Well i decided im gona sell my prime wheels that ive got and get some prostars or the summit version. My question is what backspacing do i need front and rear and what width in the front? I plan on 15x8s in the rear with some 275/60/15 et streets but i dunno what spacing i need and what tires size for front! These will be going on my 82 btw. Any help and or pics would be apreciated!

 

i have 15*4 up front and 15*9 in the back with 5.5 backspacing running 275/60/15.

 

got any pics? what size tire and bs for the front?

 

Just for reference, the summit/jegs brand wheels are cast(not forged) and are therefore considerably heavier than welds. They are also a conical set lug nut, thus less thread engaugment and less stud support.

They're a fine wheel for a typical street cruiser, but I would not use them in a typical race car.

 

How much are you trying to get for your current wheels? I really like them.

 

no i do not have any pics. i have the 26*7.5 mt sportsman up front on a 15*4 draglite.

 

yes ive heard this too so thats kinda another reason i posted on this topic to get some opinions.

i was asking $650 but im currently working on a deal on a trade for a motor for my truck

 

i run the summit star 17" x 8" all the way around with 4.5" backspacing..........no problems what so ever

 

have a complete side view. Im in the market for some nice welb pro stars etc. and those look nice in 17's

Ive been looking for the Weld XP's for ever but being they were discontinued they are hard to find.


Bullydawg,

Im getting Screamin86 rims/tires. once I get some Welds/etc I will be getting rid of them again. Prob. not till after the 1st of the year once I get the car shipped to FL.

 

 

cost me under 600.00 for all 4 shipped to my house

 

Badass--That's a very nice Camaro!! Clean!!

 

When I bought mine the Summit brand only had the one 5 spoke design. They now have the fast five wheels and warrior R/T wheels that have skinnier spokes. A 15x8 needs a 4.75" BS to be exactly where stock wheels are. Either a 4.5" or 5.5" work on an 8" wheel. The 4.5" puts the tire about flush with the fender lip, and the 5.5" tucks them in an inch from there. You can also get a set of 15x10 6.5" BS to give the option for wider tires, like a set of 325/50/15's.

 

I agree! That's badass!

 

Here is a link: Camaro with Pro Stars.

The wheel sizes and BS are listed in the post

 

appreciate the comments.. the car will be getting painted next spring....unsure of the color still

 

I use 15x8 weld stars on the rear with 5.5 bs on mine with 275x60-15 radials and they fit great.

 

Badass355ciz28,

What brand of hood is that?

 

its a 3" joe longblood or whatever u call it lol i bought it from G&T fiberglass in connecticut.though i dont think they are in business anymore or someone else bought them out........

 

Badass355ciz28,

Couple of questions. Are those really 4.5 backspacing? How much did you lower your car, and what size tires are you running at all 4 corners?

Paul

 

Badass355ciz28,

Couple of questions. Are those really 4.5 backspacing? How much did you lower your car, and what size tires are you running at all 4 corners?

Paul

 

yes they are 4.5" back spacing on all 4 wheels. the car was lowered 1.75 inches(those springs are for sale) and for tires i run 245-45-17 front and 275-40-17 in the back............ the rears(tires) are a lil wider than the fronts but same diameter

 

Awsome! I was thinking about getting a set of those wheels, and now im set on them. By the way, your car looks great.

 

the summit wheels are super heavy. i highly recommend the welds. worth the $$.