 13 inch 2 piece rotors and SLA4 with the same rotor in the rear

Looks great. Your car is loooow!

[bochnak]

OK, I do have rubbing on the RR. The tire to fender clearance on the LR is over 1/2", where it is less than 1/4" on the RR.

I know this is a fairly common problem, and all my rear suspension is original and non boxed lowers. My body mounts are original as well.

I won't worry about this until I have all the bushings replaced, and see where it sits.

BTW, A 2.75" adapter would have worked perfect.

[bart007]

OK, I do have rubbing on the RR. The tire to fender clearance on the LR is over 1/2", where it is less than 1/4" on the RR.

I know this is a fairly common problem, and all my rear suspension is original and non boxed lowers. My body mounts are original as well.

I won't worry about this until I have all the bushings replaced, and see where it sits.

BTW, A 2.75" adapter would have worked perfect.

Good info, thanks for the update. I have yet to order my spacers and am still searching for a good buy.

[bochnak]

Good info, thanks for the update. I have yet to order my spacers and am still searching for a good buy.

Here is the cheapest 2" I was able to find (visit seller's store for additional sizes):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3AEOIBSAA%3AUS%3A11&viewitem=&item=120293878711

The 3" were used from private seller vs. a store linked above.

[WILWAXU]

I bought a set from this guy. Ultra fast shipping.
http://stores.ebay.com/CJ-BARGINS

Couple of the board sponsors can get custom sizes if you need them. Unfortunately, custom comes with a custom price.

[skatinjay27]

Looks great. Your car is loooow!1969... very decieving car when it come to height. lol

[bochnak]

I bought a set from this guy. Ultra fast shipping.
http://stores.ebay.com/CJ-BARGINS

Couple of the board sponsors can get custom sizes if you need them. Unfortunately, custom comes with a custom price.\

Yes, I have also considered that seller.

I agree with custom orders costing big $$$$.

One thing to consider when buying these adapters is the OD. I haven't measured what mine is, but it could be a bit larger to fully accept the mating surface of the wheel. I would say it could be a 1/8" or 1/4" larger in DIA.

[WILWAXU]

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Yes, I have also considered that seller.

I agree with custom orders costing big $$$$.

One thing to consider when buying these adapters is the OD. I haven't measured what mine is, but it could be a bit larger to fully accept the mating surface of the wheel. I would say it could be a 1/8" or 1/4" larger in DIA.Stick with the ones specifically for Camaro/Corvette. They fit the hub snuggly and match the wheel surface.

[Payton King]

used a drop version of the 21st century sub frame. Front rocker height is 6 inches and rear is 7.

I had to raise the tunnel in my car 3 inches.

I really like those wheels on the Chevelle as well. The run flats do not have much grip.

[bochnak]

The run flats do not have much grip.

That is what I hear, but could not afford new tires. Used non run flat are hard to come by.

[Payton King]

Sidewall is stiff...but you are going to dig the way your car drives and you will not need to carry a spare. The crisp lines on the rims pick up the crisp body lines of the Chevelle really well.

I think you made a good choice!

[bochnak]

Some more pics. I dropped the rear about 1":

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[lh_kustoms]

looks great a little lower in the rear. nice car I have a 70 as well love these body styles

[bochnak]

looks great a little lower in the rear. nice car I have a 70 as well love these body styles

Thanks. This is as low as I want it.

[bochnak]

I have to replace the 3" for 2.5" out back. It will still rub even after replacing all the bushings.

[boynton6spd]

I have the same rims on my 67 Impala Fastback...I would love to post pics but I don't know how...

[bochnak]

I have the same rims on my 67 Impala Fastback...I would love to post pics but I don't know how...

What size adapters?

[boynton6spd]

What size adapters?

I used 2" in the front w/no issues.
In the rear I had to use longer studs, 7/16" spacer, then a 3" adapter and everything is fine.
I got this idea from a guy in Miami who used these rims on a 69 camaro...500 hp and he beats the heck out of it w/no issues!!!
My car is a cruiser so I don't anticipate any issues.

P.S. I LOVE YOUR CAR!!!

[bochnak]

I used 2" in the front w/no issues.
In the rear I had to use longer studs, 7/16" spacer, then a 3" adapter and everything is fine.
I got this idea from a guy in Miami who used these rims on a 69 camaro...500 hp and he beats the heck out of it w/no issues!!!
My car is a cruiser so I don't anticipate any issues.

P.S. I LOVE YOUR CAR!!!

Thanks. Post some pics. I'm sure there are threads on how-to.

[beach70]

How does it do with the new spacers?

[bochnak]

How does it do with the new spacers?

I ordered the 2.5" adapters yesterday. I'll post feedback on fitment. It will be on the road beginning of April or when salt gets washed away, which ever comes first.

I also replaced all rear sus bushings, so I expect the rubbing to go away.

[beach70]

Look forward to hearing about them.
thanks

brandon

[bochnak]

I mounted the rears with 2.5” adapters. Fitment is much better. Previously, with 3”, BS was 5.5”, with 2.5”, BS is 6.0”.

There is one area on the LH inner wheel well with about a 5/16” clearance. I hope it does not rub in this area. If it does, I can persuade the sheet metal a bit. Also, when I upgrade to discs, it will add about .200” to the track width per side.

I’ll be able to test drive in a few weeks.

[greensahara]

I must say it would be nice if they had a lip on the outside but its hard to pass up at that price for the wheels. I'm tring to find a set of wheels to put on my 72 its a long ways off but just looking at options and those might be one. looks good

[cp72ss]

Hello,

I just posted a question about what size of rim will fit under a stock rear tub. If you have any addition info I would appreciate it. I was looking at a 19x12 rear and 18x10 etc front. was looking to go with the low and mean look, but am now thinking that I would have to run mini tubs.

Sorry forgot to mention I have a 72SS Chevelle, thanks

Thanks,
Chris

[mjdwyer23]

Any updates? How's she ride? What's your final combo wheel/spacers/tires? Thanks!

[bochnak]

Any updates? How's she ride? What's your final combo wheel/spacers/tires? Thanks!

Posted updates here:

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=221576&page=4&highlight=c6*+wheels

Gashed my tire due to some sheet metal pointing toward the tire. I massaged it with a hammer. This area was near the tailpipe.

I have no rubbing at all and adapters are 2"/2.5" F/R.

I love the ride. Definitely a bit firmer, but the low profile helps cornering much better.

[bochnak]

Here are some pics of the C5 brakes I just finished over the winter:

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/show...82#post3284182