Anyone running 18x11 Weld RTS (S71 5-spoke) rims? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

fldrummer · 07-23-2015, 08:07 AM

'Looking for traction before I crank up the boost some more. Since I don't daily-drive my beast anymore and rarely go to the track, I'm looking for a nice setup that would be a nice compromise for street and strip duty, without having to swap wheels.

I've seen some guys running 325-width DRs on 17x10 Weld RTS rims, but I hate that huge sidewall bulge and don't think I wanna go that small and don't like the look of having larger wheels in the front. That said, I was thinking an 18x9 front (with 265-50-18 Nitto NT555s) and 18x11 rear (with 325-40-18 M&H Racemasters) would be a nice setup, even though it's a little pricier than a 17" setup.

Now to my questions. Is anyone here running a similar setup? If so, how do you like it? Also, what offset/backspace is needed for these particular sizes (Weld's fitment guide doesn't mention 11"-wide specs for the Camaro, yet I see others running 11"-wide rims)? Will stock lugnuts work, or do I need a different type? What about TPMS sensors? Thanks, in advance.

fldrummer · 08-04-2015, 07:56 AM

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07-23-2015, 08:07 AM	#1
fldrummer "Black Ace" Drives: Supercharged 2010 SS, 2016 Golf R Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 1,352	Anyone running 18x11 Weld RTS (S71 5-spoke) rims? 'Looking for traction before I crank up the boost some more. Since I don't daily-drive my beast anymore and rarely go to the track, I'm looking for a nice setup that would be a nice compromise for street and strip duty, without having to swap wheels. I've seen some guys running 325-width DRs on 17x10 Weld RTS rims, but I hate that huge sidewall bulge and don't think I wanna go that small and don't like the look of having larger wheels in the front. That said, I was thinking an 18x9 front (with 265-50-18 Nitto NT555s) and 18x11 rear (with 325-40-18 M&H Racemasters) would be a nice setup, even though it's a little pricier than a 17" setup. Now to my questions. Is anyone here running a similar setup? If so, how do you like it? Also, what offset/backspace is needed for these particular sizes (Weld's fitment guide doesn't mention 11"-wide specs for the Camaro, yet I see others running 11"-wide rims)? Will stock lugnuts work, or do I need a different type? What about TPMS sensors? Thanks, in advance. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 "Black Ace" - Delivered 6/4/2009 Mods: Forged 416 LS3, Maggie TVS 2300 SC (~11 psi), custom cam (232/247, .630/.630, 118 LSA), 90-lb. injectors, ZL1 fuel pump & ADM controller, Alky Control meth kit, Monster LT1-SC twin-disk clutch, ZL1 drivetrain conversion w/ DSS 1000-HP axles & 1-pc. driveshaft, CAI Inc. intake w/ ADM scoop, XS Power full exhaust (1 7/8" LT headers with 3" off-road pipes), VMAX CNC-ported TB, LSR adjustable sway bars, LPE rear end-links, BMR 1" drop, BMR polyurethane bushings; UMI trailing arms & toe rods. Built & tuned by Kraftworks. 755 rwhp/708 rwtq

08-04-2015, 07:56 AM	#2
fldrummer "Black Ace" Drives: Supercharged 2010 SS, 2016 Golf R Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 1,352	bump __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 "Black Ace" - Delivered 6/4/2009 Mods: Forged 416 LS3, Maggie TVS 2300 SC (~11 psi), custom cam (232/247, .630/.630, 118 LSA), 90-lb. injectors, ZL1 fuel pump & ADM controller, Alky Control meth kit, Monster LT1-SC twin-disk clutch, ZL1 drivetrain conversion w/ DSS 1000-HP axles & 1-pc. driveshaft, CAI Inc. intake w/ ADM scoop, XS Power full exhaust (1 7/8" LT headers with 3" off-road pipes), VMAX CNC-ported TB, LSR adjustable sway bars, LPE rear end-links, BMR 1" drop, BMR polyurethane bushings; UMI trailing arms & toe rods. Built & tuned by Kraftworks. 755 rwhp/708 rwtq