My new 22" Lexani Wheels - Page 2

douglas2742 · 03-28-2018, 08:05 AM

I just wanted to show that 22's actually can look good on a Camaro. It's a personal style issue, and we all have different tastes. Now that I have them, when pictured side by side with my 20's they actually look TOO SMALL on the car. I don't race in any way or drive excessively aggressive - at 77 I don't trust my reflexes to do that! I just love to look at her, listen to her and clean & polish her in the garage. Different strokes for different folks!

douglas2742 · 03-28-2018, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Cgocifer

A little too big for my taste but looks pretty good. Brakes looks small now though. :-)

How heavy are they? Any rubbing?

Kinda torn, but I like it.

No rubbing as the diameter is the same as the 20's by using lower profile tires, 30's and 25's. I went up a bit in width (255 front, 295 rear) which widened the track a bit but not too much. Yes brakes will look dinky but that's a trade off I didn't mind. Lexani's are light weight and very well made - a high quality wheel for the $.

Cgocifer · 03-28-2018, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

Yep, I can never get over how goofy big rims look with tiny discs behind them. Worst of course is huge alloy wheels with tiny drum-brakes in the middle. I don't get why someone would sacrifice that much function (wheels that are harder to accelerate/turn, etc).[/QUOTE

Because functions like track or drag racing and ultra high performance driving are not my main reasons for owning this car. Styling, looks and exhaust sound are what I like. It's a garage Queen that gets about 2,000 miles a year driving. Different strokes for sure, but at 77 I don't trust myself doing high speed stuff anymore!

Yup, many different reasons enthusiasts want out of a car. Totally ok to want a cruiser with style and nice sound as the key attributes.

Havoc54 · 03-28-2018, 08:33 AM

I like it also! Post more pics!

JamesNoBrakes · 03-28-2018, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by douglas2742

Yes most will hate it for sure. But mostly because 19's or 20's are better for the track or drag strip. But I don't race or drive aggressively - just love the look and the sound of this SS.

No, 19s or stock 20s are better for everything. Lowering your car (increasing spring rate) and putting on 22 makes it suck more just for general driving handling, suspension and performance.

I'm glad you like the look, that's what really matters.

douglas2742 · 03-28-2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

No, 19s or stock 20s are better for everything. Lowering your car (increasing spring rate) and putting on 22 makes it suck more just for general driving handling, suspension and performance.

I'm glad you like the look, that's what really matters.

It came from the factory with the suspension lowering kit with different shocks and springs and a drop of about .75". I dropped it just another .75" with the Phastek springs. My "general" driving is on perfect roads in perfect weather only, so it's all good. I hate ANY amount of fender gap visually - all my hot rods throughout the years have been lowered. And yes, I do like the way it looks.

NYJets12 · 03-28-2018, 01:48 PM

nice wheels , and the stripes look good to

enzia35 · 03-28-2018, 02:40 PM

You're 77?? Damn, you do whatever you want, you've earned it.

douglas2742 · 03-28-2018, 02:55 PM

warriordave927 · 03-28-2018, 03:27 PM

Looks great douglas,like many people have said those stripes look good,ive thought about adding those to my car,mine being red hot with factory black ralley stripes and would add these side stripes in black as well,i looked through your album and didnt see any pics from the front of the car,would you mind posting a pic that shows both your hood and side stripes from a corner angle

JohnCobalt · 03-28-2018, 03:59 PM

When you’re 77 years old, you’re allowed to use caliper covers. Car looks good. Thumbs up.

TRich2SS · 03-28-2018, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by douglas2742

Personally I just like the fact that you are 77 and still driving around in a 455 hp sports car! One thing I have learned is that too many people build their car trying to get accolades from everyone else. As long as you like your car and we are not pitching in on your bill then its all good. Thanks for sharing sir!

chozn4service · 03-28-2018, 04:52 PM

I did double deuces on my Fifth Gen and it looked sick, or at least that's what everyone told me. I had the perfect stance with my drop, no wheel rub and loved the look! The only thing I didn't care for was the lower HP on the dyno since there was more rolling mass to move at the wheels. After my cam, I should have been right around 500hp but sadly I was around 440hp at the wheel. The other thing was the handling. At speed in curves, I was not as confident with the handling of the car, but the som-bitch looked good! LOL

On my SixGen I have new tires and wheels in the basement waiting to go on since I got lowered a week ago and I stayed with the 20". Still looks good or will look good with the new package I have but I don't want to sacrifice the performance and in particular the handling on this car. I did the GM Performance suspension on this car with the .75 drop with new shocks and struts and coils, and the ZL1/1LE sways. Bushings re-timed and 4 wheel alignment and it rides much better, and its like being on rails more so now than ever before. I did a 285 up front with 305 in the back. Can't wait to get them put on, maybe tomorrow.

