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BIGK909 · 06-23-2010, 08:59 PM

I just lowered my v6 using the H&R springs, but I want the tires to be more flush with the wheel wells. I was playing with the idea of getting the H&R wheel spacers, but im not sure if this is such a good idea. I just want some opinions on whether this is worth doing or not.

Nine Ball · 06-23-2010, 10:42 PM

I wouldn't recommend any spacer more than 1/4" thick. Also depends on how much lug stud protrudes, and to make sure you engage enough threads when you tighten the lug nuts down.

BIGK909 · 06-24-2010, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine Ball

I wouldn't recommend any spacer more than 1/4" thick. Also depends on how much lug stud protrudes, and to make sure you engage enough threads when you tighten the lug nuts down.

What if i used the hubcentric spacer and i got longer lug studs. Would there still be risk of problems or would that be the safest option to go with?

Kreature · 06-24-2010, 04:11 AM

i too would like any thoughts or opinions on these. i totally have no idea what spacers are except that they just spread your rear wheels more far apart. my friend gave me the idea just last night and i decided to do some research but i would rather listen to a car savy man such as nineball.

g-townmach · 06-24-2010, 07:11 AM

I ran 1/2 hubcentric spacers on my 04 cobra. I used longer moroso studs and open lugnuts.

Worked fine.

No matter how thick you go I would suggest putting in longer/stronger studs.

BIGK909 · 06-24-2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by g-townmach

I ran 1/2 hubcentric spacers on my 04 cobra. I used longer moroso studs and open lugnuts.

Worked fine.

No matter how thick you go I would suggest putting in longer/stronger studs.

Did you ever take it down the strip or race it?

KnightRider · 06-24-2010, 02:24 PM

I'll be getting a set too when they become available. My car is lowered an inch with Eibach and I don't like how sunken-in the wheels are right now. A set of 20mm-25mm should push them flush with an aggressive stance. The DRM series are hub-centric, bolt-on type with studs build-in so you don't need to bother with longer studs.

As a safety measure, you have to re-torque them once in a while to ensure they're tightened. Only downsides are the increased unsprung weight and the added stress on the hub, which might result in a shorter life span on the hub bearings.

g-townmach · 06-24-2010, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BIGK909

Did you ever take it down the strip or race it?

Not on a drag strip.

06-23-2010, 08:59 PM	#1
BIGK909 Drives: 2010 Camaro LT/RS VR Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 84 View My Garage	H&R wheel spacers. Good idea or bad idea? I just lowered my v6 using the H&R springs, but I want the tires to be more flush with the wheel wells. I was playing with the idea of getting the H&R wheel spacers, but im not sure if this is such a good idea. I just want some opinions on whether this is worth doing or not.

06-23-2010, 10:42 PM	#2
Nine Ball Drives: 1969 & 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,849	I wouldn't recommend any spacer more than 1/4" thick. Also depends on how much lug stud protrudes, and to make sure you engage enough threads when you tighten the lug nuts down. __________________ Fquick.com/NineBall

06-24-2010, 07:11 AM	#5
g-townmach I FARTED Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: cen-tex Posts: 870	I ran 1/2 hubcentric spacers on my 04 cobra. I used longer moroso studs and open lugnuts. Worked fine. No matter how thick you go I would suggest putting in longer/stronger studs. __________________

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Kreature Drives: Summit White 1LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Honolulu,Hawaii Posts: 389	i too would like any thoughts or opinions on these. i totally have no idea what spacers are except that they just spread your rear wheels more far apart. my friend gave me the idea just last night and i decided to do some research but i would rather listen to a car savy man such as nineball.

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KnightRider Drives: Black 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 356 View My Garage	I'll be getting a set too when they become available. My car is lowered an inch with Eibach and I don't like how sunken-in the wheels are right now. A set of 20mm-25mm should push them flush with an aggressive stance. The DRM series are hub-centric, bolt-on type with studs build-in so you don't need to bother with longer studs. As a safety measure, you have to re-torque them once in a while to ensure they're tightened. Only downsides are the increased unsprung weight and the added stress on the hub, which might result in a shorter life span on the hub bearings.