G body widest rear tire. All A/G body fans and discussions are welcome here.
Then I ordered the 20×10 PP rear wheels with 305/35/20 M/T tires. In this video I tell you about the g body wheel fitment, and tire sizes used on my g body. I run a 245/45 front and 275/40 rear set up right now and like the way the car handles with that stagger. is this the widest rim that will fit? i didnt take any measurements only looked, but it appeared that the wheel well is fairly square and with the inner lip rolled could fit a 10in wide rim with no frame or body modifications. I was gonna by a set of quick time Hoosiers 27 11. The best way is to measure off what you already have then get the specs for the brand and size tire you are looking at. 5" wider than the metric rear so I'm thinking the rims will sit nice with this set set up. 5 rims out back with a set of 275/40-17 Nitto drag radials. Dec 20, 2008 · The fix would be a rear fender roll. They can provide huge improvements and performance and fuel economy. With the goal of being in between the two extremes of the 8" wide wheel, you need the wheel width outboard of the centerline to be 62mm. lol cant get anything past you Jan 24, 2017 · I know this has been covered before many times, but with ls swapping and power increasing, what’s the widest rear tire possible. A tire up to 245, maybe even 255 would clear leaf springs and fender, but I'd have to unbolt a rear shock to remove it. Feb 28, 2015 · the narrowest rear housing is a 68-70 A body 8. Rear Tires: BFG T/A 275/60-15, 28 ½” diameter, 11” section width. The 275/60's are narrower than the 275/50's(even though it seems they should be same from the numbers!) and fit without as much bulge. Or better yet, start hunting for some 15x7 rims from a 70s car or 80s 442. Click on each tire to compare prices online for that tire. In the front your can run 275/35/19/XL tires on 9. Frame notch and minor tubbing is obviously needed. 75" Factory wheels are 14x6 and 15x7. weld racing rims and BF Goodrich drag radial slicks, no mods what so ever and currently have the first set on right now, and look AWESOME car sits low tires tuck right in and still a little room left for more, Set at bottom i had when I bought the car, extemely slight rub sometimes on the right side, but they fit fine too! Mar 4, 2008 · Exactly. 73's, Eaton posi, Currie upr & lwr cntrl arms, HA rear bar, F-body front bar, QA1's 6 way frnts, Bilstein 0929 Oct 15, 2012 · It's purely for aesthetics. Will an 11” wide wheel effect the sidewall fitment of the tire drastically enough to be concerned with? Naturally most running 11" wide wheels never list the offsets. There is 1/8” clearance between Nov 16, 2002 · If you are running 12. What is best backspace to have Jun 4, 2010 · The wheels I have are 15 x 7 Cragar's and the tires on the car currently are 205/65/15. The sportster low uses a 17 inch tire and has a wider tire and rim combo. Apr 12, 2010 · MSRA #9615 NAOC #4962 OCA #023589 1954 98 Holiday Deluxe HT 1973 GMC Sierra 3/4-Ton Tow Truck 1972 442 1973 442 1977 442 1983 Hurst/Olds T-Tops #1536 1985 442 1989 Cutlass Supreme International Nov 19, 2016 · A 26"x10" tire translates to a 255/55/15 but that is an oddball size. They are designed for a perfect fit, retain a stock appearance, and are available exclusively through Detroit Speed. 50 backspacing, can't quite remember, and the fronts are 7's with a 225/60 15 BFG TA. some companies write the available width to rim size, the xr650L stock rim is 2. An 1987 buick regal. had the stock 60" rear axel. My car puts over 500 hp to the ground on the chassis dyno. and definitely on the front won't fit with out spacers. 3/4 with big bolt pattern! getting hard to find but can be found around $200. 40% of that is 4. Jul 10, 2012 · With the right back spaced 7" rims- 4. 75" 14x6 wheels run a factory tire size of 195-70-14 which is a 24. 5 backspace) with a 60 tire on rear but I use a tall tire. I'm guessing it is also due to the size & brand of tires Mar 15, 2004 · The width changes from tire to tire and from company to company. 50", and the stock width rear, you should be able to fit 235's, no problem, but each car can vary. the tread is different from the 130 to the 140 with a added center bar for better load handling on freeway How low/where the tire bulge (cross section width) falls effect how wide you can go. Here's an idea: Winter - 215/75 , 225/70 , or 225/75 winter tires mounted to 15"-by-7" rims. New posts New media New media comments New resources Latest activity. After you decide on a specific tire, go to tire rack and research that tire model and see what the manufacturer recommends for size. 5 in. 15 inch. Shorter diameter will have more room than taller sizes. Jan 31, 2004 · Disagree their guys, I have a 69 camaro 12 bolt, same specs 15x8 4 1/2 b. I have 325's on mine. Something to Through searching. Its a tight fit and I have about 3/4" space between the inner and outer part of the rear fenderwells. These are some of the widest tires available. it all depends on the car each g-body model has different amount of space in the wheel well Apr 16, 2014 · 4After bolting the WheelRite to the front and rear, and rigging up the tires, Dave Rushen and the crew at BCIT were able to determine that the max wheel size would be 18x9. Sep 30, 2006 · Widest rear tire Jump to Latest 19K views 15 replies 11 participants last post by mustangman9550 Oct 7, 2006 Mar 26, 2009 · MalibuRacing. It's just to make the bike look like a larger bike than it actually is. Feb 7, 2005 · Without mods, with stock wheels a 275 60 or 50 might fit. 60 is typical. In order to go wider a rear rim needs to be replaced. 