Thread: backspacing, deep look?

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I have decided to narrow and tub my 67 camaro, and since I haven't layed out any specs to the gear shop on the narrowing and 4 link yet I was going to ask you guys what you thought I should do with the rearend length.

I plan to use 11 inch wide rims in the back with like a 315mm tire, I would like it to have a deeper look but not too drastic, this backspacing is obviously important at this moment because I can get the rear narrowed to the exact width I would like, so that I accomodate the bigger tires, the right stance, and the backspacing of my preference. With an 11 inch rim, which in reality is more like 12 inches the centerline would be like 6 inches, and have a backspacing of 6 inches. Obviously this would be a zero offset. Do any of you guys have any suggestions as to which direction I should go. To a less backspacing, making the rear narrower and having a deeper rim, or to more backspacing, wider rear, and less deep rim, with a positive offset. I know its up to me, but if any of you have any pics or suggestions it would be great. A stock backspacing on a first gen camaro is 4.5 on a 8 inch rim and 5.5 on a 9 inch rim, so basically 3.5 inches of frontspacing or 3.5 inches deep to the wheel hub mounting pad. I want a deeper look than that but would like some suggestions. ANY.

Secondly the rear is to be narrowed for the tires and rims, this has been established already, but I plan to have a four link installed. My main purpose for the car is street driven and definately see some track time at the local track as well. I want it to carve corners really well but hook up to the tune of over 600 big block rear wheel horse. Anyone have any good pics of some four links I can scan over and look at to get a good idea. OR have any ideas as to the distance from the centerline of the transmission/driveshaft tunnel, or the centerline of the carrier. I am using a Ford 9 inch. I need to take some measurements of my car to tell the shop but don't really know where to take them from at this point. I haven't done this before and the shop is like 3 hours away from my car, so they can't look at it personally. Pics or info would be greatly greatly appreciated, thanks.

My 15"x15"s have about a 5" backspace. I like the look of a deep dish wheel. If you click on the camera by my name there are more pics. in the gallery of the rear suspension, etc. Got questions, I'll answer what I can.

BTW: In this pic. the car is almost to the bottom of it's suspension travel. The rocker is just clamped on the top and is hanging down lower than it will when installed. Purdy' far below the rim now HUH???

pro70 looks good. if you wont the pro st. look then it needs to be deep.

Since we are on the subject, how do you narrow your rear end or axles and all that to fit tires in like that. I know how to narrow the frame on a truck somewhat but not a car but I just mean the rear end like the axles and all... Sorry if that question sounds kind of dumb but I don't know how else to put it.

Originally posted by FMXhellraiser
Since we are on the subject, how do you narrow your rear end or axles and all that to fit tires in like that.

Unless you plan to build a bunch of em' the most practical way is to let a pro do it for you. Just give them the measurements and tell them what type of rear end you want and write a check.

One thing to remember about deep dish wheels...

The more negative offset (deeper dish) a wheel has, the more lateral force is applied to the wheel/axle bearings when the car turns a corner. More stress on the wheel bearings means they wear faster.

Obviously if your car is a straightline drag racer, this isn't an issue.

Originally posted by Lord Antagonism
One thing to remember about deep dish wheels...

The more negative offset (deeper dish) a wheel has, the more lateral force is applied to the wheel/axle bearings when the car turns a corner. More stress on the wheel bearings means they wear faster.

Jus' make the axles N' bearings BIGGER. HE HE HE

Originally posted by pro70z28
If you click on the camera by my name

Is it just me that I don't see the little camera thingy, or what.

Originally posted by pro60chevy
Is it just me that I don't see the little camera thingy, or what.

Yup it's just U. HE HE HE


I see 1 by yer' name too. Maybe a Johnson Rod tune up iz' in order???

Originally posted by pro70z28
Yup it's just U. HE HE HE


I see 1 by yer' name too. Maybe a Johnson Rod tune up iz' in order???

I musta done somethin wrong sometime in a past life. I don't see no stinkin camera thingy.

Originally posted by pro60chevy
I musta done somethin wrong sometime in a past life. I don't see no stinkin camera thingy.

Maybe there's sumthin' turned off in yer' User CP???? Here's what ya' should get if ya' have a camera to click on ~~~~~~
http://www.clubhotrod.com/photopost/...at=500&thumb=1

Originally posted by pro70z28
Maybe there's sumthin' turned off in yer' User CP???? Here's what ya' should get if ya' have a camera to click on ~~~~~~
http://www.clubhotrod.com/photopost/...at=500&thumb=1

I checked my User CP and everything is fine. I just want my little camera thingy back. I saw it a while ago, but all of a sudden it's gone! Maybe I should call for an investigation. Or maybe Mr.Mustang can see if it's something that I missed. Don't make me go out and buy another camera.

Originally posted by pro60chevy
I checked my User CP and everything is fine. I just want my little camera thingy back. I saw it a while ago, but all of a sudden it's gone! Maybe I should call for an investigation. Or maybe Mr.Mustang can see if it's something that I missed. Don't make me go out and buy another camera.

Oh No, Cyber Theft. Stop em' he's headed for the black hole. I'll put a new virtual camera on yer' Christmas list.

Originally posted by pro70z28
Oh No, Cyber Theft. Stop em' he's headed for the black hole. I'll put a new virtual camera on yer' Christmas list.

You must have put a scare into those crooks. I changed the "Style" and the camera has been returned. You're the best.

Originally posted by pro60chevy
You must have put a scare into those crooks. I changed the "Style" and the camera has been returned. You're the best.

Well ................ I guess they found out who day' were messin' wit' HUH