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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 04:45 PM
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did a search and couldnt find the answer. im on my way to installing LS calipers. i need to know if my 18x8.5 +48 wheels would fit or do i need spacers.
what is the highest offset you can run on with the LS calipers?
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 05:10 PM
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the offset doesn't really matter that as much as the face design of the rims. best bet is you would need a high disk design of the wheels. i ran 18x8 racing hart c4's with +45 and part of the rim still rubbed against the calipers
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 05:22 PM
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the best way to verify clearance of the calipers is to check the manufacturer's website or contact their customer service, see if the wheels you have will fit the 95-00 LS.
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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 03:36 AM
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i have Blitz type 01 rims.. i don't want to install the calipers and have to reverse the process if my rims dont fit.
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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 04:09 AM
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Originally Posted by BlueKush86
i have Blitz type 01 rims.. i don't want to install the calipers and have to reverse the process if my rims dont fit.
Measure the space from spoke to hub should be 2.75" at the minimum. There's a thread about this somewhere.
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Old Dec 1, 2006 | 11:04 PM
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yep, offset has nothing to do with caliper clearance. it all about spoke design

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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 03:47 PM
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whats your offset anyways?
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 10:03 PM
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+30 offset
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