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Old 02-08-2012, 11:45 AM   #1
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Tire Size Question

Not too long ago i found out that i have 3:73 gears in the truck and not 4:56 lie we thought(thank god). Wondering if there is a recommended tire size for that to fill up the stepside fenders, not take the ratio way down, and not rub the front with 2 1/2 drop spindles. Any suggestions?
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Old 02-08-2012, 01:55 PM   #2
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Re: Tire Size Question

235/75/15 - fills them nicely, is still a very workable ratio. Someone else will need to confirm no rubbin with 2.5 spindles though - but shouldn't be an issue. These will fit even the stock 5.5" rims too.
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Old 02-08-2012, 02:26 PM   #3
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Re: Tire Size Question

I have them on stock rims and stock spindles with no prob...but cant verify if they'll rub on 2.5" drop
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Old 02-09-2012, 11:40 AM   #4
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Re: Tire Size Question

Thats ok, i measured and i dont think that i should have a problem. Thanks for the feedback.
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Old 02-09-2012, 11:48 AM   #5
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Re: Tire Size Question

What`s the rim size...?
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Old 02-09-2012, 08:50 PM   #6
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Re: Tire Size Question

I dont remember off the top of my head but i will measure either tomorrow or saturday and post the size
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Old 02-09-2012, 09:55 PM   #7
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Re: Tire Size Question

Im running 245/60/15 front & rear on 8'' rims. drums all around and air ride, nothing rubs, but its very tight on the rear. I havent got to drive it on the highway yet.
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Old 02-10-2012, 10:46 AM   #8
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Re: Tire Size Question

I have 275/60/15 on the rear with 8" ralleys, no rubbing, but I only have a 4" drop. if it was gonna rub it would now IMO
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Old 02-10-2012, 11:40 AM   #9
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Re: Tire Size Question

Here ya go Jake , it was a static drop thread but a lot of guys included the tire wheel combo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=328048
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