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Vintage Wheels for C4
I am starting a project with Bob at Vintage Wheels, Del Mar, CA. I have an Everett-Morrison with Corvette C4 suspension. Needless to say, there is a real Front Space problem which limits the type of wheels. Bob is working with me to resolve this problem with his 17" BRM style wheel with knock-offs and pin drives. Trigo's Front Space is more 5 inches off!! I only have a 4.0" front space to work with (front and rear). We are trying 10.5" (rear) and 8" (front) with 4.0" front space + adaptor. We will be testing the front wheel for caliper clearance next week and I will keep everyone posted.
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There is a negitive (-.350") clearance to the front caliper, so there is no problem with caliper/wheel interference. I will be machining all 4 wheel for adaptor clearance. That is, the adaptor will be flush with the inside of the wheel for the maximum front spacing (4.0"). Front spacing is a problem with all Corvette C type of suspension because it is much wider.
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There was not enough material in the wheel for adaptor machining, so the wheels will stick out of the front fender well by 3/4 inch. I am getting ready to mount a tire on the front to test for looks and clearance. The rear wheels should arrive today.....
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Well it does not look good!! The tire is out over 3/4" when the car is on the ground. Next step is machining a new front spindle/hub mount using an aluminum (6061) billet reducing the distance by .75" to 1.25". These parts might be available for sale after testing....
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The wheels and Bridgestore Expedia S-01 tires and mounted. The front (215/50-17) stick out somewhat (3/4") and the rear looks fine (285/40-17). Overall I think it looks great and the Knok-Off's (triwing) are inside the wheels. The new compound in the Expedia's really hooks and handles. The quality of Vintage Wheels is fantastic. These are the first wheels I have found (front/space) that will fit the wide C-4 suspension.
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