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**89RS** · 12-19-2009, 10:52 PM

Part 1:

So I ordered a pint of paint yesterday to do a spray out on the hood of the Camaro. I found some pictures of the paint on the internet and want opinions. I will post pictures of the hood as soon as it is prepped and painted.

**89RS** · 12-19-2009, 10:57 PM

Part 2:

With the new paint I will also be planning on buying new wheels for the car. I have a set in mind, but am curious what you all would pick. The ZR1 style wheels are 17" x 8" all the way around and made to fit the 3rd gen from SLP. The other two sets would be custom ordered 3 piece wheels and 17" x 8" front and 17" x 10" rears.

**Spinmaster** · 12-19-2009, 11:59 PM

You Suck David. JK
It's gonna look sweet.

**chevalierSS** · 12-20-2009, 08:57 AM

i'm in favor of any paint that can turn a thirdgen into a lexus

**Vad3r** · 12-20-2009, 02:00 PM

Love that color and I like the second wheel choice, the ZE's. those are bad ass.

**89RS** · 12-20-2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Vad3r

Love that color and I like the second wheel choice, the ZE's. those are bad ass.

I agree on the wheels. I'm really liking the style of it.

**89RS** · 12-20-2009, 11:53 PM

So what do you all think of these for the rears?

First picture is what the wheel with the deep lip will look like. The second picture is of the Chrome finish. I couldn't find one of the wheel I want in chrome.

**Vad3r** · 12-21-2009, 01:19 AM

no chrome. if it was me, on my car, i'd do a gun metal enter with polished lip other wise just the satin finish but go with the deepest rear dish you can get.

**Speagle** · 12-21-2009, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Vad3r

Love that color and I like the second wheel choice, the ZE's. those are bad ass.

+1

and if you go 17x8 and 17x10 your backspacing will be 4.5 in the front and 6 out back, trust me.

**Kevin V 2002 SS** · 12-21-2009, 09:00 AM

I love that color of blue!!!!

Personally, I'm old school, I love chrome wheels. The ZR1's remind me of the old Cragar that were extremely popular for many years. That's why I've kept mine and put the 17" x 11" on the rear of mine.

NilestRacing · 12-21-2009, 05:44 PM

looks kinda like the house of color true blue pearl. i like it.. heres some i found..

dvmeter · 02-06-2010, 02:29 PM

personally i'd go with the SLP's ZR1 style rims. i think they'd look a lot better on a 3rd gen. I've got a set of 97 camaro SS silver ZR1 style rims on the way for my 3rd gen. did you already buy rims? which style?

**89RS** · 02-06-2010, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dvmeter

personally i'd go with the SLP's ZR1 style rims. i think they'd look a lot better on a 3rd gen. I've got a set of 97 camaro SS silver ZR1 style rims on the way for my 3rd gen. did you already buy rims? which style?

Nope, I haven't ordered the wheels yet. I have found a few other things to focus on. Still working on the fuel system and the floor area of the rear storage well. After you get your wheels I would like to see pictures of them after you get them mounted on the car.

David

**Kevin V 2002 SS** · 02-07-2010, 10:26 AM

Dave, if you want to see how ZR1 wheels look, I still have my original chrome rims with Firehawks on them.

dvmeter · 02-07-2010, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 89RS

After you get your wheels I would like to see pictures of them after you get them mounted on the car.

will do.

**89RS** · 02-07-2010, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin V 2002 SS

Dave, if you want to see how ZR1 wheels look, I still have my original chrome rims with Firehawks on them.

Thanks for the offer Kevin, I may take you up on the offer. I am over by you everyday, maybe one day you are off from work I can stop by and check them out. Just let me know when will be a good time for you.

David

JIMS406RS · 02-08-2010, 12:14 AM

cant find any good pics, but the color is same as what I painted my 91. check ay avatar...

**Kevin V 2002 SS** · 02-08-2010, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by 89RS

Thanks for the offer Kevin, I may take you up on the offer. I am over by you everyday, maybe one day you are off from work I can stop by and check them out. Just let me know when will be a good time for you.

David

weekends are about it

Blaze · 02-08-2010, 02:16 PM

6" bs on a 10" rim will rub. You need 5.5" I actually ran 5" bs on a 10" rim and it put the tire almost even with the outer lip.

pondriver · 02-08-2010, 02:35 PM

I'm running 17x10" with a 6.25" bs with no rubbing. Tire size is 275x40x17

Blaze · 02-08-2010, 02:37 PM

Thats pretty good. Did you have to do any wheel well beating? Remove the bump stop?

pondriver · 02-08-2010, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blaze

Thats pretty good. Did you have to do any wheel well beating? Remove the bump stop?

