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Old 03-14-2011, 11:00 AM   #1
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15x8 on 235/75/15

Just wondering if this is doable. I have heard, although its not "quite" ideal as opposed to say like a 255 or bigger, but I have heard that these will fit.

Truth to this? If so, anyone have any pics? I have heard the term marshmallow fit, but would like to see some pics if anyone has them.

I have found a nice set of 15x8 rally's that Im looking at.

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Old 03-14-2011, 11:11 AM   #2
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

My '90 Blazer came from the factory with 235/75-15s on 8" rallyes. It's definitely Kosher.
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Old 03-14-2011, 11:13 AM   #3
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

Sweet. I was hoping to avoid buying new tires as I just bought them not even 3k miles ago.

Have any pics?
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Old 03-14-2011, 11:18 AM   #4
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

Not the best pic, but i believe these are 235/75/15. 7" on front, 8.25" on the rear.
You will have no problems running them.
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Old 03-14-2011, 11:21 AM   #5
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

Awesome!!! Those dont look bad at all I had heard from some they look terrible, and some say that dont look bad... I'm with the they dont look bad at all party.

Thanks for posting!
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Old 03-14-2011, 02:44 PM   #6
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

I've got '96 sierra with 15x8 wheels and I run 235/75/15 tires. I think 15x7 wheels would be better with that tire size, but since the wheels were on the truck when I got it, I kept them.
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Old 03-14-2011, 03:07 PM   #7
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

if you look closely, you'll see the 7" rim holds the bead in while the 8.25" the bead is reaching for the rim. it's not a really bad look, but not the best. i wouldn't replace the tires until they need it, then go a little larger.
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Old 03-14-2011, 03:46 PM   #8
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

I have 255/60 15"s on my 8" rallys and I think they look great.
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Re: 15x8 on 235/75/15

It somewhat depends on the tires. Cheapy tires have a narrow thread & don't look real good on 8 in. wheels. The better tires have more shoulders on them & fit good.
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