New wheels to eliminate spacer/adapter?

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:18 PM

My '79 has some wide fender flares installed:

Hence, the rear wheels (18" x 12") require some massive adapters (appx. 3" thick):

I'm starting to shop for new wheels. Can I get wheels that fit "properly" and allow me to ditch the adapters? What should I look for?

Thanks,

D. O.

MotoSook · 01-09-2007, 08:21 PM

Simple. Subtract the spacer thickness from your current wheels' offset, and you'll have the specs for your new wheels. See? Simple right?

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:24 PM

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Originally posted by Souk
Simple. Subtract the spacer thickness from your current wheels' offset, and you'll have the specs for your new wheels.

Yeah, I figured I'd have to measure for backspacing, but does anyone make "ready-made" wheels with big backspacing or will I need to custom order (read: $$$)?

MotoSook · 01-09-2007, 08:30 PM

No one is going to have an off-the-shelf wheel(s) for your application, 10X18 and 12X18 (right?) for an early chassis with 993 body. If there is someone with an off-the-sheft set like that for cheap....they'd be busier than elves before Christmas.

Dueller · 01-09-2007, 08:33 PM

Is it me or is there a reflection of Mother Mary in the headlight lenses?

Jeff Alton · 01-09-2007, 08:34 PM

Custom wheels don't have to be that expensive, realitively speaking. Just ask Souk or me!

Cheers

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:35 PM

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Originally posted by Dueller
Is it me or is there a reflection of Mother Mary in the headlight lenses?

Actually, I think it's Jerry Garcia...

Dueller · 01-09-2007, 08:41 PM

Well, then, what's Jerry Garcia doing with a hockey stick?????

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by catca
Custom wheels don't have to be that expensive, realitively speaking. Just ask Souk or me!

Whaddya got?

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dueller
Well, then, what's Jerry Garcia doing with a hockey stick?????

MotoSook · 01-09-2007, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dueller
Is it me or is there a reflection of Mother Mary in the headlight lenses?

LOL..I see it too

Danny_Ocean · 01-09-2007, 08:58 PM

Here's another angle. Looks like she's wearing a hockey mask...

Jeff Alton · 01-09-2007, 09:35 PM

I sent you a PM.

Cheers

RarlyL8 · RarlyL8's Garage

Do you have spacers or adapters?
If you have spacers you will have to change out the wheel studs if you get new wheels.

I'd love to have a set of 10&12x18s. Keep me in mind if you decide to sell.

MotoSook · 01-10-2007, 04:47 AM

Judgging from the picture of the wheel Danny posted, he has bolted on spacers, what some of you have come to call adapters. Properly configured wheels will bolt right up to his existing studs.

Danny_Ocean · 01-10-2007, 05:25 AM

I have adapters (bolt-on) in the rear and spacers (sandwiched between wheel/hub) in the front.

Facey · Facey's Garage

i have the same problem, think i could get in on that pm that involves cheap custom offset wheels?

-i am presently running 05 techno twists off of a 05 turbo, 18x 9.5 and 11 i believe.

thanks
Nick

edit: i am running 'adapters' front and rear.

MotoSook · 01-10-2007, 12:12 PM

I don't know what you guys think is a cheap price, but the Kodiaks that we sell are a good value compared to some other 3-piece wheels out there.

Here is an example:

JBO · 01-10-2007, 04:26 PM

I know some purists don't like highly modded 911's, but I LOVE your car. Those are very expensive and very nice looking TechArt wheels - I'd think long and hard before getting rid of those.

Danny_Ocean · 01-10-2007, 04:52 PM

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Originally posted by JBO
I know some purists don't like highly modded 911's, but I LOVE your car. Those are very expensive and very nice looking TechArt wheels - I'd think long and hard before getting rid of those.

Thanks!

When I look at the wheels, I see them as outdated compared to newer offerings. I'd like to "modernize" the car, and wheels are the easiest way to do that. I may keep the OZ's in the garage for another car...