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SteelHorse
1st Gear
Member # 1725

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I have a spare set of 10 spoke SS rims and I'm thinking of putting them on my 89 Formula. Anyone know the proper spacer dimensions for the front and rear. Any clearance issues?

Also a factory 4th gen aluminum driveshaft should be a direct fit in the 89 Formula 350 also. Right or Wrong?

Thanks,
Michael

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2002Z4CSS
"Post"er Child
Member # 1393

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I would think the wheels and driveshaft would fit.All you can do is try them. [Smile]

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Steve da Wrench
3rd Gear
Member # 1301

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I THINK the offset is different, but give it a try and let us know for sure. It would be nice to have those wheels on a 3rd gen!

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SteelHorse
1st Gear
Member # 1725

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My research today turned up to use 2" spacers on the front and 1.5" to 2" spacers on the rear to put the 4th gen wheels on a 3rd gen.

Driveshaft is a direct bolt in.

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DaddySS
Old Coot.....50 going on 20
Member # 848

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quote:
Originally posted by SteelHorse:
My research today turned up to use 2" spacers on the front and 1.5" to 2" spacers on the rear to put the 4th gen wheels on a 3rd gen.

Driveshaft is a direct bolt in.

That's going to take some serious studs! [Eek!]

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Z28-SORR
2nd Gear
Member # 1565

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As you have discovered the 4th gen. rear end is 2" wider than the 3rd gen. Hence the need for spacers. I believe most experenced enthusiast will tell you that spacers are not a good idea. Better to sell the wheels and get some with the correct spacing.

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SteelHorse
1st Gear
Member # 1725

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I was thinking spacers like these. I've seen this type used on racecars without problems.

http://www.wheeladapter.com/

[ 11. December 2003, 10:59 AM: Message edited by: SteelHorse ]

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