I haven't yet. Everything is pretty tight. I probably should lose the bump stops but as of yet no interference anywhere.

JIMS406RS · 02-09-2010, 07:59 PM

my 15x10 prostars are 6.5 bs. I had to remove the bumpstop and "motivate" the inner fender wells a bit. they are close, but dont rub. I had a set of 5.5 bs wheels first but I didnt like the way they fit so I decided to make the 6.5bs work. Im glad I did they look much better IMO.

**89RS** · 02-09-2010, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JIMS406RS

cant find any good pics, but the color is same as what I painted my 91. check ay avatar...

Jim, I would like to see your car in person sometime to see the paint and check out the wheels.

David

JIMS406RS · 02-10-2010, 04:29 PM

David,
no problem its sitting in my garage waiting for me to get off my ass and finish the wiring. I live in crestwood if youd like to come buy and check it out let me know and Ill give you directions.
Jimmy

dvmeter · 04-03-2010, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 89RS

Nope, I haven't ordered the wheels yet. I have found a few other things to focus on. Still working on the fuel system and the floor area of the rear storage well. After you get your wheels I would like to see pictures of them after you get them mounted on the car.

David

you still wanting to see pics of the SS/ZR1 rims on 3rd gen? I just now got them on my car and pics.

Pearl Z · 04-03-2010, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 89RS

Jim, I would like to see your car in person sometime to see the paint and check out the wheels.

David

+1 on that...I'm a thirdgen fanatic.

David I love the ZR1 style and you don't see many around here but they are everywhere it seems on these cars. Head to thirdgen.org and do a little search. I vote something a little more modern looking with a huge dish. I also vote for 18's...

**Speagle** · 04-03-2010, 11:27 PM

18x10 with 6" backspace will be perfect for the rear. Nitto even makes a 305 18

Yun Gunz · 04-03-2010, 11:49 PM

Drool

**Vad3r** · 04-04-2010, 01:37 AM

[quote=Yun Gunz]Drool

X's 2 that is sick!

**89RS** · 04-04-2010, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dvmeter

you still wanting to see pics of the SS/ZR1 rims on 3rd gen? I just now got them on my car and pics.

Yeah, I would like to see how they turned out. I still haven't decided what I am going to do about wheels though.

David

**Speagle** · 04-04-2010, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Blaze

6" bs on a 10" rim will rub. You need 5.5" I actually ran 5" bs on a 10" rim and it put the tire almost even with the outer lip.

I had a 315 on a 17x10 with 6" bs. The tires were a tad wide for the wheel and rubbed a little it took about 5 minutes to clearance the inner fender. A 305 shouldn't rub at all

dvmeter · 04-04-2010, 10:02 PM

Here's what few pics I have. I really like them, I love how they turned out. The only problem I have is that they further accentuate how badly I need to lower my car.

**89RS** · 04-04-2010, 11:11 PM

They look good on the car. I may be able to help you out with a set of Eibach Sport Springs if you would be interested. After I figure out what I am going to do with it I will let you know. Where are you in Louisville?

David

**89RS** · 04-04-2010, 11:14 PM

Yun Gunz, I really like the look of that car. I am hoping that mine will turn out as slick as that one is. Only time will tell though.

David

Yun Gunz · 04-04-2010, 11:15 PM

dvmeter that car looks pretty damn good

BLK95-Z · 04-05-2010, 12:28 AM

Looks great man

dvmeter · 04-05-2010, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 89RS

They look good on the car. I may be able to help you out with a set of Eibach Sport Springs if you would be interested. After I figure out what I am going to do with it I will let you know. Where are you in Louisville?

David

Thanks, I hope the pics helped you in your decision for your car. So those are the eibach sportlines (~1.5" drop) not the pro kit (~1" drop)? If they are then I'd be interested if you do decide to sell them. Depends on price though. I was planning on going with cut moogs, would end up with about the same drop as sportlines but have a much stiffer spring rate. But if the price is right, then I'm interested. Let me know.

Oh and I'm in PRP (southwest jefferson county).

dvmeter · 04-05-2010, 06:14 PM

and thanks for the other compliments, Yun Gunz and BLK95-Z. Car still is in desperate need of a paint job and lowering like I mentioned. But aside from that I'm almost happy with it from the outside asethetics stand point. The rims really helped in my opinion. I'm really glad to get rid of the skinnies I had on there, I have so much more contact patch now. I'm sure there's a reason why weld says not to run the skinnies on the street. lol.

