15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CG · 03-30-2008, 04:16 AM

Anybody running this set up? Im only interested in 15 inch rims same size all the way around and same size tire all the way around with a 4/6 drop.

Im trying to decide on tires. You know the drill...not to big not to small. Im leaning towards 7 inch rim width.

If you have a pic with this set up could you post it please. I know its not the popular way to go but I'm trying to be practical, building something I can take on road trips.

Alvin · 03-30-2008, 04:40 AM

CG - my steel wheels are 15x7, and although I'm not running the same size all around, the fronts are 255/60/15 and I really like 'em. I think they'd look good on all corners.

PanelDeland · 03-30-2008, 04:43 AM

CG,You need to be aware that with disc brakes the stock 6 lugs will not clear the calipers.If you're swapping to 5 lug it shouldn't be an issue.All of this is assuming you are asking for the panel.

see ten · 03-30-2008, 04:45 AM

Not exactly what you asked for.....but anyway. it's a 3.5" / 6" drop with 15x8 rally wheels and 275/60 tires on all four corners.

ed2552 · 03-30-2008, 04:45 AM

What are you going to run for rims? steelies or aluminum? would you be opposed to 16's? I think 16's would still give a good ride and give more tire options and look a little better

**special-K** · 03-30-2008, 05:15 AM

You`re after the same thing I am.I like big`n`littles,like 275s-295s and 10s on the rear.But,the truck I want to build I want practicle for traveling.Don`t want to carry two spares and need to rotate properly.Big`n`littles are cool for limited driving,IMO.
And,I had written down what See Ten had on his rallyes before changing them out.I think we`re on the same page,CG.

CG · 03-30-2008, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanelDeland

CG,You need to be aware that with disc brakes the stock 6 lugs will not clear the calipers.If you're swapping to 5 lug it shouldn't be an issue.All of this is assuming you are asking for the panel.

Ive got all five lug stuff now, thanks for pointing that out though.

I'm torn between which rims right now, but no matter what they are going to be 15's. They will be a little less expensive and I will have the sidewall I'm looking for.

Those rims and tires look like the perfect fit see ten. I forgot all about you having that combo.

When my panel is done I want it to be something I like and something I can drive all over and have a spare that fits all corners. I also want it to be something sort of timeless, semi late 60ish, so if I decide to let it go potential buyers will like the look and not be thinking, yeah its cool but I'm going to have to change this or that. Well except for Brad and my honey, they both hate red interiors.

**John Fabris** · 03-30-2008, 06:36 AM

My set up is 4/6 with 265-50-15s at each corner. Rims are the 15x8, and with the tires, the overall diameter is around 25.4inches. Also, height of front wheel opening, ground to top center of opening is 26 inches, 27 inches for the rear.

In this picture, the truck was still settling, so it is about 3/4 to 1 inch lower looking now...

ANTHONY 67 · 03-30-2008, 03:53 PM

those two trucks look good

HoupPhotography · 03-30-2008, 09:38 PM

Those trucks are Ka-leen!

CG · 03-30-2008, 09:43 PM

So far Im liking see tens size, but maybe I will look into 65 series. Fabris truck is beautiful, but I think a 50 series tire on my gigantic panel will look a little off.

bills68panel · 03-30-2008, 11:54 PM

well just got my wheels on and they are 15x8s with 275x60s on them and i think for a panel like ours it just looks to small on the rear. i did 2 1/2 drop spins on front and 5 " drop on the rear so i think for me i will go with 10s on the rear with 295x 60s and leave the front like it is.

CG · 03-31-2008, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bills68panel

well just got my wheels on and they are 15x8s with 275x60s on them and i think for a panel like ours it just looks to small on the rear. i did 2 1/2 drop spins on front and 5 " drop on the rear so i think for me i will go with 10s on the rear with 295x 60s and leave the front like it is.

Your rears will tuck under with 10 inch wide rims? You keeping the same size tire though?

CG · 11-05-2008, 01:49 AM

Bringing this back TTT. What are your opinions on tire size? Seven or eight inch rims and I want the tires to tuck. 15 inch only. A panel is a huge chunk of truck and I don't want the tires to look undersized. I was really leaning toward the 275/60 until bills68panel spoke up. I really wish I was better versed on tire sizes so I could visualize this better.

I need to check out the tire/wheel size thread again...Maybe photoshopping a panel rear section on a long box truck that I like will help =)

nicolas72gmc · 11-05-2008, 02:07 AM

SeeTen your truck is the shizzle.!!

Brad · 11-05-2008, 03:52 AM

Mark, I've got 235/70/R15 all the way around on my '67 right now. It's the same exact height as a 275/60/R15 fwiw. Take a look in the gallery for current pics of my truck.

