I have a 96 base model with the orig rims (235x16). I would like to extend the rear wheels out and looking into buying 2" spacer. I have never used spacers before and would like to inquire unto which brand to get and where to get it with a reasonable price. Also will 2" push it out enough with out hitting the fender when moving? Has anyone used this on a stock wheels? advice and photos will be highly appreciated.

 

Use a tape measure to see how much clearance you have to move the wheels out.
You need bolt on adapter spacers, not just spacers. I've used them before, and as long as you don't plan on doing any off-road jumping with the car, I wouldn't be concerned about durability. Just be sure to use the hub-centric type like these: Wheel Adapter Spacers. They flange to your axle hub, and have a flange to mate to your wheel. Cheapo ones are flat and rely only on the lug nuts to stay true, which they don't always do.

 

Thanks Camaro69! I saw an Eibach bolt on adapter and was thinking 2" but I am not sure on how to measure. I dont want the wheel to stick out from the fender. Excuse me for asking a question: How do I properly measure the distance on the rear? Should I have some one sit in the back seat so it will lower and then measure from tire to fender?

 

Two people in the back would be better since that's what you can fit. And also figure a little more travel than that for when you hit a bump or dip in the road. Sometimes guys don't realize they have fender clearance problems until they start cruising around with a load in the back seat.

 

Does the 96 have drum or disk brakes? I have been told by many mechanics not to use wheel spacers on drum brakes.

 

Jim, my 96 are all disc brake. Thanks for the advice.
Happy Holidays !!

 

But what he's looking for is wheel adapter/spacers, not just spacers. The adapters bolt onto the hub just like the wheel would, and the wheel bolts onto the adapter. Since the adapters bolt to the hub, the type of brakes (disk or drum) makes no difference.