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Old Jan 15, 2006 | 06:52 PM
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2002 wheels on an 84 Z28. Will they fit?

Hey , I need to know if wheels and tires off a 4th gen Camaro will work on my 84 Z28. They are the 1998 and later 10 spoke type. 16 inch wheel. Tires are 245 /50 /16. If anyone knows please advise on how and what I would need to do? ALL advice and comments are welcome being this is not an area I am to familar with. Thanks to all who respond in advance!
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Old Jan 15, 2006 | 07:37 PM
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You'll need 2" spacers. Try reading this Billet Wheel Adapter FAQ.

HTH
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Old Jan 16, 2006 | 04:26 PM
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Wow, Great link regarding the wheels/spacers.It has all I need to know. Thanks for taking the time to help me. I really appreciate it.
Dean
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Old Jan 16, 2006 | 04:47 PM
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No problem, I'm glad that I could help.

Most people would pass on 16" 4th Gen wheels since they are only 16" and require spacers. It's cheaper to find a set of 3rd Gen Z28 16" rims to use.
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Old Jan 16, 2006 | 06:06 PM
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Yes, good point. It just so happens I found someone with a near perfect set of SS wheels and 80%(tread) tires complete with lugs and caps for $200 bucks . I Gotta try them out for that price.
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Old Jan 16, 2006 | 10:45 PM
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The Camaro SS wheels are 17".

$200 with usable tires is an unbelievable price.
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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 03:11 PM
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Yes, so they are(my mistake). They should look even better !!!!!
Thanks Again.
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