12" rim isn't gonna go in there. Street tires are recommended to limit stress on the “weak” internals. This is with the long standing 255 60 15 drag radial. Nov 22, 2011 · The front with my backspacing is about as wide of a tire as I can go, the rear could definitely take a 295 or 305. Been out of the b bodies for a bit. I've seen some 150 (the cbr) it looks like a bicycle/dirt bike. 3". Jan 24, 2002 · I have 17X11's on the back and am by far the lowest "A" body running that much wheel. They look fine in the front but I really want a get some wider and taller tires in the rear. Dec 20, 2009 · However, I do prefer to run 10" wheels with 295's because it looks better and makes the tire look wider and fill out the fender well better. Dec 7, 2008 · I have an el camino frame that i've modified to fit 315 wide rear tires and i want to modify it in the front to fit 275's. A 255/60/15 is a 27"×10" tire and is a popular size (tires are available in this size). Sep 5, 2002 · I'm sure not an expert, but from what I have gathered by reading the archives on sportster. Fits & looks great no adjustments. 5 +29 and a 20x11 +22 in the RTS S71. My local Discount Tire would not put that wide of tire on that narrow of rim. Feb 25, 2005 · Factory Lug Spacing on all 78-88 A/G Bodies is 5 on 4. Rear wheel 20 x 11-- 84 mm offset, The wheels came delivered to me with 305/30/20 Michelin PSS. A 255/50/15 is a 25"x10" tire, again, an oddball size. I have the frame notch kit and i have purchased 10. Filter Tire Results [+] Nov 9, 2006 · What is max rear tire size on stock 1966 body? I know its probably been talked about before on here, but what is actually the widest tire you can fit on a 66 without making spring or quarter panel adjustments? (Of course, taking into consideration the narrowest rear end for a stock frame setup) I've heard 10 inches could happen. For street usage, this rear will hold up just fine. I want to improve the footprint width and lesson the hight. Started reading the forum and think with bigger and better rubber I can keep the narrow body and feel safe. Dodge equips the 2021 Challenger SRT Hellcat Wide Body with a 305/35R20 tire. Status Not open for further replies. 5mm thread pitch I currently run a 17x8 with 4" BS. 10" wide wheels are the max for most wheel mfgs, unless something custom is ordered and they are priced accordingly. 5 in the front and 18x12 Nov 26, 2020 · The PP1 wheels are 19 x 9 front and 19 x 9. All you have to do is find a rear wheel you like that works with the kit. Widest 20x12 cadillac cts17 x 10. For the front, I've read of people here who have sacrificed turning radius in order to fit wider tires. Which tells me if I trim the axle and had the Backspacing a little different that I could fit a much larger rear tire Jun 2, 2008 · The 215/60 is going to be a very short tire and will leave a lot of wheel gap. the hope being that the offsets match enough to be able to use a front-mount on the rear as an emergency spare. Forums. It work well and lasts next to forever. 5" of BS on the fronts Aug 9, 2012 · 275 front /315 rear will work with stock tires. 14x6 BS is ???, 15x7 BS is 3. If you change to a wider rear end you could get them to fit with a standard frame notch. Mar 11, 2016 · When measuring rear tire clearance, you must also keep in mind that unless you have a good set of sway bars, or a performance-handling suspension, your car will experience body roll when cornering. I'd consider modifying the wheel wells in the rear, but I don't really think that looks necessary Apr 1, 2019 · so i take the safe way to stay in the range of 28. Bigger is always better, but will it fit? After using a tire calculator comparing the stock 305/35 to a 345/30 is very close in diameter (good) and adds 1. Sure it will look OK, but performance will suffer since the contact patch will be warped and be effectively less than a 275 width tire. Oct 10, 2005 · Widest 15" rear tire possible on a Fox Body. I have 285 nittos nt05 on mine now and it spins like crazy. I was running 245/60s on my old Regal, but that tire is just too wide for a 6" rim- even at 26psi the centers of the tread wore out very quickly. Sep 25, 2005 · thanks to Tony's fitment guide I can see that at least a 9. And there’s tons of room from the back of the tire to the rear frame. The car has Global West front upper control arms with b-body spindles, and Global West Negative roll springs on all four corners (fronts trimmed 3/4 of a coil)which lowered the car around 2" front and 1" rear. Don't know if the backspacing is right for a 315 Dec 24, 2011 Oct 9, 2006 · I have a stock 