The Chevy C5 Corvette wheel spacers are designed to create more inner wheel clearance for wheel fitment. They have been widely used as an effective upgrade among many modification enthusiasts. Installing wheel spacers adds more stability and improves handling even when the tire size does not change.
In addition, the resistance to rollover enhances when the wheels are moved outwards from the wheel assembly. The C5 Corvette wheel spacers can be as thin as 3mm or as thick as 50mm, which enables you to push the wheels out just as much as you want. In this post, we’ll examine the safe sizes for driving.
What Sizes Are C5 Corvette Wheel Spacers?
- 3mm to 10mm: Good for clearing larger brake calipers while keeping the OEM-like stance.
- 20mm to 25mm: Providing a perfect flush wheel style while improving the ride quality.
- 30mm to 50mm: Fitting a wide body kit which gives your C5 Corvette a bold, powerful look.
What is the Chevy C5 Corvette Wheel Spacers Torque Spec?
The REFERENCE torque spec of the Chevy C5 Corvette wheel spacers is 83.3 ft-lb (113 Nm). This is just a reference value. Some wheels or applications may require more or less tightening torque. It is always a good idea to ask a tire expert to figure out the exact torque spec before operating.
Chevy C5 Corvette 5×4.75” Spacers: Brand Matters?
High-end brand manufacturers produce genuine C5 Corvette wheel spacers for quality and durability. The top-quality material and more safety tests are the reason why brand wheel spacers tend to be safer than those cheap copycats. Experts will choose genuine brand-new wheel spacers, which will perform well even after long-term use.
What Are the Best C5 Corvette Wheel Spacers for Sale?
If you choose BONOSS forged active cooling C5 Corvette wheel spacers, you’re opting for safety, performance, and trusted quality. All BONOSS forged active cooling wheel spacers are made of advanced machinery and undergo a series of safety tests before leaving the factory. Here are several key advantages that make BONOSS spacers a top choice.
1. Active Cooling for Better Performance
These BONOSS forged active cooling C5 Corvette wheel spacers come with a global registered active cooling technique. Distributed in petal shape, these grooves allow the external cold air to flow continuously inside the wheel spacer when it rotates. The air takes away the heat. This boosts the cooling efficiency, reducing brake thermal decay, and improving road safety.
2. Hub-centric Design, Zero Vibration
To provide a perfect fitment, BONOSS make adjustments to the spacers according to the actual vehicle hub design. These BONOSS forged active cooling C5 Corvette wheel spacers come with better multi-stage hub-centric lips. This is helpful to keep the spacers and wheels centered and balanced, reducing the chance of high-speed vibration.
3. Strong Fasteners for Improved Stability
To ensure a strong wheel-spacer-hub connection, BONOSS forged active cooling C5 Corvette wheel spacers provide ISO 12.9 wheel studs (tensile strength≥1220 MPa) and ISO grade 10 wheel nuts (proof load≥1,100 MPa). All BONOSS wheel spacer complete packages are supplied with SGS and TÜV authoritative certification reports.
Frequently Asked FAQ
Q: Are Chevy C5 Corvette wheel spacers legal?
A: Generally, using Corvette wheel spacers is legal and allowable in most countries and regions.
Q: Can you fit 5×114.3 to 5×120.65?
A: Yes, by using a 5×120.65 to 5×114.3 wheel adapter, you can fit 5×114.3 wheels on a C5 Corvette with 5×120.65 bolt pattern.
Q: Do Corvette spacers slow you down?
A: Lightweight C5 Corvette wheel spacers don’t negatively affect the acceleration, mpg, or high-speed performance.
Final Verdict: Elevate Your Car with BONOSS
Whether you plan to give your vehicle a more aggressive stance, a better performance, or simply accommodate different aftermarket wheels, BONOSS forged active cooling C5 Corvette wheel spacers are a great solution. Your car deserves the best.
(Hi, I’m Kevin Brian, a 30-year mechanical engineer. For a better user experience, this article is original content uploaded by humans. It is not generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) Models or tools.)
