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Will 1974 Chevrolet Camaro rims fit on a 1986 Camaro?

It's possible, but not guaranteed. While both are Camaros, the bolt patterns (number of lug nuts and their spacing) *might* be the same, but the wheel's offset and backspacing (how far the wheel sits in the wheel well) could be different. This means even if the bolt pattern matches, they could rub against the suspension or body.

To be sure, you need to:

1. Find the bolt pattern for both the 1974 and 1986 Camaro rims. This is usually expressed as something like 5x4.75" (five lug nuts on a circle with a 4.75-inch diameter). You can find this information online or in a parts catalog.

2. Check the wheel offset and backspacing. These measurements will determine how far the wheel sits in the wheel well. Different years may have different specs. Again, online resources and parts catalogs are helpful.

3. Compare the overall diameter of the 1974 rim to the 1986 tire size. If the 1974 rims are significantly smaller or larger, this could also cause problems.

If the bolt pattern, offset, backspacing, and diameter all match up, then they *should* fit. However, it's always best to double-check before purchasing and mounting. A slight difference in any of these can lead to rubbing, which can be dangerous.