12-19-2009, 10:52 PM	#1
89RS KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brooks, KY Posts: 1,574 1989 Camaro RS	Tell me what you think.... Part 1: So I ordered a pint of paint yesterday to do a spray out on the hood of the Camaro. I found some pictures of the paint on the internet and want opinions. I will post pictures of the hood as soon as it is prepped and painted. Attached Thumbnails __________________ David Harrah Jr *Brooks, KY* 1989 Camaro RS-Carbed 350 - Turbo 350 trans-T-tops-Cowl Induction Hood-16" IROC Wheels Photos: The Toy Gallery

12-19-2009, 10:57 PM	#2
89RS KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brooks, KY Posts: 1,574 1989 Camaro RS	Part 2: With the new paint I will also be planning on buying new wheels for the car. I have a set in mind, but am curious what you all would pick. The ZR1 style wheels are 17" x 8" all the way around and made to fit the 3rd gen from SLP. The other two sets would be custom ordered 3 piece wheels and 17" x 8" front and 17" x 10" rears. Attached Thumbnails

12-20-2009, 08:57 AM	#4
chevalierSS Think with your dipstick Jimmy Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bardstown Posts: 622 1995 Trans Am	i'm in favor of any paint that can turn a thirdgen into a lexus __________________ Eric 1995 Pontiac Trans Am LE2 350 LT1

12-20-2009, 02:00 PM	#5
Vad3r If you only knew the power... Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Albany, IN Posts: 1,150 2000 Focus ZX3	Love that color and I like the second wheel choice, the ZE's. those are bad ass. __________________ Once a Poo Head, always a Poo Head.. Past "Real Cars" 1967 Mustang 289 -4spd 1987 GTA Trans AM -5spd 1993 Z28 Camaro -6spd 1998 Trans AM -6spd 2007 SRT8 Charger

12-20-2009, 11:53 PM	#7
89RS KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brooks, KY Posts: 1,574 1989 Camaro RS	So what do you all think of these for the rears? First picture is what the wheel with the deep lip will look like. The second picture is of the Chrome finish. I couldn't find one of the wheel I want in chrome. Attached Thumbnails

12-19-2009, 11:59 PM	#3
Spinmaster My hands are up in your rear Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 9,147	You Suck David. JK It's gonna look sweet.

12-21-2009, 01:19 AM	#8
Vad3r If you only knew the power... Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Albany, IN Posts: 1,150 2000 Focus ZX3	no chrome. if it was me, on my car, i'd do a gun metal enter with polished lip other wise just the satin finish but go with the deepest rear dish you can get.

12-21-2009, 09:00 AM	#10
Kevin V 2002 SS ZAINO PUSHER!!!! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 8,164	I love that color of blue!!!! Personally, I'm old school, I love chrome wheels. The ZR1's remind me of the old Cragar that were extremely popular for many years. That's why I've kept mine and put the 17" x 11" on the rear of mine. __________________ Kevin Villier 2002 SS #186 - 6M with Hurst and "short-stick", T-Tops, chrome SS wheels, Stran racing suspension, SS grill, BMR STB, chrome-moly panhard rod and LCA's, SLP SFC's, LT headers w/ RT hi-flo cats, 236 cam, TEA Stage 1.5 5.3L heads, ASP pulley, SLP loudmouth, Direct-Flo lid, 4.10 gears. Louisville, KY home phone 451-6207 work phone 394-3855 home e-mail kvillier@iglou.com work e-mail kvillier@ctsgec.com

12-21-2009, 05:44 PM	#11
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02-06-2010, 02:29 PM	#12
dvmeter Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 39 1989 Camaro RS	personally i'd go with the SLP's ZR1 style rims. i think they'd look a lot better on a 3rd gen. I've got a set of 97 camaro SS silver ZR1 style rims on the way for my 3rd gen. did you already buy rims? which style?

02-07-2010, 10:26 AM	#14
Kevin V 2002 SS ZAINO PUSHER!!!! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 8,164	Dave, if you want to see how ZR1 wheels look, I still have my original chrome rims with Firehawks on them.