72. I have 20x8" wheels in the front. Sep 23, 2006 · We have found that we can stuff 15 x 10 on 4. Now, a lot of people put DRs on the car, and DAILY DRIVE it at 245/50/16. Your C5 will NEVER be able to use that wide of a tire unless your do a mini tub kit to the inner body and purchase the correct off set rims to put the edge of the wheel in the correct area OR purchase a wide body fender kit for your car. A 255 60 15 is the perfect compromise tire on a G body. 5" wide rim yea, its kinda pushing it, but even at higher speed cornering, the sidewall does NOT fold over. Now different size wheels might give you a slighlty different offset/backspacing and move the tire out so you don't need to move the ebrake but now the tire will sit outside the wheel well a little. I suspect disc brakes might help. Never seen a 255/60/16. So, my question, 1964 galaxie I want the widest 15" tire/ wheel on yhe rear I can fit with factory suspension except I have air shocks. 64" section width, and 5. 3L SC, RPG Built Engine Sleeved 5. Even then I think I remember reading that you have to reverse some screws or file them down some. Apr 27, 2002 · Anyone have any experience trying to put 275-60R/15 tires on the rear of a Fox body with an 8. 5 . Mar 1, 2021 · I had 275/60-15s on a 79 Malibu on GM Corvette (8") rally wheels that were OK. 4 inches is perfect for an 8 inch wheel with 275's with the stock width rear. ” Still, several people including pmacGT tend to stick with smaller tires and run one-inch spacers to get the flush look so many covet. open to all suggestions. had to put the shock bar to get back axel to drop far enough. Anoth May 24, 2013 · The rear rims have an offset difference of 13/16" as compared to the fronts. May 12, 2018 · Forget about offset, backspacing is what matters. Much of the information on this site applies to other years and models of the A/G body lineup. 1967 T/A Racecar Build Thread Mar 14, 2023 · The GM G-body is a great platform for any kind of racing or performance driving. Feb 9, 2009 · Therefore, I consider 4 ¼” BS wheels to be unacceptable for my use. That model tire may be available in the size you want for the rear but not in the size you want in the front ( or vice versa ). 15X7 on the front and 15X8 on the rear with 3 1/2 inch back spacing on all. s. Rear wheels: GM Corvette Rallys, 15 X 8”, 4” backspacing Comments: Again, I’m pushing the limits of clearance. 3. Please support GBodyForum Sponsors. 5" or less on the rear will likely cause a tire on an 8. I am thinking of purchasing a 66-67 rear 12bolt ( still need a axle) and thinking with this older body axle being about 5/8"s narrower might help me or am I on the wrong direction? Oct 3, 2016 · 3) I'd be happy to go with a narrower tire up front as long as it's the same height as the rear tires so I can keep a spare handy . 5" height, 9. Apr 27, 2006 · 1983 Monte Carlo 5. Its also the widest tire recommended for that 3 inch wide rim. Jun 14, 2021 · Depending on thee wheel size & especially offset, 295/15 or N-50 15. one the added height was like putting a 16 tooth front sprocket on her kept rpms at 70 mph at 4600 rpms all day . You wish there were a way to get bigger meats under your G-Body so your powerhouse can have a chance of hooking, but it’s just not working out. - A wheel backspace of 3. 5" section width, these hoosier rear slickes are 1 inch wider (12. I currently have P235-60-15 tires and there is not much more room for width. 5 wide rims with a 43mm offset. 5 back spacing and didn't have any rubbing issues but they stick out beyond the fenderwell a little. there will definitely be tire poke. what about if the car is lowered? like i said i just looked Nov 14, 2008 · Whats the largest tires I can fit on the rear of a 1988 Monte Carlo SS with stock rear, what size rim and backspacing would help,thanks 86Cutlass383SR G-Body Guru Oct 8, 2009 · I run 215 70 15 up front and 255 60 15 MT drag radials on the rear. It's come up a number of time in recent posts, how that the G-body's narrowness puts it at a distinct disadvantage with respect to Corvettes and F-bodies in terms of swapping suspension components, and fitting extra-wide tires. 8 rear? I bought a set of tires and mounted them to Welds with 4. I'm installing a rear end 2. Obviously there is a limit to where this applies, all I'm trying to say is that all things identical, you could fit a wider tire simply by choosing a wheel with a different offset. 5 wide rim can be fit in the rear of a Gbody Elky. If you went too wide for the inside, the tire will rub on the leaf spring before it will rub the inside inner wheel well. Status Not open for further replies Feb 1, 2012 · i am running a pair of 17x9. Has anyone ever heard of anybody fitting something wider than 245's on a gbody? I haven't measured anything yet but I'm thinking I need to narrow the frame rails by four Aug 9, 2002 · If you are serious about wider rear tires, you should protect them during the winter. 