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Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-16-2024, 01:08 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

OEM rubber bump stops.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-16-2024, 12:54 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

1) I’m in Texas and we have relatively smooth roads.

2) KYB aren’t great shocks. I had double adjustable Vikings.

3) I had pretty stiff DSE springs so they would only bottom out if I...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-05-2024, 08:41 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

do you still own your ‘88?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-30-2024, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,471
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: December 2021 COTM "Second Chance" **WINNER**

They’re American Racing AR924 19” x8.5 and 10. But they require large spacers. If I were to do it again then I’d get these Variant wheels. They’re similar look but don’t require huge spacers and...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-20-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

those look like a great option and the right bolt pattern. Good to know these exist for the next build. Did they bolt right up or did you need spacers?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-20-2023, 11:00 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

had to edit my reply. Thought you were just repeating what I said and realized I typed my message wrong. I definitely would not recommend widening to 3”
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-20-2023, 05:30 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

yes it had massive 3” spacers on the back. 2” on the front. The wheels definitely aren’t meant for these cars. They were meant to be a holdover until I bought some custom wheels but then sold the car...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-19-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

yeah feel free to. The car was a whole different animal by time I sold it though
...
Forum: Brakes
01-12-2022, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

I got all my brackets and parts from Scott at BigBrakeUpgrade.com

just email him. He is very knowledgeable and helpful.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-07-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

2” spacers in front and 3” rear
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-17-2021, 06:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,209
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: January 2022 COTM "2021 Car of the Year" **Voting Thread**

Can you update mine to this picture?
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x960/ed8b9c54_fafd_4ac1_b81e_59b5b74be803_935e154ab7b21ef0d381c0c48ac9ca9b67132ec9.jpeg
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-03-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,471
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: December 2021 COTM "Second Chance" **WINNER**

Thanks to everyone that voted for me! I'm already looking forward to trying again next year as I have a few more things in the works (i.e. full interior redo and new wheels). Already have some new...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-24-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: February 2021 COTM **Voting Thread**

I’d like to thank whoever nominated but was not expecting this as the car is in the middle of a major overhaul.

at the time of this picture, the car still had the original 305 short block....
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-05-2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

They're actually Brembos from a 2013 ZL1. I had a salvaged 2013 ZL1 that I was going to swap the LSA/TR6060 and Brembos into my car. I ditched that project and the only thing I kept was the Brembos....
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-05-2021, 05:51 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Thanks man! Yeah, I'm building a "Protouring" car so some of the stuff is more for show and not necessarily "needed". The brakes are definitely overkill. And yes, I definitely pay attention to...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-03-2021, 07:52 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

that’s a nice looking wheel there
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 11:11 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

you can get adaptors to convert bolt patterns. Our cars are 5x120.65. It’s a small difference but a difference nonetheless. I saw there are special lug nuts that can account for the difference.
...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 11:08 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

only one way to find out. Which car did the 15” rotors come from? It’s all overkill for these cars to have brakes this big.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

thanks! It’s actually a satin dark gray wrap. It actually has good paint underneath but I am very particular about what I want. And the paint job I want is going to be $15k+. That will be the last...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

i have the 2013 ZL1 Brembos (14.5”). Some 18” will fit and some won’t. The 18” wheels I wanted would not clear the rotor/caliper. I think 18” look good too. I just prefer 19”. Especially when you go...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 11:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

yes definitely lowered. Had weight jacks in some pictures and DSE 2” springs in others. I think 19” is the perfect size. But many people will disagree and say 18” is the perfect size. I think both...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

here are a couple. There are more on my Instagram Project_IROC_ZL1

...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-31-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

it rubbed with the 245/40/19 tire but not with the 255/35/19
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-31-2020, 10:40 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

A little updated photo. I’m really glad I went 19”. And they look much better with the big brakes. ...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-23-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

[QUOTE=iansane;6386188]C6 18/19s
https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/v521/iansane/IMG_20110322_193029.jpg

I like those C6 wheels.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-15-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 99
Important/Useful : Lowering 101
Views: 126,619
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Lowering 101

Pros - keeps originally designed suspension geometry.

