HEADACHE! I'm totally confused

truckrglenn · 10-18-2022, 05:12 PM

2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible, Chevy OEM wheels 20"x8.5" 25mm Offset front and rear.

I've tried searching and reading, but my headache get's worse as my confusion grows.

I need new tires and wheels, scraped too many curbs. The last time that I bought wheels was 45 years ago, I'm 66. Now I see offset -, offset +, 8.5", 9" 9.5", 10".

The tires that I want BGOODRICH G-FORCE COMP-2 A/S PLUS, Front & Rear 245/40ZR20 Ultra High Performance All-Season or CONTINENTAL EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06 PLUS, Front & Rear 245/40ZR20 Ultra High Performance All-Season.

I'm retired on a fixed income so wheels will be rotated so the tires last longer.

What size wheels can/should I buy without having to worry about whether those tires will fit and there won't be an issue with my car.

RamAir02 · 10-18-2022, 06:38 PM

Buy:
- 20" wheels
- 8.5" width
- ET25 offset

Same diameter, width & offset as your stock wheels and will fit either of those 245/40/20 tire options.

truckrglenn · 10-18-2022, 07:09 PM

Thanks, I haven't seen any aftermarket wheels with 25 offset. How far in either direction can the offset be, or does it have to be 25mm? That's where a lot of my confusion comes from.

When I go to sites like Tirerack and put my Camaro 2LT in, they all show front and rear staggered sizes. Even though the 2LT RS wasn't sold with front and rear staggered size wheels.

Most of the wheels that I like have a +35 offset. My camaro is Nightfall Grey and I want to go with black or dark wheels.

I really like these 4play wheels but they're a +35 offset.

truckrglenn · 10-18-2022, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RamAir02

Buy:
- 20" wheels
- 8.5" width
- ET25 offset

Same diameter, width & offset as your stock wheels and will fit either of those 245/40/20 tire options.

That I know, but are there other sizes? I'm asking because there seems to be very few choices at that OEM size.

Like can I run a 20"x8.5" +35 offset with those tires and no rubbing? Or rubbing only when the wheels are turn completely left or right?

Like can I run a 20"x9" +35 offset with those tires?

enzia35 · 10-18-2022, 08:54 PM

APEX wheels and get the DWS06+. The BFG are directional and can't be rotated criss cross apple sauce.

RamAir02 · 10-18-2022, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by truckrglenn

Thanks, I haven't seen any aftermarket wheels with 25 offset. How far in either direction can the offset be, or does it have to be 25mm? That's where a lot of my confusion comes from.

When I go to sites like Tirerack and put my Camaro 2LT in, they all show front and rear staggered sizes. Even though the 2LT RS wasn't sold with front and rear staggered size wheels.

Most of the wheels that I like have a +35 offset. My camaro is Nightfall Grey and I want to go with black or dark wheels.

I really like these 4play wheels but they're a +35 offset.

https://www.mrrwheels.com/collections/wheels Get in touch with them. They're a forum sponsor and the wheels are reasonably priced. Most (if not all) are replicas.

I bought my wheels from PK Auto Design. Also a forum sponsor, very knowledgeable and they carry a wide selection, but typically a higher price tier and you mentioned being on a fixed income.

truckrglenn · 10-19-2022, 01:28 AM

whew, those are out of my price range at this time. I wasn't planning this but I had a side wall give out and split open. It's still hold air, but I'm not driving it. The tires are the originals with 30,000 miles on them but over 5 years old.

I might just have to go with new tires for the time being. Temps are dipping early here in Tennessee and it a bit chilly riding my Fatboy after the son goes down.

My budget after taxes is definitely under $2500. I figured that it'd be cheaper in the long run to buy both now, then have to have the tires remounted in the future.

From all of my reading, I gather that if I go with 20"x8.5" wheel, the offset can be between +20 to +35 and I'll be ok without any rubbing. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Gen6cyl · 10-19-2022, 06:13 AM

I would not go more than +30 offset. The wheels will be in closer and stance will not look good. Tire rack has some nice 20" with+20 offset. You could get a19" wheel and use a 245-45-19 tire.

