5-lug conversion?

RunningOnEMT · #1 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:02 PM

Anyone ever considered a 5 lug conversion for our cars?

I mean mustangs do it all the time, and its not like we need 6 lugs for any kind of power issue or towing capacity.

if we're going to upgrade to multipiece or BB kits why not throw on some hubs from a regular CTS while you're at it?

i may be completely off base here, i'm still a newbie friday will be 21 days in the V-owners club

svassh · #2 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by SoontobeCTSV

Anyone ever considered a 5 lug conversion for our cars?

I mean mustangs do it all the time, and its not like we need 6 lugs for any kind of power issue or towing capacity.

if we're going to upgrade to multipiece or BB kits why not throw on some hubs from a regular CTS while you're at it?

i may be completely off base here, i'm still a newbie friday will be 21 days in the V-owners club

Are you willing to dump the BIG Brembos as well?

RunningOnEMT · #3 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:18 PM

If you're going to upgrade to a big brake kit anyways... they make comparable sized kits with better rotors and no rusty hubs for the 5 lug spacings

its just a random brainstorming session, i'm bored at work and wanted a good discussion.

I'm still feeling stickershock from buying the car so i'm not spending any money on anything like this soon

this gets us wheel options out the wazooh, especially trackday wheels (light and strong) for half the price of the 6 lug setups, now the poor f***s like me can afford wheels, no kwan for HRE's or CCW's right now

svassh · #4 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:21 PM

Bottom line its do-able but seems unlikely you would save any money by doing this. Assuming you invested in comparable brake setup as you say, its likely to cost more than the cost difference for the custom 6 lug wheels. Not to mention it would be a bastardized setup that would kill your resale value. Assuming you wanted to sell at some point.

RunningOnEMT · #5 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by svassh

Bottom line its do-able but seems unlikely you would save any money by doing this. Assuming you invested in comparable brake setup as you say, its likely to cost more than the cost difference for the custom 6 lug wheels. Not to mention it would be a bastardized setup that would kill your resale value. Assuming you wanted to sell at some point.

what is this sell word you speak of.... the only getting rid of this car will be from my cold dead knurled horribly old man skeleton like fingers

eh, like i said it was just an idea, being bored at work brings out the wierd in me.

seems iForged doesnt even make the wheels that i like anymore...

hell my car is so stock it whimpers when i start it up, still "saving for a 3m clear bra"

svassh · #6 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:40 PM

You may want to sell if you have 4 kids someday. After all why not buy a Vette if it wasn't for the extra seats?

RunningOnEMT · #7 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 01:44 PM

4?!??!?!? 4?

2 and then i'm getting Van Damme to crane kick me in the crotch or something, thats more than enough ...

caddyv8v · #8 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 03:15 PM

I considered it, although gm states that the 5 lug does not have the same heavy duty hub bearing as the six. not sure how the lighter duty bearing would hold up, and as stated above, the cost probably would cancil the savings.

Dreamin · #9 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:05 PM

Custom wheels would be cheaper than hub conversion + 'off-the-shelf' wheels.

RunningOnEMT · #10 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:14 PM

looked up parts and stuff... its DEFINITELY cheaper even with me doing all the work

the brakes alone make it significantly more expensive to match the stock brembos is like 3100 bucks

nxlr8 · #11 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SoontobeCTSV

3100 bucks

Ckroll · #12 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:22 PM

I will admit...it's a HUGE pain in the arse to try and find wheels for a V. I looked EVERYWHERE for my previous V and thought I had found some, only to be given BS info from a not-so-knowledgable sales guy. I had been told multiple stories and ended up calling the wheel maker directly for the official word...and wouldn't you know...they didn't make squat for the V. Lesson learned. Personally I think for the money, HRE's are the way to go...NO issues with those. Not sure how much a 5 lug conversion + "regular" wheels would be compared to 6 lug HRE's (~$1400 each wheel), but I think it would cause more problems than it would solve.

Chris

RunningOnEMT · #13 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:23 PM

stoptech Big Brake kits

slotted cryotreated rotors... and 6 piston calipers... plus all the mounting hardware and braided SS lines...

why mess with a moderatly awesome thing..stupid 6x115 lol

the only thing i'd change about this car

RunningOnEMT · #14 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:24 PM

i'm actually looking for a set of graphite finish iForged astras... which they don't seem to make anymore... 19x9

Ckroll · #15 (**permalink**) 01-17-07, 05:28 PM

you could always take the stocks and get them powder coated...there are a couple of places in Manassas that do it, and it's relatively inexpensive. Just to add a different flair to your ride....if you want black wheels of course. Other wise....there are wheels made by.....hmm, I forgot, I'll look it up for you.

Chris