To the OP, car looks good, no it looks great on 22"s and I'm just a little ways behind you, celebrated my 61st last Friday!

douglas2742 · 03-28-2018, 05:01 PM

yes
i'll do that tomorrow.

03-28-2018, 08:05 AM	#15
douglas2742 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS coupe Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Apple Valley, MN Posts: 217	I just wanted to show that 22's actually can look good on a Camaro. It's a personal style issue, and we all have different tastes. Now that I have them, when pictured side by side with my 20's they actually look TOO SMALL on the car. I don't race in any way or drive excessively aggressive - at 77 I don't trust my reflexes to do that! I just love to look at her, listen to her and clean & polish her in the garage. Different strokes for different folks! __________________ 1SS, Recaro seats, A8 w/paddle shift extensions, NPP, Magnuson 2300 supercharger, Flowmaster American Thunder exhaust and x-pipe, factory handling kit, Phastek lowering springs, Alpine sound system w/JL sub, Lexani custom 21" wheels, Michelin Super Sport 4S tires, Bigwormgraphix striping, Chevy Performance Brembo big brake kit, darkened taillights and Remin carbon fiber dash kit.

03-28-2018, 02:40 PM	#22
enzia35 Drives: '16 Garnet Red 1SS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 3,450	You're 77?? Damn, you do whatever you want, you've earned it. __________________ '16 Camaro 1SS '18 Miata GT Gone: '01 Camaro, '14 Camaro, '90 Miata

03-28-2018, 02:55 PM	#23
douglas2742 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS coupe Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Apple Valley, MN Posts: 217	__________________ 1SS, Recaro seats, A8 w/paddle shift extensions, NPP, Magnuson 2300 supercharger, Flowmaster American Thunder exhaust and x-pipe, factory handling kit, Phastek lowering springs, Alpine sound system w/JL sub, Lexani custom 21" wheels, Michelin Super Sport 4S tires, Bigwormgraphix striping, Chevy Performance Brembo big brake kit, darkened taillights and Remin carbon fiber dash kit.

03-28-2018, 04:52 PM	#27
chozn4service Drives: 2016 SS w/2SS A8 Blue Velvet Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: 39.793153,-86.238223 Posts: 3,678 View My Garage	I did double deuces on my Fifth Gen and it looked sick, or at least that's what everyone told me. I had the perfect stance with my drop, no wheel rub and loved the look! The only thing I didn't care for was the lower HP on the dyno since there was more rolling mass to move at the wheels. After my cam, I should have been right around 500hp but sadly I was around 440hp at the wheel. The other thing was the handling. At speed in curves, I was not as confident with the handling of the car, but the som-bitch looked good! LOL On my SixGen I have new tires and wheels in the basement waiting to go on since I got lowered a week ago and I stayed with the 20". Still looks good or will look good with the new package I have but I don't want to sacrifice the performance and in particular the handling on this car. I did the GM Performance suspension on this car with the .75 drop with new shocks and struts and coils, and the ZL1/1LE sways. Bushings re-timed and 4 wheel alignment and it rides much better, and its like being on rails more so now than ever before. I did a 285 up front with 305 in the back. Can't wait to get them put on, maybe tomorrow. To the OP, car looks good, no it looks great on 22"s and I'm just a little ways behind you, celebrated my 61st last Friday! Attached Images __________________ Never grow up, it's a trap!

03-28-2018, 05:01 PM	#28
douglas2742 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS coupe Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Apple Valley, MN Posts: 217	yes i'll do that tomorrow. __________________ 1SS, Recaro seats, A8 w/paddle shift extensions, NPP, Magnuson 2300 supercharger, Flowmaster American Thunder exhaust and x-pipe, factory handling kit, Phastek lowering springs, Alpine sound system w/JL sub, Lexani custom 21" wheels, Michelin Super Sport 4S tires, Bigwormgraphix striping, Chevy Performance Brembo big brake kit, darkened taillights and Remin carbon fiber dash kit.

03-28-2018, 08:33 AM	#18
Havoc54 Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 24	I like it also! Post more pics!

03-28-2018, 01:48 PM	#21
NYJets12 Drives: 2018 1LT Camaro Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: PA Posts: 781	nice wheels , and the stripes look good to

03-28-2018, 03:27 PM	#24
warriordave927 Deadpool Drives: 2016 camaro lt rs m6 redhot Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: El Paso Tx Posts: 250	Looks great douglas,like many people have said those stripes look good,ive thought about adding those to my car,mine being red hot with factory black ralley stripes and would add these side stripes in black as well,i looked through your album and didnt see any pics from the front of the car,would you mind posting a pic that shows both your hood and side stripes from a corner angle

03-28-2018, 03:59 PM	#25
JohnCobalt Drives: Camaro and Mazda CX3 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 181	When you’re 77 years old, you’re allowed to use caliper covers. Car looks good. Thumbs up.

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