5 10 bolt can be used for limited drag racing use. 5 inches will put you close to the outer lip, but will be ok if you roll the lip, which I would recommend anyway. Nov 3, 2020 · Here’s a pair of videos that show how to do a frame notch on your G-Body to fit wider wheels/tires under it. 75 is max BS to clear and vettes have 7 to 7. The next closest offsets are well out of the +18-25 range. Re: 7o Chevelle Rim/Tire help. Dec 30, 2011 · My problem is not the wheel backspacing, but the tire width. 15". 6". I've got an 81 with some sort of Centerline Convo Pro style wheels. Jul 22, 2012 · Ok I did a search and read quite a bit of tire and wheels threads. 2018 Mustang GT/A10. The Mini-Tubs come complete with driver and passenger side sets of laser cut framerail and Apr 20, 2021 · I am new to picking out wheels and tires, I am hoping to get some pointers. I like to use a 275/315 combo or 285/305 combos depending on the brand of tire and width Jul 14, 2008 · Friend has a GNX. So the diameter of this tire is 17" + 4. <center> Jan 28, 2015 · It depends on the brand for instance the toyo r888 and michelin pss sit super wide, the r888 sit wider then the michelin pss. So what I have read is a 275/40/r17 will fit front with modification and 315/35/r17 will fit rear but my question really is since the front tire is taller than the rear would it upset the Nov 17, 2009 · Myself, I wouldn't run any wider without a notch. 78" sidewall. Some have gotten away with 245 up front but IMPO, you're gambling at that point (more like asking for trouble). org, it looks as though 140/90/16 is the widest you can go with a belt drive and 150/80/16 with chain drive. Without clearance problems or tire rub, the best setup here is to run a 17x8 front wheel size with a 245/45/17 tire. Wheels / Tires / Brakes . 0 to 3. Tires are super narrow. *But thats not on a stock body '00 MR2 Spyder, 2zzge + turbo, APR Widebody Oct 26, 2010 · could any tell me what the widest rear rims and tires i could run on the back of a 64 convertible i want to run a 17 or 18 x 9 inch rim with a 275/40-17 or 18 tire i don't want to cut the frame or rear but i will cut the wheel wells and roll the lip is this possible if not could any body tell me how wide i can go thank you for any help Apr 24, 2023 · 1979-1990 Mustangs. 5", with some claiming they've fit 5" backspacing wheels on the rear. Wheel fitment is always asked about in the g body community. Let's say you bought a brand new 1972 Camaro Z28, you'd head to your local speed shop and order a set of aftermarket wheels and Pro Trac tires to get the radical look with a combination of skinny front runners and wide tires out back. If you go with a 10 get 5. The rear tires were a tight fit and would rub if I hit a hard bump so I rolled the inside lip on the rear wheel wells so the sharp edge isn't there to cut the tire. Jul 14, 2008 · Im Gonna be building my first G-body car. The rear is called a 7. 5" is the widest rear rim you can run while others say 10" will fit too (using nitto or toyo tires) emphasizing the tire brand is more of the problem than the . '09 Challenger SRT '05 Ram SRT-10 '03 Cummins Ram quad cab Current Projects '71 Challenger Resto Mod. A 275/50r15 is the exact same width and height as my 275/40r17. I get so tired of hearing people say that they have 50 series tires, "they are wide!", wider than my 40 series tires. You can also run a 10. Hoping for mid tens with a 500 hp small block with 150-200 shot of nitrous and a nine inch out back. Feb 15, 2004 · This is a percentage of the tire width. then let the body down. There is 1/8” clearance between the tire outside sidewall and the lip of the wheel opening. 8". Overall height is the combination of the wheel size (ie, 17-20") and the wheel size (expressed metric numbers like 40, 35, 30, 25, 20 series, ie, 295/35 ZR18) as the wheel size goes up, the series size goes down, keeping the overall height of the combination close to the stock numbers. Also known as "tubbing". 00" spacers, I had the same 255/50/16 (as on the car now) on the wagon. 10: Mclaren P1It’s got 315 MM rears. I'd like to know what's the biggest rim tire combo I can get under the rear utilizing a stock suspension, rim width, back spacing etc. Jun 8, 2013 · 275 is the widest recommended tire on a 9" wheel (factory wheel is 9") You can go wider, but you will distort the tread and effectively lose the contact patch. Sep 13, 2006 · I don't know if it will be much help, but I'm running 17x8 5"bs in front, 17x8 4" bs rear on my 79 Malibu. 5 backspace, so for the front if you deduct 3. Just had a new Metz put on but stuck with the 150 rear. May 9, 2016 · ok got a 69 gtx just wondering what is the widest tires I can fit on a stock 69 rear wheel well. Contact Jan 30, 2008 · Whether or not the tires will rub depends on the tire as much as the wheel. I included photos below, the tires are not protruding from the fenders far enough to make me want to retrofit wide body spats up front. The wide body looks great head on and from the back but the side has a funky Mar 26, 2010 · The C6 Z has EXTRA wide fenders and the proper off sets to accept that wide of a tire. Dec 29, 2016 · 2016 GT Premium Auto, Roush Phase 2, 2. In general enduro tire is the same size as mx tire with to jumps, 120 mx tire equivalent to 140 enduro tire etc. Apr 18, 2005 39 0 0 Glendora,Ca. 5 ” in reference to its ring gear diameter. 