1986 Chevrolet Nova Wheels & Rims
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The 1986 Chevrolet Nova Base and CL models roll on a 4x100 bolt pattern with a 54.1mm center bore. Your stock setup features 13x5 wheels at a 40mm offset. Whether you're keeping things classic or modernizing your Nova's look, ThreePiece.us has verified fitment options ready to ship free to the lower 48 states.
Upgrade possibilities range from 13-inch wheels up to 15-inch diameter options, with widths spanning 5 to 6.5 inches. We stock quality brands including Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift. Every wheel is verified to bolt directly onto your Nova without modifications or fitment issues.
1986 Chevrolet Nova Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1986 Chevrolet Nova requires a 4x100 bolt pattern. The factory setup runs 13x5 wheels at a 40mm offset. You can safely step up through 13x5.5, 14x5.5, 14x6, 15x6, or 15x6.5 sizes. Since the Nova doesn't use staggered sizing, all four wheels match in diameter and width, keeping your build simple and symmetrical.
Any wheel you choose must have a 4x100 bolt pattern to fit this Nova—nothing else will work. The hub centers at 54.1mm, so use hub-centric rings if your wheel's center bore measures larger than that diameter. Aggressive offsets or wider wheels risk rubbing the fenders or suspension components, so verify offset specs match your desired fitment before purchasing.
We've verified every compatible size bolts directly onto your Nova and ships free across the lower 48 states. Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift all carry fitments in stock for your classic.
1986 Chevrolet Nova Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 54.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 13x5 wheels at a +40 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1986 Chevrolet Nova Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x5 | +38 to +42 | 155/80R13 | — |
| 13x5.5 | +38 to +42 | 175/70R13, 155/80R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +38 to +42 | 175/65R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +38 to +42 | 175/65R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +38 to +42 | 185/55R15 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 15x6.5 | +34 to +46 | 185/55R15 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
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Complete Your 1986 Chevrolet Nova Build
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- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers