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DWatkins15 · 12-28-2011, 05:22 PM

I have an order for a ZL1 and am wondering if any of you plan on putting larger wheels on it. Since its lower than the SS, would there be problems with clearance?

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-28-2011, 05:30 PM

I'm not.

20" is perfect in my eyes. Any smaller and I don't think it fills the wheel-well enough, any bigger and it starts to look "DUB" to me....

adamgl · 12-28-2011, 05:49 PM

If I did anything it would be a smaller, lighter weight set of wheels. But the 20's are already lighter than the SS and look good IMO.

I'll keep the stock.

mcdoogle6969 · 12-28-2011, 05:50 PM

Is gross.

WadeWilson · 12-28-2011, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I'm not.

20" is perfect in my eyes. Any smaller and I don't think it fills the wheel-well enough, any bigger and it starts to look "DUB" to me....

Smaller wheels fill the wheel well just fine if you go with a tall enough tire.

I have 18s and they fill the wheel well slightly more than the 20s did. More comfortable ride too.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-28-2011, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Shardik2SS

Smaller wheels fill the wheel well just fine if you go with a tall enough tire.

I have 18s and they fill the wheel well slightly more than the 20s did. More comfortable ride too.

Yeah, but I prefer the look of a lower-profile tire.

WadeWilson · 12-28-2011, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Yeah, but I prefer the look of a lower-profile tire.

Oh I know, I was just saying that 18s will fill the wheel well. I liked the 20s OK, but prefer more sidewall.

zkdreads · 12-28-2011, 06:19 PM

DO IT!

sene · 12-28-2011, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DWatkins15

I have an order for a ZL1 and am wondering if any of you plan on putting larger wheels on it. Since its lower than the SS, would there be problems with clearance?

I'm kind of getting sick of te SS wheels on my Camaro, so let me know if you are looking to get rid of your ZL1 stock wheels.

2010 SSRS · 12-28-2011, 06:23 PM

do it now

YOUNGnRECKLESS · 12-28-2011, 06:26 PM

not getting a ZL1, but im sure bigger wheels would look good since its lower.... =)

The Stig · 12-28-2011, 07:38 PM

you would lose SO much performance it wouldn't even be funny

zkdreads · 12-29-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by stieger

you would lose SO much performance it wouldn't even be funny

they really would. but they still have more than enough power to work with

*DGthe3* · 12-29-2011, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DWatkins15

I have an order for a ZL1 and am wondering if any of you plan on putting larger wheels on it. Since its lower than the SS, would there be problems with clearance?

As long as you keep the same overall diameter (or close to it), you shouldn't have any actual problems. That may require going to a bit skinnier wheel & tire (unless you can somehow find 305/20R24's)

That said, just because you can do it doesn't mean you should do it. It pains me to see a such high performance car handicapped by gigantic rims. The only time I endorse going bigger is if the stock wheels don't fit over the upgraded brakes you plan on using. Personally, I'd rather see 19's on the ZL1 (or SS)

12-28-2011, 05:22 PM	#1
DWatkins15 Drives: 2011 Camaro RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NC Posts: 40	24s on a ZL1? I have an order for a ZL1 and am wondering if any of you plan on putting larger wheels on it. Since its lower than the SS, would there be problems with clearance?

12-28-2011, 05:30 PM	#2
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	I'm not. 20" is perfect in my eyes. Any smaller and I don't think it fills the wheel-well enough, any bigger and it starts to look "DUB" to me.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

12-28-2011, 05:49 PM	#3
adamgl Drives: '98 Camaro Z28, '06 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 533	If I did anything it would be a smaller, lighter weight set of wheels. But the 20's are already lighter than the SS and look good IMO. I'll keep the stock. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS A6 Sold :( ARH, FM Super 44's, K&N CAI, ADM scoop, Diablo Tune, RX catch can. '98 Camaro Z28 M6 TSP headers, true duals, AIR/EGR/AC/muffler delete, CAI, Subframe con., shock tower brace, Stg. 2 T56 rebuild. Monster Clutch Stg. 2, Electric Water Pump, TT2 wheels, 315 NT555's '06 Z06 2LZ, Cam, P/P/M Heads, FAST Intake/TB, ARH, CAI, HP Clutch/FW, C5 Axles, Pfadt Coilovers/Poly Bushings, Carbon Fiber: Everything, lol. HID's, 360 Forged Spec 5's/Invo's, Custom Interior. 550 RWHP http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235911

12-28-2011, 05:50 PM	#4
mcdoogle6969 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS, 2008 Heritage 300C Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,911	24s on a ZL1 Is gross. __________________ BUILD THREAD

12-28-2011, 06:19 PM	#8
zkdreads Drives: 2010 Camaro LS V6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 2,784	DO IT! __________________ C-LO or Sonic "Without Struggle there is no progress" I am your best nightmare!

12-28-2011, 06:23 PM	#10
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	do it now __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

12-28-2011, 06:26 PM	#11
YOUNGnRECKLESS Building the Beast Drives: 2010 VR LS3 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Queens, New York Posts: 1,398 View My Garage	not getting a ZL1, but im sure bigger wheels would look good since its lower.... =) __________________

12-28-2011, 07:38 PM	#12
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