Cons - they’re nearly impossible to find.

that said, you can change your entire suspension out in a day. Keep all the OEM parts. And if...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-31-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 736
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: UMI Weight Jacks for sale - $500 plus shipping

Thanks! These sold so need to update the post.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-29-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 736
Posted By Jeff TX

***SOLD*** UMI Weight Jacks for sale - $500 plus shipping

***************SOLD**************

Weight Jacks for sale - $500 plus shipping

Full set of UMI weight jacks with 850lb and 175lb springs for sale. These are barely used. Only driven maybe 150...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-26-2019, 09:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,105
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Shifter Issue After T56 Swap

Best lead I’ve had so far. I double checked the instructions and you’re right. I’m going to swap the mounts and see. Hopefully this works. Thanks!...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-26-2019, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,105
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Shifter Issue After T56 Swap

I won't do that. I have a low mileage car with an extremely clean interior. I'm doing exterior mods (e.g. wheels, paint) but I'm not touching the interior aside from changing the shifter plate to the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-26-2019, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,105
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Shifter Issue After T56 Swap

Did you ever get this figured out? I have a LT1 T56 in my '88 IROC with the Blackheart cross member and the MGW shifter. I have the 4th gen boot which is very tight as mentioned above but the bigger...
Forum: Body
01-26-2019, 01:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,696
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Corvette C4 seats, will they fit..?

ha, didn’t notice the date of the post. Google just had it as my top option. So do you have C4 Seats in your TA or were you talking about TA Seats? If C4, any pics?
Forum: Body
01-23-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,696
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Corvette C4 seats, will they fit..?

Where is your website with the pics of the C4 seats?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-27-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Yeah, mine doesn't rub in normal driving but rubs on u turns and when I'm parking. Kind of annoying but doesn't cause too much hassle.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-27-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Do they rub in the front? If not, did you have to do anything special? my 235/40/19s rub.
Forum: Brakes
06-13-2018, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

I've increased tire diameter by about an inch. Aluminum wheels on order should reduce some weight. Currently running Michelin Pilot 4S tires which are definitely stickier than what was on before....
Forum: Brakes
06-13-2018, 09:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

Any suggested master cylinder/brake booster upgrades if I decide to go that route?
Forum: Brakes
06-11-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

99.9% sure there is no air in the lines but I’ll keep testing and maybe swap the master cylinder. It seems to stop really well right now but there is always room for improvement. Thanks
Forum: Brakes
06-11-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

Yeah, that is one of the first things I thought but Scott at BBU said it shouldn't be necessary. I'll keep driving some more miles and see how things feel. It has improved as I've used the brakes...
Forum: Brakes
06-11-2018, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,820
Posted By Jeff TX

ZL1 Brakes installed on '88 IROC-Z

So it took awhile but I finally got my ZL1brakes installed on my IROC. Most of the delays had to do with other upgradesthat weren't exactly right (e.g. wheels, struts, etc). I bought a salvaged...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-02-2018, 09:15 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-5104b573_372d_42b1_a43c_75d7d8154a6f_fb692d9ea70bf9082614c3a7b6b9d770b707f367.jpeg
So I ended up going with 245/40/19 and...
Forum: Body
04-27-2018, 11:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 659
Posted By Jeff TX

Anyone know where this hood is from?

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/960x720/80-032fd7d6_d31e_4d79_b369_6acf34c96b76_17271554770e2c31e6d86b7bee283dce5d2b3857.jpeg
Does anyone know where you can get a hood like...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-27-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-a821432d_1320_4796_a68a_0e1f8f0d18a3_637d8f016f1d659cb11265086c333d18fe0b73c6.jpeg


My Car is lowered but not too crazy.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-27-2018, 06:59 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

ended up ordering the 245/40/19s for the front. Hopefully they fit without rubbing. Rears came in yesterday. The fronts should hopefully be here by Monday.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-18-2018, 03:48 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Cool. I ended up ordering 285/35/19 for my rears. Haven't decided on fronts yet. Will either do 255/35/19 or 245/40/19
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-12-2018, 10:36 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

what tire size on the black car? Are those 285/35 or 285/30 on the rear? 255/35 on the front?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-10-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

So you have 255/35/19 and 285/35/19 on this car? Any shots directly from the side? Some of the other pics you posted don't seem to be showing on my computer.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-29-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

I hear you. I remember when I first bought my car, the previous owner talking about how the ride was waaayyy too rough for his taste. Then I drove it and thought it was extremely comfortable. I...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-29-2018, 10:28 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Now I'm second guessing myself. Definitely have some bias towards Orr89's responses but pretty much every other 3rd gen person I talk to keeps trying to steer me away from 19s.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-28-2018, 02:51 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,914
Posted By Jeff TX

Re: Any pics with 19" wheels?

Will definitely post pics. Don't see many 3rd gens with 19s.
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