Hey guys,

So, I'm contemplating getting some wheel spacers for my Cobalt.. Either get them for the front, or all around for stance.. Originally, I was figuring on going with only 3/16 spacers as to keep them narrow enough so that they don't effect my wheel studs, however I installed a set of 5/16 spacers on my Olds and have had no problems with them at all.. Plus, you can buy 5/16 ones locally, easily and cheaply.. Would you guys say to run 3 or 5 spacers..? I'd assume some will say to not run any, however I'd like to experiment with the flush wheel look.. I mean, if I don't end up liking them, I can pull them off easily.. I'd imagine they'd be ok with steering and such though, but if not, I can just pull them.. I'm lowered on Sportlines with stock FE3's for now, but I'm gonna get some FE5's or Koni Yellows soon..

Any opinions? Thanks!

 

I think it would look cool all the way around, not just the front that would look gay.

 

I'd imagine. So I was figuring all around. I only run them on the rear on my Olds, but on a RWD, that's ok.. haha

 

i got 10mm spacers and studs on the front. just so i can use my rims check my photos.

 

If you want wheel spacers or wheel adapters, contact these guys in San Bernadino, CA -- http://www.motorsport-tech.com/ -- they'll make you custom CnC'd spacer or adapters cheaper than you can get them anywhere else. And they're quicker even making them than you can buy and get some 'standard' stuff delivered.

I bought custom 20mm adapters from them to mount my 285/30 x 18 Hoosier slicks. Very responsive, very nice, well machined.

Scott

 

I've been running 5/16" spacers with extended studs for a few months.... no issues at all, except that they aren't hubcentric, so you have to take your time when installing the wheel.

Note, though, that according to a few racer guys, it's recommended that you don't go larger than a 10mm spacers, as it puts additional load on the hub.

 

What'd 10mm be in relation to 5/16?

 

5/16" (.3125") is 7.93mm.
The actual thickness of the spacer I'm using, though, is 7.75mm +/- .05mm

10mm is slightly thicker, at .3937".

 

what type of studs are you guys using?

 

I'm currently using Dorman... if I can get a hold of a set with the right dimensions, I'll be switching to ARP.

 

Get the hub centric ones for sure