5" of backspace and maybe a 235/60 tire. Also, the 7. 5 wide with a 50 offset that would put the wheel around a 1/4in away from the shock then add a 305 tire an that would put the tire up against the shock. Jan 20, 2012 · 1. It's a very tight fit between fender and brake drum. 00's or faster then the 275/60 would be better choice because once you get that level of performance and beyond the cars like 28" tall tires better. that's like a 275 60 15. '78 pro touring G body malibu. A 295 likely won't fit your car (too wide) without modifications (roll wheel lip, frame notch). 5" wide. (edit- on an "A" body with stock inner and outer wheel wells, airbag and backhalf cars don't count) They never rub, the key is to get the backspacing right. Aug 22, 2013 · Weld Racing offers a 20x10. 5 rear, and the stock tire size is 255/40 front and 275/40 rear. Ported Heads, Built 6R80 Transmission, Steeda GT Non-PP Handling Kit, G-Force Renegade Half Shafts, Ford Performance High Flow Water Pump, MFP Phenolic Spacers, Dewitts High Horsepower Radiator, Mishimoto Transmission Cooler, Department of Boost Super Single H/E, GESI UHO+ Gen 2 Cats, FIC 1650cc Injectors; Jn2ning Apr 5, 2018 · Any issues with Rock chips on the rear fender flares with the wider tires? I have 5 coats of Ceramic Coating on the Rear Fender Flares wonder if that will be enough or I need PPF as well. Thread starter BlownInjected; Start date Oct 9, 2005; B. So say you wanted a larger sized tire in the rear and you wanted to go with ( for example ) the Firestone Indy 500 tires. bought the set from a friend off 57 210. Lol! I do like the look of the narrow body. maybe a little room for a "taller" tire. 9mm. Feb 17, 2014 · Alot of guys run older Chevelle 12 bolts and they are wider and require 5 to 5. The rears are 8" on a 255/60 15 BFG TA with 3. May 23, 2021 · It was minor, so minor I never knew it was happening till I jacked up the car for an oil change. 5" backspace and you should have no problems. 4 to get the english width of 10. In addition they are lightweight–around 3300 pounds, about the same as an early Camaro as well. This is especially obvious on 150cc or 200cc bikes. All A/G body fans and discussions are welcome here. Apr 9, 2014 · Okay so I want to know what are the widest tires with correct back space and mods to the car to make it fit. If you minimize body roll, this will allow you to run a larger rear tire with less clearance. That could be interesting. New posts Trending Search forums. . 15x7 wheels run a factory tire size of 215-65-15 which is a 26" OD tire. I feel like with the Ninja 300 the rear tires don't look especially small compared to the body. Even if I could fit a 335 or 345 in there, would there Mar 1, 2021 · Assuming 15" tires most Gbody's fit a 275/60 or 255/60 depending on rim width and correct backspacing without a frame notch. 5 from you wheels size you will have your backspace, on the rear deduct 4" from your wheel size as the rear wheels were sucked in a bit from the factory. May 4, 2010 · Current rides. Also to be sure 325 Nittos on the Rear with Widebody Stock Rims should be fine correct? Or I need to stick to 315 Max on the Stock Rims? Nov 11, 2012 · A 150 is stock on the rear. I think the inconsistencies with the different backspacing is incorrect measuring of the wheels. This will affect how much tire you can squeeze in as well. With a 4. com is a place to provide and exchange performance tech, tips, information and general discussion about the 1978-1983 Malibu and Malibu Classic. Oct 9 Dec 9, 2010 · what’s the widest rear wheel tire combination you can put on a stock 79 Malibu? G-Body Tech Forums. Apr 16, 2012 · tires are BFG drag radials, the wheels are iforged aeros and the car is on h&r lowering springs with aggressively rolled rear fenders ive read of some guys running 18x11. 17, of course is the rim diameter. Just be aware that's a style move, and will handle slower than a more narrow tire. What is the widest tire size you have used on your s550 mustang? shareWidest tire can fit on s197 Mustang edge tireMustang fw2009 rims circa 1988. To run a 130mm front tire a different rim has to be used and no fender will fit in the OEM forks. BlownInjected New Member. Apr 2, 2008 · Agreed with stock rear end. Going with 5. 5" rear wheels with 315 tires but i like the bulge look the 315's give you on the 11" wide wheel, opposed to that gay "hella flush" stretch look, the bulge makes it look This rear is the most common housing to be found under any GM G-body car. He runs the factory wheel & tire size 245/50/16 up front with his pick 255/50/16s in the rear. I have 255 60 15 on it now and plenty of room. I couldn't go any wider with my combo. Any bigger and you have to move the ebrake. Oct 1, 2009 · - A wheel backspace greater than 4" on the rear may cause the tire to rub the frame if no notching is done. Feb 2, 2009 · I know in the grand prix world the stock rim for a 97-03 is 6. It comes with a 225/60/16 stock. 