can i fit Z06 rims on an 01' SS

[abmcbballer]

I have a 2001 camaro SS and I need new rims and tires for traction, I have seen the ZR-1 rims but like the Z06 rims a lot more and they are about the same size, but before I buy them I want to make sure they would fit my car. Any one have anything to say?

the 17x9.5 in the front
the 18x10.5 in the back

[Injuneer]

There are a variety of Z06 wheels, including OEM and aftermarket, according to a table from VETTE magazine:

18 x 10.5" 58mm offset (~8.0" backspace) - OEM and repro
Will require a spacer on rear of a 4th Gen F-Body, or else the inside of the tire can be hard into the inner fender liner.

18 x 9.5" 61mm offset (~7.6" backspace) repro only
Fits OK, but will be slightly "sunk" into the wheel well. Spacer would help, since in the front the inner edge of the rim will be very close to the steering knuckle.

17 x 9.5" 54mm offset (~7.33" backspace) - OEM and repro
Will fit just about like a stock WS6/SS wheel

17 x 8.5" 56mm offset (~6.9" backspace) - repro only
Will fit similar to a stock wheel

Then you need to select a tire for each that will approximate the 25.65" outside diameter of the stock 17" SS 275/40-17 tires.

Not sure how much you will gain.... the 17 x 9.5" wheels are not really any different than what you have already, the 18 x 10.5" wheels while wider, will compromise straight-line traction with the short sidewall height.

What size did you have in mind?