lugnut pattern

[ssvejiita]

the only rims thatll fit on my 99 grand am are rims with lugnut pattern 5x115mm?? and what does that mean??
there is no way a 5x120mm rim could fit??

[jayhawk]

No way, no how. They get the measurement from measuring from one hole to the next hole opposite it.

[ssvejiita]

that sucks..i would love a set of those rims that come on the 04 gto s

[jayhawk]

Even if the pattern is the same, the wheels offset would be opposite of a FWD's...in other words, the wheels would stick out 3 inches from the fender.

[tenspeed]

Originally posted by ssvejiita
the only rims thatll fit on my 99 grand am are rims with lugnut pattern 5x115mm?? and what does that mean??
there is no way a 5x120mm rim could fit??

5x115mm mean five studs (5) and a 115 mm diameter bolt circle.

[Colin]

Originally posted by ssvejiita
the only rims thatll fit on my 99 grand am are rims with lugnut pattern 5x115mm?? 114.3 will also fit , do a search for more info ..... ;)

[DontPassTheFence]

I wish those 99+ chrometechs fit the 96-98's man stupid GM...

[ssvejiita]

Originally posted by Colin
114.3 will also fit , do a search for more info ..... ;)

a search where?or how??
y dont you just tell me everything i need to know???:D

[Colin]

Originally posted by ssvejiita
a search where?or how??
y dont you just tell me everything i need to know???:D If you use the SEARCH button in the top right corner of the page you can find threads like this ---- > http://www.gaownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=32269&highlight=114.3

[ssvejiita]

hey in that thread they talk about wheel offset..what does that mean?

[tenspeed]

From the Tire Rack Tech section
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The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. The offset can be one of three types.

Zero Offset
The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.

Positive
The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front wheel drive cars and newer rear drive cars.

Negative
The hub mounting surface is toward the back or brake side of the wheels centerline. "Deep dish" wheels are typically a negative offset.

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/wheeltech.jsp

[ssvejiita]

wow i need to consult a tech before i buy rims