61superman · 11-05-2008, 05:37 AM

i runnung 15x8 steel rims with 215 65 15 all the way around on a 72 burb. front is 4 inch and rear is slam re7
i need to take pic then ill post

**special-K** · 11-05-2008, 07:20 AM

Look at See Ten`s truck with 275/60s all around.That`s about as big of an all-matched set you can go.You can run 295s on the back for a beefier look but they`d be big for up front.Yes,bigger tires look better in the back.I love fat rear tires.But,it`s a trade-off when you want all-matching.

Longhorn Man · 11-05-2008, 07:40 AM

I'll agree about the 275/60's lookin small.

275/60s for the rear, and 2 245/60s up front on 15X8 5 lug rallys.
As for the spare... if you have a spare that you tell yourself is a temp spare... then size doesn't matter nearly as much. If all 4 tires are 28 inches tall X 8 inches wide, then grab a tall by skinny tire tobe the spare. The total diameter is what matters, and if it's gonna bu sused as a temp spare, then the total diameter is't all THAT important.
Just look in the truck of dang near every car sold today

tcb-1 · 11-05-2008, 07:42 AM

15 x 7's steelies with 235/70/15's all the way around. and I'm running front disc brakes as well.

70jnktrk · 11-05-2008, 08:43 AM

CG...here is a shot of mine..15 inch rims..275/60 on the rear{8inch rim} and 255/60 on the front 7 {inch rim}. The front is an ECE 4inch/rear ECE 5 1/2inch drops. The rear could easily be 6inches without problem. Works well..hope this helps...see ten and John...outstanding looking trucks!

68Stepbed · 11-05-2008, 09:07 AM

Why not go with a 235/75/15? That's close to the original size tires and I don't think it would look too small. You might also consider a 255/70/15. It's a 29" tall tire and still ballons out and looks good. It definetly wouldn't look small on the panel.

Imacarguytoo · 11-05-2008, 09:11 AM

So how are you guys getting the 4/6 drop. I know for the rear im going to use the taurus rear coil springs to obtain my 6. I am also going to run 275w/60/15 all the way around.

CG · 11-05-2008, 12:20 PM

Thanks for the input so far guys. Im talking with one of the board vendors about dropping this even lower than I was originally thinking and he wants to know what height the tire will be so I need to make the decision. LonghornMan you make a valid point...Ill consider it.

Brad · 11-05-2008, 12:28 PM

Mark fwiw, I use an AstroVan spacesaver spare in my '68 truck. They fit great over the db hubs and are pretty tall as well.

03-30-2008, 04:16 AM	#1
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,995	15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Anybody running this set up? Im only interested in 15 inch rims same size all the way around and same size tire all the way around with a 4/6 drop. Im trying to decide on tires. You know the drill...not to big not to small. Im leaning towards 7 inch rim width. If you have a pic with this set up could you post it please. I know its not the popular way to go but I'm trying to be practical, building something I can take on road trips.

03-30-2008, 04:40 AM	#2
Alvin Never Done? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,435	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? CG - my steel wheels are 15x7, and although I'm not running the same size all around, the fronts are 255/60/15 and I really like 'em. I think they'd look good on all corners. __________________ Ethel - The Legend Continues... Ethel has been sold.

03-30-2008, 04:43 AM	#3
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? CG,You need to be aware that with disc brakes the stock 6 lugs will not clear the calipers.If you're swapping to 5 lug it shouldn't be an issue.All of this is assuming you are asking for the panel. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-30-2008, 04:45 AM	#4
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03-30-2008, 04:45 AM	#5
ed2552 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charles City IA Posts: 1,626	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? What are you going to run for rims? steelies or aluminum? would you be opposed to 16's? I think 16's would still give a good ride and give more tire options and look a little better __________________ '67 C20, Under the Knife!, LWB, Eaton HO-52, Rear Coil Springs 72' GMC C2500, 350, TH400(?), Dana 60 '67 K10 4-spd., 305, SM465, Dana 44, 12 Bolt, RUST! '65 C60 292, 4 spd, 2 spd Rearend, 15' Grain Box, MINT! 09 Yukon Denali 82k Miles 6.2L/6A

03-30-2008, 05:15 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? You`re after the same thing I am.I like big`n`littles,like 275s-295s and 10s on the rear.But,the truck I want to build I want practicle for traveling.Don`t want to carry two spares and need to rotate properly.Big`n`littles are cool for limited driving,IMO. And,I had written down what See Ten had on his rallyes before changing them out.I think we`re on the same page,CG. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-30-2008, 06:36 AM	#8
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? My set up is 4/6 with 265-50-15s at each corner. Rims are the 15x8, and with the tires, the overall diameter is around 25.4inches. Also, height of front wheel opening, ground to top center of opening is 26 inches, 27 inches for the rear. In this picture, the truck was still settling, so it is about 3/4 to 1 inch lower looking now... Attached Images __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

03-30-2008, 03:53 PM	#9
ANTHONY 67 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: FOREST MS Posts: 67	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? those two trucks look good

03-30-2008, 09:38 PM	#10
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Those trucks are Ka-leen!

