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amstaff · 12-05-2002, 07:17 PM

I am planning on installing at least 31/10.50/15 on my 72 lwb. Would 33/12.50/15 fit comfortably? Suspension has new coil springs and shocks and is not lifted. Does anyone have profile pics of their trucks with these tire sizes?
Amstaff

Blue_71 · 12-05-2002, 07:43 PM

heres a picture of mine, its a 235/75/15 on a 15x8 rally, the tire is about 27 inches tall.. i know 31s will fit but i dont knwo about bigger

**Palf70Step** · 12-05-2002, 08:13 PM

the 31's fill the wheel wells up on a 2wd model..Not sure but I think you might have problems with any larger. Not sure about a 4x4 though.
I had tested for size on my 70 with the 31's and I think I would have rubbed occassionally if I pushed it hard, but mine is original springs and old shocks.

Blaze69 · 12-05-2002, 09:23 PM

The 33's will not fit without some modifications and possibly even a lift. However the 31's will fit.

Mike C · 12-05-2002, 09:28 PM

Agreed on the 31's. 33's will fit on a 4x4 OK. I like the 265 75 16 on my truck which are almost same size as the 31 10.5's.

Southpa · 12-05-2002, 10:36 PM

My truck is near stock height, except for overloader shocks in the rear. Tires are 31X10.5X15, pics in the link below.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/tc1970_4.html

Patrick Sullivan · 12-06-2002, 12:12 AM

I run 32's and 31's on my 2WD.. they fill the wheel well but I've never rubbed.

Blue_71 · 12-06-2002, 12:19 AM

id say you probably could get away with 32s patrick, sinse you have a 3/4 ton

amstaff · 12-06-2002, 12:51 AM

Looks like 31 it is.
Thanks everyone!
Amstaff

12-05-2002, 07:17 PM	#1
amstaff Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: State College, PA Posts: 178	Need help w/ tire size I am planning on installing at least 31/10.50/15 on my 72 lwb. Would 33/12.50/15 fit comfortably? Suspension has new coil springs and shocks and is not lifted. Does anyone have profile pics of their trucks with these tire sizes? Amstaff

12-05-2002, 08:13 PM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	the 31's fill the wheel wells up on a 2wd model..Not sure but I think you might have problems with any larger. Not sure about a 4x4 though. I had tested for size on my 70 with the 31's and I think I would have rubbed occassionally if I pushed it hard, but mine is original springs and old shocks. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-05-2002, 09:23 PM	#4
Blaze69 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Arizona Posts: 147	The 33's will not fit without some modifications and possibly even a lift. However the 31's will fit. __________________ 1969 Blazer: 350/350, 4X4, HEI, Edlebrock carb/intake, dual flowmasters, np205, 3:07's and the rest is mostly stock. The front end disc swap is finally complete 2002 Z71 Tahoe. CAI, Flowmaster 40, Silverstars in high, low and fogs and a bunch of mods (upgrades) inside and out.

12-05-2002, 09:28 PM	#5
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,723	Agreed on the 31's. 33's will fit on a 4x4 OK. I like the 265 75 16 on my truck which are almost same size as the 31 10.5's. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

12-05-2002, 10:36 PM	#6
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	My truck is near stock height, except for overloader shocks in the rear. Tires are 31X10.5X15, pics in the link below. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/tc1970_4.html __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

12-06-2002, 12:12 AM	#7
Patrick Sullivan Transcendental Trucker Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Rockaway Beach, OR Posts: 374	I run 32's and 31's on my 2WD.. they fill the wheel well but I've never rubbed. __________________ Patrick Sullivan \| sullivan@oregoncoast.com Rockaway Beach, Oregon 1972 Chevy Cheyenne C-20 1998 Dodge Dakota 4x4 So, fill to me the parting glass And drink a health whate'er befalls... Then gently rise and softly call Goodnight and joy be to you all!

12-06-2002, 12:51 AM	#9
amstaff Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: State College, PA Posts: 178	Looks like 31 it is. Thanks everyone! Amstaff



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