Wide Rims?!

[-=AlexXx=-]

so u can go 10" in the back.. no problem! that is GOOD to know, is it possible to use spacers for CTS's?

[the cadillac kid]

alex
are u talking about hubcentric rings?

[YuraB]

D3 while we got ur attention, how much for just the front bumper from the new body kit for the CTS. Also, does it sit lower than the stock front bumper? im wondering if it would look funny with just the front bumper from the kit.

[CaddiLackin]

My eyesight is kind of bad these days, can you repost that picture, but bigger? thanks

[-=AlexXx=-]

Kid

im not sure, my buddy was telling me about them, they just push out your tire so its more flush with your fender and looks better. I was wondering if that is a possibility for our cars, on his BMW it is. Thanks for the help.

[the cadillac kid]

does he have aftermarket rims?

the wheels he put on may not have been exactly the right size, (because he couldnt find them in the right bolt pattern so he expanded his range of options by going to the next closest bolt pattern). The cts uses a 5x115 bolt pattern, but there arent too many choices in that size, so many have bought rims in 5x114.3 & used 0.7mm hubcentric rings to push the wheels out a little more & make them fit snuggly (and safely).

thats what came to mind when you said that..

[-=AlexXx=-]

ya i completly understood that, but there is this thing called a spacer that does essentially the same thing. My question is would that be safe to use on a CTS?

[YuraB]

spacers are not a good idea.

[-=AlexXx=-]

thanks yura

[Dr. Design]

Just to elaborate on the idea of using spacers.... Spacers are not good because if you do not increase the length of your stud you run the risk of not having enough thread engagement. The additional space added to the "pad" via the spacer will reduce the amount of threads engaging with the lug nut by that same thickness. Furthermore spacers will increase your scrub radius when cornering. Spacers should only be used if you are trying to clear brakes or meet a certain offset. Even so they should be only used short term, not as a permanent modification.

The best solution for any street vehicle is to obtain wheels that are properly designed and built for your given application. A proper wheel will have the correct "pad" height and offset.

Please let us know if there are any other questions.


Thanks,

Dr. Design
D3 Cadillac

Originally Posted by YuraB

spacers are not a good idea.

D3 while we got ur attention, how much for just the front bumper from the new body kit for the CTS. Also, does it sit lower than the stock front bumper? im wondering if it would look funny with just the front bumper from the kit.

Hmm this is kind of a touchy subject. Without getting into it, we have suspended development of that application for the time being. We have pricing for it already, but no production items at this time. For the record it would look funny without the side skirts.

Thanks - Dr. Design