2022 Corvette C8 Z51 on WELD Belmont Beadlock Wheels and Mickey Thompson ET Street R Tires

The C8 Corvette Z51 is already an impressive performance platform, but the right rear wheel and tire setup can take the car’s stance and drag-ready appearance to another level. With the mid-engine layout, wide rear body lines, and aggressive factory styling, the C8 looks right at home with a serious rear drag setup.

Our customer Antonino has a 2022 Corvette C8 Z51 lowered on Eibach springs with 2.5 degrees of negative camber, giving the car a lower, more aggressive stance. Out back, he is running WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag wheels in gloss black with milled spokes, paired with Mickey Thompson P325/35R18 ET Street R tires.

The result is a clean, aggressive, and functional rear setup that fits the look and performance personality of the C8 perfectly.

The Exact Setup:

Rear Wheels:
WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag Gloss Black Wheel with Milled Spokes
18x12 | 5x120 BC | +52 Offset | 8.55” Backspacing
Shop the 18x12 WELD Belmont Beadlock Rear Wheels

Rear Tires:
Mickey Thompson P325/35R18 ET Street R Tire
Part Number: 3581 / 90000028455
Shop the Mickey Thompson P325/35R18 ET Street R Tire

This 18x12 rear beadlock setup gives Antonino’s C8 Z51 a serious rear profile while allowing him to run a wide 325/35R18 Mickey Thompson ET Street R tire. Combined with the lowered stance and negative camber, the setup gives the car a track-focused look without losing the clean lines that make the C8 so sharp.

Why Choose the WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag for a C8 Corvette?

1. Aggressive Rear Drag Fitment – The 18x12 rear wheel gives the C8 a wide, planted look while providing the foundation for a serious drag tire setup.
2. Beadlock Function and Style – The WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag wheel adds a race-inspired appearance while giving the rear of the car a more purposeful look.
3. 325/35R18 Mickey Thompson Tire Package – The Mickey Thompson ET Street R gives the car a wide rear tire setup designed for serious street/strip performance.
4. Lowered Z51 Stance – Antonino’s Eibach springs and 2.5 degrees of negative camber help create a more aggressive fitment and overall profile.
5. Customer-Confirmed Setup – Antonino’s 2022 Corvette C8 Z51 is a great real-world example of this rear wheel and tire combination.

A Serious Rear Setup for the C8 Z51

The C8 Corvette has a completely different personality than previous Corvette generations. With its mid-engine layout and exotic body lines, wheel fitment plays a major role in how the car presents itself.

Antonino’s setup keeps the front-end profile clean while adding a much more aggressive rear stance with the 18x12 WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag wheels and 325/35R18 Mickey Thompson ET Street R tires. The wide rear tire fills out the back of the C8 nicely, while the gloss black wheel finish and milled spokes provide the right amount of contrast.

The lowered stance from the Eibach springs helps bring the whole setup together. Paired with 2.5 degrees of negative camber, the rear fitment has a much more dialed-in look that works especially well on the C8 Z51 body.

This is a great example of how the right rear wheel and tire package can make a C8 look more aggressive while still keeping the build clean and functional.

Who This Setup Is For

This WELD Belmont Beadlock and Mickey Thompson ET Street R setup is a great choice for C8 Corvette owners looking for a serious rear drag wheel and tire package.

This type of setup is ideal for:

• 2020+ Corvette C8 owners
• 2022 Corvette C8 Z51 owners
• Lowered C8 Corvette builds
• C8 owners running Eibach springs
• Corvette owners looking for an 18x12 rear drag setup
• Customers wanting a 325/35R18 rear tire package
• Street/strip C8 Corvette builds
• Drivers wanting a beadlock rear wheel with an aggressive look

Availability at Drag Racing Wheels

The WELD Belmont Beadlock Drag Gloss Black Wheels with Milled Spokes and Mickey Thompson P325/35R18 ET Street R tires shown on Antonino’s 2022 Corvette C8 Z51 are available through DragRacingWheels.com.

Whether you are building a C8 Corvette for the street, the drag strip, or a combination of both, our team can help confirm the correct rear wheel and tire setup for your exact vehicle.

Questions? Call us at 1-833-287-6088.

Antonino’s 2022 Corvette C8 Z51 is a perfect example of how a lowered stance, wide rear beadlock wheels, and a serious drag radial can completely change the attitude of the car. With WELD Belmont Beadlock wheels and Mickey Thompson ET Street R tires, this C8 has the look and rear setup to match its performance potential.