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Posted by SteelHorse (Member # 1725) on :

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

Posted by 2002Z4CSS (Member # 1393) on :

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

Posted by Steve da Wrench (Member # 1301) on :

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!

Posted by SteelHorse (Member # 1725) on :

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.

Posted by DaddySS (Member # 848) on :

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!]

Posted by Z28-SORR (Member # 1565) on :

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.

Posted by SteelHorse (Member # 1725) on :

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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