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01-09-2009, 02:45 AM
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Location: Southern Illinois
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What size tire do I need?
I have a 65 swb with a rear end out of a 72, I know that the rear end is wider than oe. I have lowered the truck 3" in the front and 5" out back, I am going with 15x8's all the way around. My question is this, what is the biggest tire you would put on this setup? or should I ask what are some tire size combo's. I wouldn't mind the same size all the way around, but then again I like the fatty, skinny look as well? I was thinking 235/60/15 up front and 275/75/15 in the rear. What is your honest opinion? I appreciate and welcome any advice.
Thanks in advance, CUSTOM DELUXE |
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01-10-2009, 02:25 PM
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Re: What size tire do I need?
I've never seen a 275-75-15; 275-60's.... yes. A 275 should fit fine w/the correct back-spaced wheel.
W/a 3/5 drop, a 215-75 up front on a 15x7 & a 255-70 on a 15x8 out back would look nice.
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01-14-2009, 01:16 PM
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Re: What size tire do I need?
Thanks for the help SCOTI!! 15 inch old school look must not be as cool lookin' as I thought, didn't get much response from the guys on here.....
Last edited by CUSTOM DELUXE; 01-14-2009 at 01:18 PM. Reason: MISPELLING |
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01-14-2009, 09:25 PM
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Re: What size tire do I need?
i have a 72 w/ about the same stance and i run a 295-50 out back and a 255-60 up rront on 8 inch wheels only bout a 3/8 inch difference in height
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01-15-2009, 03:26 PM
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Re: What size tire do I need?
about the 235 i was going to run it on my truck but it looked very small on there almost like a car tire i would recomend a 245-60-15 instead but hey thats just me
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01-19-2009, 10:17 AM
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Location: Southern Illinois
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Re: What size tire do I need?
Thanks guys, I went with 245/60 BFG Radials on all four corners. After I give it an altitude adjustment, I'll post some pics!
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02-06-2009, 03:47 PM
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Re: What size tire do I need?
Did you ever get any pics of your wheel and tire setup? I'm looking to buy some tires right now and was curious how yours look.
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02-07-2009, 12:27 AM
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Location: Southern Illinois
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Re: What size tire do I need?
Pictures are from my phone and not the best quaility,but finally got the pictures to my computer. This is 5" ECE coils in the rear, and 2-1/2" spindle and 1" coil in the front. Motor is ready to go in as well as tranny. Just need to round up a drive shaft. Hope you guys approve, what do ya think?
 
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