And now, a not so stupid question., Wheel spacers/offset effect on bearings |
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And now, a not so stupid question., Wheel spacers/offset effect on bearings |
Dr. Roger |
Feb 20 2006, 11:20 PM
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A bat out of hell. Group: Members Posts: 3,944 Joined: 31-January 05 From: Hercules, California Member No.: 3,533 Region Association: Northern California |
So now I expect the new rear 11" hollow spoke turbo twisties to come in tomorrow.
Then I will figure the spacer width required. Then I worry about what I thought I heard about crazy bearing wear rates if I go too spaced out. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smoke.gif) I think I want to use my Sheridan flares but......... If I use them I will need to space the wheels a substantial amount. I'm guessing >3"... Aren't all the guys using Sheridan flares either spacing out their fat rubber or using huge positive offset wheels? I'm looking for feedback from people who've actually seen or done this before. Thanks! Roger |
wbergtho |
Feb 21 2006, 02:20 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,314 Joined: 28-April 03 From: Roberts, WI Member No.: 623 |
Hello,
I have a Sheridan Body kit on my LS6 V-8 street car and I am running 993 Twin Turbo Hollow spokes 18x10 & 18X8s. I have 1 1/2" rear spacers and 2 1/2" spacers on the front. I have had no bearing problems...although I can say I have only put about 3K on the car since 2004. I installed all new bearings on all four corners as cheap insurance. I expect that it will last a while... Regards, Bill Attached image(s) |
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