The Maverick · 10-19-2022, 09:24 AM

Maybe try Craigslist for a set of someone's factory take-off wheels in your local area? That's one way to freshen up your wheels and maybe change up your look, on a budget.

fj5gtx · 10-19-2022, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Maverick

Maybe try Craigslist for a set of someone's factory take-off wheels in your local area? That's one way to freshen up your wheels and maybe change up your look, on a budget.

+1 ... I would also scan our member's classified here. Many times people want to sell their very fresh originals when they put aftermarket wheels on, often with almost new tires installed and tpms ready to go.

truckrglenn · 10-19-2022, 11:43 AM

I'll check them out.

truckrglenn · 10-19-2022, 08:54 PM

One last question, I hope. Will these fit my 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible: 20" Black 5443 Wheels SET of (4) Fits Camaro - SS Style Rim 20x9 (non-staggered). Just noticed that the offset is 35. Dam, cause I can get a new set of 4 for $772.00.

Chrome383Z · 10-19-2022, 10:35 PM

I sold my factory black satin finish upgraded wheels with tires (<3k miles) for like $800 on here a couple years ago. Watch the classifieds, that’s what I would do in your situation.

GXP08jrf · 10-20-2022, 06:19 AM

Do some searching and see if you can find a reputable wheel repair business in your region. As long as your wheels are only curb rash and moderate scrapes, wheel refurbishing may be a cheaper alternative. I imagine if you wanted them repaired and painted black, this could be done for cheaper than a new set, and you wouldn’t need to worry about fit at all.

For reference I had OEM machine face wheels (not the Camaro’s) redone for $125 each last summer.

10-18-2022, 05:12 PM	#1
truckrglenn Drives: Chevy camaro Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tennessee Posts: 191	HEADACHE! I'm totally confused 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible, Chevy OEM wheels 20"x8.5" 25mm Offset front and rear. I've tried searching and reading, but my headache get's worse as my confusion grows. I need new tires and wheels, scraped too many curbs. The last time that I bought wheels was 45 years ago, I'm 66. Now I see offset -, offset +, 8.5", 9" 9.5", 10". The tires that I want BGOODRICH G-FORCE COMP-2 A/S PLUS, Front & Rear 245/40ZR20 Ultra High Performance All-Season or CONTINENTAL EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06 PLUS, Front & Rear 245/40ZR20 Ultra High Performance All-Season. I'm retired on a fixed income so wheels will be rotated so the tires last longer. What size wheels can/should I buy without having to worry about whether those tires will fit and there won't be an issue with my car. __________________ Glenn 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible

10-18-2022, 06:38 PM	#2
RamAir02 Shadow Gray '19 ZLE M6 Drives: '19 ZL1 1LE M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 1,442 View My Garage	Buy: - 20" wheels - 8.5" width - ET25 offset Same diameter, width & offset as your stock wheels and will fit either of those 245/40/20 tire options. __________________ 2019 ZL1 1LE \| M6 \| SGM \| PDR \| CF Dash \| Nav \| Wheel Locks PPF \| Paint Correction \| ZL1 Addons Rock Guards \| ZL1 Addons Lift Pads \| ZL1 Addons Feather Lite Tow Hook \| JWM Smoked Sidemarkers \| Wildhammer Smoked Rear Reflectors \| JWM License Plate LEDs \| RotoFab CAI \| ADM IC Reservoir v2 \| BC Forged RZ05 \| SPL Toe Arms \| BW Brake Deflectors \| CMS Roll Bar \| Schroth Profi II ASM Harnesses . Sold: '99 Trans Am (bolt-ons & cam) \| '00 WS6 (bolt-ons, heads, cam, 12 bolt) \| '05 CTS-V (bolt-ons, short throw) \| '10 SS/RS M6 (short throw, CAI, coilovers, LTs, catback, JRE tune) \| '01 WS6 YouTube

10-18-2022, 07:09 PM	#3
truckrglenn Drives: Chevy camaro Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tennessee Posts: 191	Thanks, I haven't seen any aftermarket wheels with 25 offset. How far in either direction can the offset be, or does it have to be 25mm? That's where a lot of my confusion comes from. When I go to sites like Tirerack and put my Camaro 2LT in, they all show front and rear staggered sizes. Even though the 2LT RS wasn't sold with front and rear staggered size wheels. Most of the wheels that I like have a +35 offset. My camaro is Nightfall Grey and I want to go with black or dark wheels. I really like these 4play wheels but they're a +35 offset. Attached Images __________________ Glenn 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Last edited by truckrglenn; 10-18-2022 at 07:43 PM.

