Corvette Z06 Wheels on a C1500 454SS
Dec 17, 2019 | 10:56 AM
#11
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Questions about c5 corvette rims on
To install the fifth generation (C5) Z06 wheels on your Chevy C1500 you simply need some spacer adapters to counter the wheel's offset and get from the factory truck 5 x 5" to 5 x 4 3/4" bolt pattern.
Here's the spec. I wrote for mine and provided to parts supplier.
Installing 2001 Corvette Z06 Wheels on a 1991 Chevy C1500 SS454:
• Spacer Depth = 1 1/4" (31.75)
• Vehicle Hub Flange = M14-1.5 x 5 x 5 (127)
• Wheel = M12-1.5 x 5 x 4 3/4 (120.7)
• Lug = Truck has a M14-1.5 lug size and the wheels have a M12-1.5 lug size
I actually found mine on eBay for around $125 for the set of four.
Note, however, that if you slam your truck as low as I did then the front end takes some lower A-Arm work to clear the inside lip on the wheel. You’ll either have to go with a narrower wheel, different offset (can be counted somewhat with the adapter thickness) or modifications to the lower A-Arm (trimming or replacing with tubular.
Here's the spec. I wrote for mine and provided to parts supplier.
Installing 2001 Corvette Z06 Wheels on a 1991 Chevy C1500 SS454:
• Spacer Depth = 1 1/4" (31.75)
• Vehicle Hub Flange = M14-1.5 x 5 x 5 (127)
• Wheel = M12-1.5 x 5 x 4 3/4 (120.7)
• Lug = Truck has a M14-1.5 lug size and the wheels have a M12-1.5 lug size
I actually found mine on eBay for around $125 for the set of four.
Note, however, that if you slam your truck as low as I did then the front end takes some lower A-Arm work to clear the inside lip on the wheel. You’ll either have to go with a narrower wheel, different offset (can be counted somewhat with the adapter thickness) or modifications to the lower A-Arm (trimming or replacing with tubular.
Dec 17, 2019 | 06:53 PM
#12
All 01-04 Z06 wheels were:
Front:
Wheel size: 17 x 9.5
Offset: +54mm
Tire Size: 265/40/17
Back Spacing: 7.38”
Rear:
Wheel size: 18 x 10.5
Offset: +58mm
Tire Size: 295/35/18
Back Spacing: 8.03”
Dec 17, 2019 | 08:40 PM
#13
I'm pretty sure the Z16 Z06 has chrome wheels OE. I spent a lot of time just now trying to prove that. They are often referred to as polished, but they are something other than silver.
from the factory. On a C5 Z06
otherwise, carry on
from the factory. On a C5 Z06
otherwise, carry on
Dec 18, 2019 | 02:06 AM
#14
Z16 were polished not chrome, and not in 19" but yah you are correct I forgot about the ~2000 Commemorative Edition Z06's made in 04'
Dec 18, 2019 | 02:58 PM
#15
the zo6 rims never came in chrome, the closes to chrome was the 04 polished
if they are chrome with all the GM markings then they was chromed by a supplier or individual but the cars never left the plant on chrome rims, the 2002-2004 Speedline was lighter then the Alcoa 2001 wheels but they was forged color was Argent Silver
the wheels look the same 01 vs 02-04 untill you put them side by side then you see very minor differences if you really look in color and design (i have both sets one from my current 01 and from my last 03)
btw any one who uses adapters needs to make sure and get the correct bolt pattern of 5x120.65 mm (hub-centric) and NOT the 5x120mm ones its been rumored to be a problem in the long run even though its .65mm i learned this when i had spacers made for my front runners
if they are chrome with all the GM markings then they was chromed by a supplier or individual but the cars never left the plant on chrome rims, the 2002-2004 Speedline was lighter then the Alcoa 2001 wheels but they was forged color was Argent Silver
the wheels look the same 01 vs 02-04 untill you put them side by side then you see very minor differences if you really look in color and design (i have both sets one from my current 01 and from my last 03)
btw any one who uses adapters needs to make sure and get the correct bolt pattern of 5x120.65 mm (hub-centric) and NOT the 5x120mm ones its been rumored to be a problem in the long run even though its .65mm i learned this when i had spacers made for my front runners
Last edited by stroker87; Dec 18, 2019 at 03:06 PM.
Dec 18, 2019 | 04:17 PM
#16
I dont think its a rumor, but it is only about .005" per stud difference. I would be surprised if the spacers had their BCDs drilled tighter than .005" anyway
Case in point, buy the proper ish, from a reputable and trusted source. Preferably American made too
Case in point, buy the proper ish, from a reputable and trusted source. Preferably American made too
Dec 18, 2019 | 06:36 PM
#17
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Old thread lol. Fwiw my Electron blue Z with mod red interior had 14k on the clock when I bought it so apparently the wheels weren't stock being 19" rears and chrome according to the experts here (which I'm not). Sure was freaking beautiful. Wish I still had it.
Dec 18, 2019 | 06:41 PM
#18
i know the wheels your talking about i wanted a set but no longer made, cars rolled out of the plant on 17f 18r, i love the mod red in my 01 c5z
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