8" OD tire. On a taller tire like Live85 has (which looks great by the way! ) the cross section gets you in trouble faster than say a 28"-29" since you would have to be lowered another 2" or so (total of 7"-8") to get the bulge in line with the bolts that hold the Aug 15, 2017 · 16. Quote: Originally Posted by Kirk's67SS It appears he wants us to do all the work, measure the width of his car's 1. 5 offset? On the front, same thing with no rubbing of fenders or ball joints. 5 on a 10" rim, not sure what a "W" measures. HELP ASAP Dennys DS, 3. 245/45/17 front tires, and 255/45/17 rear tires. 5") is at the minimum width for 315s. Feb 24, 2020 · That has 245 40 18 on the rear. In the past I have used the local pick-up truck bed liner guys to seal them. and then adivse him of what tires/rims will fit . Jun 21, 2011 · Therefore, I consider 4 ¼” BS wheels to be unacceptable for my use. On 2nd gen cars, The factory 8" wheels are 4. Jan 5, 2010 · 275 tire is the widest you want on the rear while 225-235 for the front. 5" backspacing and I had maybe 1/2" from the tire to the rail with the metric rear end. The second number (sidewall size) 60, 50, 45/40 will depend on wheel height (16, 17, 18 inch). 3" + 4. 7mm wider than factory, or 215. Fronts are 245s on 17x8 with 1/4" spacer and tire rubs at rear at full lock, but doesn't rub when the tire bottoms out straight. Apr 18, 2018 · You want a lower stance and wider tires, but you don’t have the clearance to do so, great. Nov 20, 2018 · G-Body T-Shirts G-Body Stickers. Thread I'm running 275/40ZR18 BF Goodrich G Force Sport Comp II's but these are on G Body Parts 18' x 9' GNX Replica Aluminum Aug 15, 2016 · Another option for even wider rear tires is to redo the rear frame and swingarm mounting points to be much skinnier. With the 5/7 drop, the front fenderwells are no longer installed. Current 81 Malibu coupe has 255/60-15s on 15x8 Weld ProStars, no rubbing, but don't remember the backspace. Wheels / Tires / Brakes. Oct 10, 2013 · I figure the widest wheel you could possibly put on the front of a GTO without modification would be 8. 5" or wider wheel to rub the wheel arch trim if it is present or the lip is not rolled. The centerline would be 107. My best 60' time on the foot brake is 1. Out front typically 4. Lowered ride height also affects tire width. Jun 24, 2007 · Some say 9. According to Nitto (manufacturer of the tires I am running), my wheel width (10. 0 convertible for sale on bat auctionsMustang matt farah rear Matt farah’s widebody mustang is the ideal blend of power Feb 11, 2011 · 315 is the largest D/R your gonna fit, on a 10" rim. Jan 15, 2010 · What have people seen or done on a 70-72 Chevelle in the rear for the widest wheel and tire combo. 0. May 29, 2003 · 90 Mustang Gt Project (work in progress) Mods so far: Tokico Electronic adjustables all around (on sale in december), Eibach lowering springs (on sale in december), granatelli weight jackers (on sale in december), mac uppers, hurst shifter, the 10 minute mods, mac CAI, 65 mm tb, 73 mm MAF, under drive pulleys, MM full length subframe connectors, CC plates, 16 1/2 degrees of inital timing with May 2, 2024 · Widest Possible Tire for New Edge mustang - YouTube Mustang edge tire 5-speed foxstang: 1987 ford mustang lx 5. 58-1. If the body-knocker is experienced he will cut between the welds creating tabs and can roll the fender flat. Generally you can get a 285 in the rear but that is about it. I can barely get a 225-15x70 on/off with the car jacked up by the frame. 7k-mile 1988 ford mustang gt 5. my tires measure 11" wide using 2 straight edges. 7 tall tire 275-40-20 in rear and 245-45-20 in front! the tire are in now wait for those B/O torq thrust 20x10! You must be registered for see images attach Dec 7, 2008 · You might also want to measure and see how your body is sitting on the rear frame. Your tire options will open up immensely. The max safe backspacing on the rear is 4. 78-81 use 7/16"x20tpi lug nuts 82-88 use 12mmx1. The 315 rear may not work on the rear if you go with an aftermarket wheel with a different offset. I measured 50xs and im sure it’s gonna b close. 5” wide rear wheels and I forget the backspacing. That's for a 16 inch tire. Trying to find out to set my car up on a set of rear 20's. There is 1/8” clearance between Oct 19, 2020 · Correct my wheels are 11in wide, If you went 11. mine are also on 10" drag lites Jun 10, 2015 · C6 Corvette General Discussion - Widest Wheel and Tire on Base C6 - I first want to say yes I searched for this answer and really could not find my specific question, if it is out there, I am sorry I could not find it. I ran 245/60 on the front and 275/60 on the rear. Greg. Aug 27, 2009 · What wide rear tire size. The G-body’s 108-inch wheelbase is the same as the early Camaro–short enough to turn well and long enough to ride comfortably. Dec 20, 2008 · Widest Rear tire width? Jump to Latest 18K views 4 replies 4 participants last post by caryabhi11 Mar 27, 2009 The Detroit Speed Mini-Tubs are inner wheel housings designed to accommodate wider tire and wheel packages, including tires as wide as 315mm (1967-1968 F-Body) and 335mm (1969 F-Body). Apr 22, 2013 · i just got back from my ride to Alaska and back 8875 miles and i swapped to a 140 hideneau rear for trip home and for the nasty mud in Dawson city for the D2D rally . edit to add: This isn't recommended on a lowered bike. 0 w. 07-04-2010 #13 MADMIKE Aug 13, 2023 · Mustang lx 1987 dailyturismo foxstang17" widest rear wheel and tires on my g body Restored mustangforumsWidest wheels / tires on the sn95 possible ?. On mine it was almost 1/4-1/2 difference between sides. I'm gonna do a bunch of upgrades over the winter to it. Mar 1, 2021 · MALIBU Widest rear tires. 