wheels for fc with Commodore stud pattern

[FC 304 wannabe]

hi all,
I was interested to here any thoughts on what wheels I can use on my fc that is now running a Commodore stud pattern.
I would prefer 17s if I can make them work.
hq stud pattern close enough???
thanks.

[Harv]

FC304,


HQ and Commodore are different. Whilst you can interchange them and get away with it, it puts a hell of a load on the wheel studs. There is a real risk of snapping wheel studs under load... I'd strongly reccomend not to interchange the two. If you want to use HQ rims, have the rotors offset drilled and use oversized studs.

Wheel choice with Commodore stud pattern is often limited by fouling (tie-rod ends, grease nipples or inner guards) - I assume here that you are running a HR front end. Be aware that Commodore offset varies significantly - 26 to 43mm is common.
This thread gives some info on offsets:
http://www.fbekholden.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=2849

, whilst this thread gives some info on legality (NSW RTA regs):
http://www.fbekholden.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=14204

Cheers,
Harv.

[FC 304 wannabe]

thanks harv,
looks like I will not get an easy fix for the problem.
for now the car will remain on my old 15 inch vp Calais mags while I'm still building. They seem to fit ok....

[FCRB26]

I have Walkinshaws on mine 16x7 they clear good but im running my adaptors i make to fit commodore rotors and callipers onto HD HR stubs.


Although in saying they clear i had to change upper balljoints to a different brand as some have a tall grease pot on top and they foul on the wheel weights.


Pete

[FC427]

If you can find a 17" Speedy Wheel that you like  they bring them in to the country blank and can drill them to suit Commodore I run 17 x 7 with a 120mm back space and my front  track is 25mm over the legal limit .The Show Wheels streeters  come in a 4" back space,  but they can mill the centers to give you 4 1/4 " back space otherwise you will be up for more $$$$$ for a custom made wheel ...FC427.....