10-18-2022, 08:54 PM	#5
enzia35 Drives: '16 Garnet Red 1SS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 3,450	APEX wheels and get the DWS06+. The BFG are directional and can't be rotated criss cross apple sauce. __________________ '16 Camaro 1SS '18 Miata GT Gone: '01 Camaro, '14 Camaro, '90 Miata

10-19-2022, 01:28 AM	#7
truckrglenn Drives: Chevy camaro Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tennessee Posts: 191	whew, those are out of my price range at this time. I wasn't planning this but I had a side wall give out and split open. It's still hold air, but I'm not driving it. The tires are the originals with 30,000 miles on them but over 5 years old. I might just have to go with new tires for the time being. Temps are dipping early here in Tennessee and it a bit chilly riding my Fatboy after the son goes down. My budget after taxes is definitely under $2500. I figured that it'd be cheaper in the long run to buy both now, then have to have the tires remounted in the future. From all of my reading, I gather that if I go with 20"x8.5" wheel, the offset can be between +20 to +35 and I'll be ok without any rubbing. Please correct me if I'm wrong. __________________ Glenn 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible

10-19-2022, 06:13 AM	#8
Gen6cyl Drives: Chevy Camaro 2021 ,rs, v6, manual Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Georgia Posts: 868	I would not go more than +30 offset. The wheels will be in closer and stance will not look good. Tire rack has some nice 20" with+20 offset. You could get a19" wheel and use a 245-45-19 tire.

10-19-2022, 09:24 AM	#9
The Maverick Somewhere in the Kalahari Drives: 2021/18 (de-fresh) 3LT RS Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: California Posts: 651	Maybe try Craigslist for a set of someone's factory take-off wheels in your local area? That's one way to freshen up your wheels and maybe change up your look, on a budget.

10-19-2022, 11:43 AM	#11
truckrglenn Drives: Chevy camaro Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tennessee Posts: 191	I'll check them out. __________________ Glenn 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible

10-19-2022, 08:54 PM	#12
truckrglenn Drives: Chevy camaro Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tennessee Posts: 191	One last question, I hope. Will these fit my 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible: 20" Black 5443 Wheels SET of (4) Fits Camaro - SS Style Rim 20x9 (non-staggered). Just noticed that the offset is 35. Dam, cause I can get a new set of 4 for $772.00. __________________ Glenn 2017 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible

10-19-2022, 10:35 PM	#13
Chrome383Z Drives: 2019 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: McCordsville, Indiana Posts: 621	I sold my factory black satin finish upgraded wheels with tires (<3k miles) for like $800 on here a couple years ago. Watch the classifieds, that’s what I would do in your situation. __________________ 2019 Shock 2SS A10. 2650@10psi/LPE HPFP/XDI+30/LT4 LPFP+JMS/Soler 95mm/Rotofab, E65, CSP 2” Headers/GESI GenII Cats. MM Wild/GM SG3 suspension/1LE Brakes, Velgen VF5 Wheels/GY SC3. JRE Tuned.

10-20-2022, 06:19 AM	#14
GXP08jrf Drives: 2016 1LT 'Vert Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Midwest Posts: 171	Refurbish option? Do some searching and see if you can find a reputable wheel repair business in your region. As long as your wheels are only curb rash and moderate scrapes, wheel refurbishing may be a cheaper alternative. I imagine if you wanted them repaired and painted black, this could be done for cheaper than a new set, and you wouldn’t need to worry about fit at all. For reference I had OEM machine face wheels (not the Camaro’s) redone for $125 each last summer.

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