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05-25-2011 #1
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Ok, so I got out today and did some real life measurements and it looks like I only need another 1/4" for clearance. Not sure I want to push it that close. I may try a 5/16" spacer with some new longer and upgraded studs. These wheels will be for street only. I have my race tires for track time. But I do want it to be safe at any rate. Street miles can be some of the harshist mileage.
It sounds like nobody has much love for spacers in general but has anybody ever had one fail?
Robert
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05-25-2011 #2
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They may have a bad rep due to some of the cast ones out there, but I can't see a problem with using billet AL ones- just make sure they are not too sloppy of a fit on the studs and are large enough O.D. This would also be a good time to upgrade to 1/2" or larger studs if you haven't already.
05-26-2011 #3
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I ran some billet 3/8" spacers from Baer on the front of the Chevelle all of last year and never had a problem. Never had as much as one loose lug nut all year with over 4,000 street miles and several track events. Most people will say not to go past 1/2" if you can. Anything more than that should require an adapter with a separate set of studs.
Chris Jacobs
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