03-30-2008, 09:43 PM	#11
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,995	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? So far Im liking see tens size, but maybe I will look into 65 series. Fabris truck is beautiful, but I think a 50 series tire on my gigantic panel will look a little off.

03-30-2008, 11:54 PM	#12
bills68panel Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: terrell tx. Posts: 67	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? well just got my wheels on and they are 15x8s with 275x60s on them and i think for a panel like ours it just looks to small on the rear. i did 2 1/2 drop spins on front and 5 " drop on the rear so i think for me i will go with 10s on the rear with 295x 60s and leave the front like it is.

11-05-2008, 01:49 AM	#14
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,995	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Bringing this back TTT. What are your opinions on tire size? Seven or eight inch rims and I want the tires to tuck. 15 inch only. A panel is a huge chunk of truck and I don't want the tires to look undersized. I was really leaning toward the 275/60 until bills68panel spoke up. I really wish I was better versed on tire sizes so I could visualize this better. I need to check out the tire/wheel size thread again...Maybe photoshopping a panel rear section on a long box truck that I like will help =)

11-05-2008, 02:07 AM	#15
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? SeeTen your truck is the shizzle.!! __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

11-05-2008, 03:52 AM	#16
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Mark, I've got 235/70/R15 all the way around on my '67 right now. It's the same exact height as a 275/60/R15 fwiw. Take a look in the gallery for current pics of my truck. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

11-05-2008, 05:37 AM	#17
61superman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: sl,ut Posts: 145	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? i runnung 15x8 steel rims with 215 65 15 all the way around on a 72 burb. front is 4 inch and rear is slam re7 i need to take pic then ill post Attached Images __________________ current project: 1964 chevy II Wagon 1956 3100 1972 c10 burb bagged 1962 GMC burb 1963 c10 burb 1966 c10 burb 1995 chevy lowerado 5/7 static drop daily driver 1963 c10 step side 1965 super sport impala 1967 c30 Last edited by 61superman; 11-05-2008 at 07:20 PM. Reason: adding pic



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11-05-2008, 07:20 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Look at See Ten`s truck with 275/60s all around.That`s about as big of an all-matched set you can go.You can run 295s on the back for a beefier look but they`d be big for up front.Yes,bigger tires look better in the back.I love fat rear tires.But,it`s a trade-off when you want all-matching. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-05-2008, 07:40 AM	#19
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? I'll agree about the 275/60's lookin small. 275/60s for the rear, and 2 245/60s up front on 15X8 5 lug rallys. As for the spare... if you have a spare that you tell yourself is a temp spare... then size doesn't matter nearly as much. If all 4 tires are 28 inches tall X 8 inches wide, then grab a tall by skinny tire tobe the spare. The total diameter is what matters, and if it's gonna bu sused as a temp spare, then the total diameter is't all THAT important. Just look in the truck of dang near every car sold today

11-05-2008, 07:42 AM	#20
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? 15 x 7's steelies with 235/70/15's all the way around. and I'm running front disc brakes as well. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

11-05-2008, 08:43 AM	#21
70jnktrk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: arizona Posts: 213	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? CG...here is a shot of mine..15 inch rims..275/60 on the rear{8inch rim} and 255/60 on the front 7 {inch rim}. The front is an ECE 4inch/rear ECE 5 1/2inch drops. The rear could easily be 6inches without problem. Works well..hope this helps...see ten and John...outstanding looking trucks!

11-05-2008, 09:07 AM	#22
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Why not go with a 235/75/15? That's close to the original size tires and I don't think it would look too small. You might also consider a 255/70/15. It's a 29" tall tire and still ballons out and looks good. It definetly wouldn't look small on the panel. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

11-05-2008, 09:11 AM	#23
Imacarguytoo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 306	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? So how are you guys getting the 4/6 drop. I know for the rear im going to use the taurus rear coil springs to obtain my 6. I am also going to run 275w/60/15 all the way around. __________________ '67 C20 Lwb 350 4-Speed '01 Chrysler Concorde LXI (wifes ride) '91 Gmc Suburban 3/4 2wd 454 Tbi '51 Jeep Cj3a "Willys" 350 V8

11-05-2008, 12:20 PM	#24
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,995	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Thanks for the input so far guys. Im talking with one of the board vendors about dropping this even lower than I was originally thinking and he wants to know what height the tire will be so I need to make the decision. LonghornMan you make a valid point...Ill consider it.

11-05-2008, 12:28 PM	#25
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Re: 15 inch rims 4-6 drop same size tires on all 4? Mark fwiw, I use an AstroVan spacesaver spare in my '68 truck. They fit great over the db hubs and are pretty tall as well. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

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