02-08-2010, 12:14 AM	#17
JIMS406RS Jimmy Taylor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Crestwood KY Posts: 193	cant find any good pics, but the color is same as what I painted my 91. check ay avatar... __________________ 91 camaro RS 406, AFR heads, Performer RPM Airgap Intake, custom comp cam, 825 race demon, Profab tubular k-member, Profab tubular a -arms, Spohn adjustable LCA's, Spohn adjustable torque arm, Spohn adjustable panhard bar, front coil over conversion. T-56, SPEC stage 3i clutch, SPEC aluminum flywheel, pro 5.0 shifter, 10 point cage. much more...

02-08-2010, 02:16 PM	#19
Blaze Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sellersburg IN Posts: 1,184	6" bs on a 10" rim will rub. You need 5.5" I actually ran 5" bs on a 10" rim and it put the tire almost even with the outer lip. __________________ 1969 C10 Daily Driver 1988 IROCZ the lost project car, hopefully headed back to the street 1955 Bel Air Big Tire Drag Car

02-08-2010, 02:35 PM	#20
pondriver Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bowling Green Posts: 306 1992 camaro Z03	I'm running 17x10" with a 6.25" bs with no rubbing. Tire size is 275x40x17

02-08-2010, 02:37 PM	#21
Blaze Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sellersburg IN Posts: 1,184	Thats pretty good. Did you have to do any wheel well beating? Remove the bump stop?

02-09-2010, 07:59 PM	#23
JIMS406RS Jimmy Taylor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Crestwood KY Posts: 193	my 15x10 prostars are 6.5 bs. I had to remove the bumpstop and "motivate" the inner fender wells a bit. they are close, but dont rub. I had a set of 5.5 bs wheels first but I didnt like the way they fit so I decided to make the 6.5bs work. Im glad I did they look much better IMO.

02-10-2010, 04:29 PM	#25
JIMS406RS Jimmy Taylor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Crestwood KY Posts: 193	David, no problem its sitting in my garage waiting for me to get off my ass and finish the wiring. I live in crestwood if youd like to come buy and check it out let me know and Ill give you directions. Jimmy

04-03-2010, 11:27 PM	#28
Speagle KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: jeffersonville, IN Posts: 2,341	18x10 with 6" backspace will be perfect for the rear. Nitto even makes a 305 18 __________________ 2010 IOM 2SS/RS 411rwhp/411rwtq "The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who are not."-Thomas Jefferson "I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them." - Thomas Jefferson

04-03-2010, 11:49 PM	#29
Yun Gunz Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: MC/HC Line Posts: 924	Drool __________________

04-04-2010, 01:37 AM	#30
Vad3r If you only knew the power... Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Albany, IN Posts: 1,150 2000 Focus ZX3	[quote=Yun Gunz]Drool X's 2 that is sick!

04-04-2010, 10:02 PM	#33
dvmeter Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 39 1989 Camaro RS	Here's what few pics I have. I really like them, I love how they turned out. The only problem I have is that they further accentuate how badly I need to lower my car.

04-04-2010, 11:11 PM	#34
89RS KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brooks, KY Posts: 1,574 1989 Camaro RS	They look good on the car. I may be able to help you out with a set of Eibach Sport Springs if you would be interested. After I figure out what I am going to do with it I will let you know. Where are you in Louisville? David

04-04-2010, 11:14 PM	#35
89RS KY Fbodies Veteran poster Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Brooks, KY Posts: 1,574 1989 Camaro RS	Yun Gunz, I really like the look of that car. I am hoping that mine will turn out as slick as that one is. Only time will tell though. David

04-04-2010, 11:15 PM	#36
Yun Gunz Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: MC/HC Line Posts: 924	dvmeter that car looks pretty damn good

04-05-2010, 12:28 AM	#37
BLK95-Z Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Iroquois Park area Posts: 294 1995 Camaro Z28 M6	Looks great man __________________ 1995 z28 hardtop M6, Moroso CAI, 58mm tb, new 355 with LE2 heads & intake, cc306, Speed Pro forged pistons, Eagle rods, EWP, Double roller, MSD 6AL, B&M short shifter, Mickey Thompson ET Street's, 4.10s, no interior-AIR/EGR/AC

04-05-2010, 06:14 PM	#39
dvmeter Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 39 1989 Camaro RS	and thanks for the other compliments, Yun Gunz and BLK95-Z. Car still is in desperate need of a paint job and lowering like I mentioned. But aside from that I'm almost happy with it from the outside asethetics stand point. The rims really helped in my opinion. I'm really glad to get rid of the skinnies I had on there, I have so much more contact patch now. I'm sure there's a reason why weld says not to run the skinnies on the street. lol.

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