Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
[Re: DoctorDiff]
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09/16/14 04:31 AM
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5 x 4.5" bolt pattern A-body conversion axles increase the track 1/4" per side.
Rear rotors increase the track an additional 1/8" per side, for a total assembly width of 58.175".
Thanks... I've got to work on my measuring. But doesn't 57.125 + 2(.250) + 2(.125) = 57.875"? Either I'm really tired, the rear axle info on the tech section is wrong, or I messed up somewhere on my rear end or brake setup.
I just looked at some pictures of my tape measure before I had to leave for the night and it seems to be closer to 58.175" My approximation was just bad looking at the tape measure at a funky angle. I'll post them tomorrow afternoon.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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Samy, I have 4 different sets of 18x9, 18x10, and 19x10.5 wheels with +20 to +50 offsets down here in Escondido if you want to try them before you buy. I can fit the 18x10 with a 285 on the rear of my Valiant if you get the offset perfect. Springs do not need to be re-located. I bought all my wheels thru Americanmuscle.com for $75-$99 each on sale, so don't think this Craigslist deal is the only cost effective way.
If I'm not doing anything Saturday morning, I may be able to drive down for a little bit. I'd have to borrow them for a week or two though as the car is on jack stands.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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I have an 18x9 with a 265/35/18 mounted I could loan you, but the rest are either on the cars (69 Cuda and 67 Valiant) or needed for racing. It would be easier if you could drive the Dart down once you get it back together and we could take stuff on and off as needed... By the way, the 18x9 with a 265 or 275/35/18 can work in front, with some fender massaging....
I'm just trying to find a set of wheels I can get by with at the moment for either a mock up or temporary driving.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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09/17/14 12:21 AM
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Just a suggestion, eBay item# 201104894475
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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Just a suggestion, eBay item# 201104894475
I actually really like the look and they're only about 10 miles away from me. But they sure are pricey... About $2500 after taxes. I'd definitely need a spacer for the rear.
If a standard rear end is 57.125" and mine is 58.175", then that means the rears will need to have ~13mm offset to be center, correct?
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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That price is for all 4.
If it is, he isn't very clear about it.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
[Re: MuuMuu101]
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Look at the first page it says Quantity 4.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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Look at the first page it says Quantity 4.
Yeah, I see it now. Still not clear if it's 1 or 4 wheels. I guess I'd have to give them a call tomorrow. However, with this wheel I'd probably need something like a 0.750-0.900" spacer for the rear assuming the my current brake setup sits about a touch more than half an inch on both sides than stock. 34 - 13 mm = 21 mm, ~0.820". I only have 2" studs. Isn't that getting thick?
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
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09/17/14 01:36 AM
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I'm thinking it would need 1/2" tops. I believe your rear studs thread into the axle, swapping studs on the rear, don't sweat it.
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Re: 275 Series Tires, A-bodies, and Offset Shackles
[Re: Tomswheels]
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09/17/14 03:05 AM
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Samy, do your want a set for Autocross?
I'd like to find a set I can use for all purposes. Something I can take to the autocross, road course, or general cruising around town or the freeway. When/if I get more serious about racing the car I'll probably get two sets of wheels or just move on to track wheels.
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