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11syn3rgy · 11-23-2013, 08:01 PM

Hey guys,

I'm about to pick up a set of replica C6 Z06 18x9.5 rims for my 2011 Camaro SS and I have a dumb question. I realize the offset is 40mm in the rear and 35mm in the front, but would I be able to buy replica Z06 18" rims with a 40mm offset for the front? I can't imagine that 5mm is even visable, is it? Will this even work? Any advice or thoughts would be appreciated.

Supercharged SS · 11-23-2013, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 11syn3rgy

Hey guys,

I'm about to pick up a set of replica C6 Z06 18x9.5 rims for my 2011 Camaro SS and I have a dumb question. I realize the offset is 40mm in the rear and 35mm in the front, but would I be able to buy replica Z06 18" rims with a 40mm offset for the front? I can't imagine that 5mm is even visable, is it? Will this even work? Any advice or thoughts would be appreciated.

What's your question? Are you looking to put a set of replicas in the front?

11syn3rgy · 11-23-2013, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Supercharged SS

What's your question? Are you looking to put a set of replicas in the front?

Yup. Will the same (rear) replicas work on the front?

Supercharged SS · 11-23-2013, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 11syn3rgy

Yup. Will the same (rear) replicas work on the front?

I would think so. Get the rears then try them on the front. That way you'll know for sure.

11syn3rgy · 11-23-2013, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Supercharged SS

I would think so. Get the rears then try them on the front. That way you'll know for sure.

Good thinkin.

Supercharged SS · 11-23-2013, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 11syn3rgy

Good thinkin.

Lol. Every once in a while all the neurons fire at once!!

Trob85 · 11-23-2013, 08:54 PM

Is it going to be for a dd or track setup

jbrown13 · 11-23-2013, 09:39 PM

I'm guessing you'll have to get rid of the front brake roller skates (harmonic dampeners) before any 18" wheel will fit. My 18" Welds would not fit with the roller skates.

Pro Stock John · 11-24-2013, 06:47 PM

I have 18x9.5 ZR1 replicas front and back.

Front you will need 5mm spacer (maybe 4mm I have one to try), and you will need to shave part of the spindle (if that is the right word). You need to swap brake pads or cut off the wheels:

I put tape there to see if if the tire rubs, you can see the shaved metal:

Front tire size probably makes a difference too:

11syn3rgy · 11-24-2013, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Trob85

Is it going to be for a dd or track setup

Drag strip only.

11-23-2013, 08:01 PM	#1
11syn3rgy JT Synergy RS/2SS Drives: 2011 Camaro RS/2SS (L99) Synergy Join Date: May 2013 Location: Hager City, WI Posts: 697	Dumb question (18" rims on SS) Hey guys, I'm about to pick up a set of replica C6 Z06 18x9.5 rims for my 2011 Camaro SS and I have a dumb question. I realize the offset is 40mm in the rear and 35mm in the front, but would I be able to buy replica Z06 18" rims with a 40mm offset for the front? I can't imagine that 5mm is even visable, is it? Will this even work? Any advice or thoughts would be appreciated.

11-24-2013, 06:47 PM	#9
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	I have 18x9.5 ZR1 replicas front and back. Front you will need 5mm spacer (maybe 4mm I have one to try), and you will need to shave part of the spindle (if that is the right word). You need to swap brake pads or cut off the wheels: I put tape there to see if if the tire rubs, you can see the shaved metal: Front tire size probably makes a difference too: __________________ PROJECT HEAVY CHEVY Camaro Now: Mods for the Masses Part I \| Part II 13.15@106 1.95 \| 100% Stock 12.37@112 1.85 \| + Kooks Headers/Cats + 20" 555R + CAI + BW TB + UDP + Tune 12.06@113 1.70 \| + CD 3200 + 18" NT05R + RCR Intake + NE OTR + GPI Tune 11.84@115 1.59 \| + 3.91s + Race Star 17x7 Fronts 10.90@125 1.47 \| + GPI VVT Cam + BW Ported Heads + CD 3800

11-23-2013, 08:54 PM	#7
Trob85 Svt lol Drives: 2011 ss inferno orange blown Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Topeka Posts: 2,312	Is it going to be for a dd or track setup

11-23-2013, 09:39 PM	#8
jbrown13 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Perry, GA Posts: 553	I'm guessing you'll have to get rid of the front brake roller skates (harmonic dampeners) before any 18" wheel will fit. My 18" Welds would not fit with the roller skates.