5" extra rim width. Hope it helps, and I am sure others will chime in with their combo. I want the wheels to be flush with the outside of Feb 6, 2020 · Widest without breaking the bank with special wheels, is really a 325 rear (on 19" wheels) when using 19X11" wheels with 50-56 mm offset. U guys think I’ll b ok? Im planning on cutting to the middle of frame where it has the seam or do I need to go further? Thx for help in advance Edit: I meant rear wheel*. May 28, 2012 · what is the actual outside to outside measurement on those tires? i have 275-50-15 mt drag radials and they barely fit, 1/2" on inside to inner fender and 1/4" outside rear fenders. Feb 27, 2019 · WIDEST REAR TIRES FOR GNX WHEELS. 5 LE: 9" taller windshield, custom flashed ECM, Corbin saddle bags, Twist gullwing roof, DDM surge tank, red valve cove with black coil cover, red silicon hoses with red stand off brackets, floor carpets, pedal covers with custom modified spacer to align clutch with brake pedal, Kenwood GPS/Sirus double din radio with rain cover, 18" marine antenna, 1000 watt 4 channel amplifier, 500 watt Jun 23, 2017 · Search titles only By: Search Advanced search… Feb 1, 2021 · Surprised the shop that installed the tires would do it for you. 52 and 1. I had spacers and extra long studs made up for the rear of the car, in order to use the rear rims. With a shorter or narrower tire, 4 ¼” may work. 5" as well. I am curious what is the widest rear 19 rim that will fit on a base C6, and what size is the widest Dec 14, 2010 · I ran 245-50-16 on an 8" wheel with 4. Thread starter Randy majewski; Start date Mar 1, 2021; G-Body Tech Forums. Jul 14, 2008 · I am going to agree with khan on the tire fitment. May 4, 2013 · You'll be able to fit a much wider tire the smaller your offset is, however if you go to wide you'll have significant poke. I found a second set of rims, so I sold the 4 rear rims, and I'm using the 4 front rims now, and have put the stock type studs back in the rear axles. Wheel Wells etc. “I took my 275/40/19 rear tires and put them in the front with a 1″ spacer. something to Jul 16, 2019 · But I got control. I have a 1985 Chevy C10 fleetside long bed, I am looking to run wide rear wheels in the rear. 6" to width. 5 x 29. Aug 24, 2014 · 57 tire size my 55 i took a set of torq 2 8s 245 60 15 rear 7s205 65 15 front special off set for the try 5 dropped spindles short springs 2 inch lowering blocks rear. Rear End 2. honestly the backspacing issues really depend on the car, a lot of people say i can not possible fit a 17x9. Then I was like wtf! Wanted to go get a wide body because of the handling with the huge tires. 95mm. There are G-bodies with 22x11s on the rear with stock, unmodified frames and just rolled wheelwell lips. Nov 15, 2007 · G-Body Tech Forums. - Tires wider than 225 on the front will likely rub the frame at full Mar 17, 2016 · Tires are what make or break a car. The 18 offset brings my tires in the rear to the outer edge of the fender which looks great on the 2015 Challenger, as there is plenty of no rub clearance height above the tire with the stock ride height. I personally like staggered sizes on a gbody unless you are going for a stock look and plan on rotating them in that case I would probably go with a 15 x7 with something close to 3. May 12, 2020 · Tire fitment on Wide Body Hellcat, Rear Tires. So for this tire we take 275/25. This is the look im going for, just a different rim, but rear tires that wide Oct 19, 2010 · The wheels are 16x8, with a 6. Media. 5 back spacing would be good but it looks like I would have a BIG rub point. 50" backspace, using 2. Nitto and toyo sit slim so you can run wider tires. Wow Jan 7, 2006 · Question of how big always comes up and along with the wide variations from individual vehicles & also from side to side that varies, so there is never one safe absolute maximum number for everybody. The only model that has been done in the rear is the lip for the quarter panel has been trimmed. Jan 1, 2011 · i baught a 18 by 3. When heavily Aug 24, 2010 · I have ran 15 x 8 rims all around with 4" of backspace. Apr 3, 2022 · You can put a 140 on the stock rear. Mounted on the original 15 x 7 rims. Feb 21, 2019 · Michelin Pilots are some of the best overall tires out there. Thanks. This would be 12. 