18" vs 19s" - Page 4

ZRacerLE · 03-17-2021, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Sorange

I went with 18's on my ZLE to allow a better selection of slicks/R-comps. the 18" combo also weighs about 37lbs less than the stock 19's. I went with BC forged due to them being fully forged. Apex wheels are flow formed and not quite as strong. I know a lot of people have successfully used apex wheels for a while with no problem, but i didn't want the risk. I think a lot of people go with Apex based off price point. They sent me an email and will be offering a discounted rate on their new 18" setup for Camaros coming out soon. if interested shoot them an email and ask about the pre production price.

Any noticeable improvement in laptimes with the 18s?

Blackmonba6Gen · 03-17-2021, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

yea even with 19s unless you are squared the sizes are kind of wonky lol what tires are you running in that sizes?

I can run any tire pretty much.

My daily driven spring/summer/fall street tires are: Continental ECS.
Track Day Tires: Toyos R888R or even the Goodyear SC3. I tracked the Continental and they performed good for me.

I don't drag race often but I can even get a set of Mickey Thompson S/S I think that what those are called for my wheel spec.

Discount tire offer lots of tires its just how deep my wallet is.. lol

Norm Peterson · 03-17-2021, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackmonba6Gen

I'm considering buying two more 19x11 wheels for the front just for go square and rotate.

Just do it. Even if all you do for tires is move your 285/35s over to them. Don't worry about the mild stretch, just enjoy the slightly crisper turn-in.

285/35s on 18x11s all around in my sig pic.

Norm

That1guy_tim · 03-17-2021, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackmonba6Gen

I have the apex arc 8 with 19x10 et 20 and 19x11 et 43 and i run a 285/35 front and 325/30 rear for track days. I haven't had any issues. I love the tire setup. I'm considering buying two more 19x11 wheels for the front just for go square and rotate.

You will not be disappointed going square. Glad to see you on the forums too man

Blackmonba6Gen · 03-17-2021, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by That1guy_tim

You will not be disappointed going square. Glad to see you on the forums too man

I agree. I was nervous about shaving down the steering knuckle.. now I gotta do what i gotta do..lol nice to see you too man! How ironic from instagram to the camaro6 forums

small world

BanOne · 03-20-2021, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by That1guy_tim

you forsure need the spacer cant remember if it's 2mm or 3mm.... the extended lugs are not required but HIGHLY recommended. I did 4 track days and a few autoX's with no issues, although I made sure to take the TRQ wrench to the lugs after every session. (I am testing my luck with not running extended lugs).

I thought I read somewhere we can use truck studs as a cheap alternative to the ARP studs. I have no idea if this is true though.

SO this is interesting to me because I have a ZLE and it used to show a square setup (19X10.5) on ApeX's website I thought using a 12mm spacer and stock studs. I looked again last night and that setup is no longer there. When I tried to fit my setup last night (wheels and spacers just arrived after 3 months), I can not fit the spacer on. I did remove the spacer and go for a ride without issue so the spacer may just be needed for magna ride cars. Any one have any insight?

Scargoes · 03-20-2021, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BanOne

SO this is interesting to me because I have a ZLE and it used to show a square setup (19X10.5) on ApeX's website I thought using a 12mm spacer and stock studs. I looked again last night and that setup is no longer there. When I tried to fit my setup last night (wheels and spacers just arrived after 3 months), I can not fit the spacer on. I did remove the spacer and go for a ride without issue so the spacer may just be needed for magna ride cars. Any one have any insight?

Depending on the offset you got would tell if you needed a spacer. If you got the 19x10.5 et22 you wouldn't need a spacer. The ZLE didn't need the strut mod due to the design differences between the Magride and DSSV struts.

driven2exceSS · 03-20-2021, 07:26 PM

What 18" slicks/R-comps are available in ZLE 11 & 12" widths?? I see Hoosier A7's, but am curious about Pirelli sizing, and other available options.

Stephen12ZL1 · 03-20-2021, 07:30 PM

315/680-18 front 325/680-18 rear Pirelli DH slicks are $125 each

driven2exceSS · 03-20-2021, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephen12ZL1

315/680-18 front 325/680-18 rear Pirelli DH slicks are $125 each

Thanks Stephen! Were are you finding good scrub/take-offs?

Love the new ride btw!!

BanOne · 03-20-2021, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Scargoes

Depending on the offset you got would tell if you needed a spacer. If you got the 19x10.5 et22 you wouldn't need a spacer. The ZLE didn't need the strut mod due to the design differences between the Magride and DSSV struts.

Ok, that sounds better, yes they are et22. I did find an old thread that called out a 5mm spacer,not sure where I got 12mms. Thanks for the info.

Stephen12ZL1 · 03-21-2021, 12:10 PM

thanks...usedracingtires.com

driven2exceSS · 03-21-2021, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephen12ZL1

thanks...usedracingtires.com

03-20-2021, 07:26 PM	#50
driven2exceSS Drives: 2016 2SS BLK A8 Vert Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: MA Posts: 1,029	What 18" slicks/R-comps are available in ZLE 11 & 12" widths?? I see Hoosier A7's, but am curious about Pirelli sizing, and other available options. __________________ NPP, MRC, Tinted side & rear reflectors, OEM ZL1 Rockers / 3rd Brake / Darken tail lights, OEM Blk rear splash guards, Satin hood wrap, Fuse pull, Sound tube delete, Cat delete, Ported 95 TB, Ported MSD IM, Dry RotoFab, ARH 1 7/8 headers, E85, "Performance Dyno" Tune, BMR "pieces", "Track" alignment, Hawk DCT-70/70's w/SRF, Goodridge lines, Ti shims, Red powdered calipers, 18" APEX SM-10's w/ Pirelli DH's, FE4 Vert swaybars, Brake cooling ducts, ATI 10% UD, Vorshlag camber plates, OEM 1LE Splitter w/APR Ext., Velossa BIG MOUTH Ram Air, CF QA1, ZLE brakes(F)

03-20-2021, 07:30 PM	#51
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	315/680-18 front 325/680-18 rear Pirelli DH slicks are $125 each __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

03-21-2021, 12:10 PM	#54
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	thanks...usedracingtires.com __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

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