3" = 25. I use a 15 x 8 (3. I want to run the widest possible wheel without tubing the bed, I want a 15-17inch Rim with a lug spacing of 5x5in (5x127). what is the largest, widest, tallest rear tires I can run without any modifications to lower shock mounts, sheet metal, etc. Will a 15x8 or 15x10 fit with 4. As for the fronts, most agree an 8" rim works well but some also complain of rubbing at full lock. How tall is that? Edit Found one on tirerack 28" tall. 5") then that street tire. Dec 11, 2014 · I have 20x10" wide in the back. We’ve been there, and found a solution — now we’re hooked, both figuratively and at the track. Jul 28, 2019 · I have about 5/8" clearance right rear with 10" rim width X 18 offset running 285/40/20 tires the 40 keeps the front/rear stance the same. Jul 6, 2006 · According to this Metzeler brochure, their Stage 1 upgrade (no parts necessary) should allow you to go to a 160 80B 16 on the rear of a 2003 FLSTC. Jun 30, 2011 · The basic 200mm kit costs just under four Gs and comes with a widened swingarm, all the offsets necessary for the primary, an extended mainshaft, a longer rear axle, a 200mm tire, a choice of three different rear fender styles (unpainted), and all the necessary hardware. Nov 17, 2005 · The drivers side street tire is a 285/30/18, which has a 11. Does anyone know what's the widest and tallest tire that will fit in the rear fender wells without rubbing the inner fender lip? Oct 5, 2023 · 17" widest rear wheel and tires on my g body17" widest rear wheel and tires on my g body Widest tire for lowered mustangThe widest harley softail rear tire setup (without major modifications. Pro-Trac tires were popular in the 70s because they were offered in many sizes to fit modified street machines and hot rods of the era. Again on a 6. It looks nice. You need a 6" backspacing wheel, although some guys have got away with 5. Jan 17, 2014 · Keep in mind when choosing a tire size that some sizes aren't available for certain brands. A 315 tire seems to be very square on an 11” wheel. 5 inches of backspace to run an 8 inch wheel with 275's. 5" backspace and a 245, tire sidewall was about 1/4" from rubbing on the inside. Jun 29, 2007 · I also put a set of Drag Lite rims from Weld Wheel on it. Aug 23, 2005 · Right now I have 15x7-- 255/60in the rear and 225/60 in the front . 5" backspace into our '86 - '88 Olds 442 G bodies without ANY rubbing! Rims in use are the Wheel Vintiques Olds Rallye Repro SSII Type and the tire sizes used are 245 60 15's, with 26. The 1979-90 Mustang had a smaller front fender opening when compared to the 1991-93 Mustang. 5 rim with 5" backspace with that tire and have no issues with clearance, but i have no problems. Want wider tires? All G-Machine Chassis allow for up to 345mm-wide rear tires if you minitub the wheel wells (Or up to a 14" wide wheel) The Moser full-floating 9" is narrowed to 58" to allow for deeper dish on the rear wheels (lower offset wheels) Feb 8, 2009 · Biggest Rear Tires Stock 85 Monte Carlo SS Ryann627; Apr 12, 2024; G-Body Tech Forums. 5 rim and put the 150/60/18 bridgestone battlax on my 98 wideglide the only thing i had to buy seperate was a small spacer for the rear pulley, it may be a more pricey was of going about installing the larger tire, but it being a radial instead of a bias ply tire along with it being intended for a crotch rocket gives it a unique look and a wider rear tire. What is the best set-up for the rear suspension of hard launches? I want to keep it stock type and on a budget but want something Oct 12, 2016 · Rim diameter shouldn't have much effect on "widest tire and rim size" on the rear of the car. 0 AKA "My Back Breaker" Jounce Bar, 36mm Sway Bar,F41 Rear Sway Bar, Boxed Front and Rear, Radiator Cross Braces, Firewall to Core Support Braces, 442 Cat Back Exhaust, 235/60 Front, 275/60 Rear, Grant Steering Wheel, Air shocks, R1 racing seats,92 Firebird spoiler with much more to come. The inner fender is approx 14" wide! Jun 21, 2011 · With a shorter or narrower tire, 4 ¼” may work. Oct 1, 2009 · Widest / largest tires (split from: 295 50 16 tires) Wheels/Tires Widest / largest tires (split from: 295 50 16 tires) - GN and T-Type Performance Enthusiasts (GNTTYPE) Forums This is a general site search and does not include list archives. The car is lowered 1 inch and the wheels are 17X9 Coys C67, I forget the spacing, but I have to run a 1" bolt on spacer. What's new. 00! I'd get a C body and have it narrowed! 65 B-body is the next one that will work, you'll still be limited on how wide you want to put under the car. The rear frame and the tub (fiberglass body behind the driver) becomes the limiting factor on further backspacing rear wheels and keeping large tires inboard of stock perimiter bodywork. This is a popular mod as of late, and, well, here you go! The first one should be up above, but just in case… Jul 20, 2011 · Just wanted to post my 17" tire and wheel combo, fronts I am running 17 x 8 with 4 3/4 back space, torq thrust 2, 245 45 17 and the c5 front brakes running longer studs and a 1/4 spacer to clear the calipers. There is a thread on el camino central discussing tire fitment, of course that's not a cutty. deep dish wheel, gunmetal machined lip for ford mustang 17" widest rear wheel and tires on my g bodyMustang widest lowered tire rear 19x11 s197 mustangforums rubs rarely go some will. 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