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10-06-2011, 06:17 PM
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widest wheel and spacing
okay here goes
i have a 68 c20 that i am converting to 1/2 ton. found an 85 chevy for the suspension and rear end. i plan on a 4" drop in the rear and something to match in the front what is the widest rim and what backspacing do i need? |
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10-06-2011, 08:29 PM
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Re: widest wheel and spacing
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This is very subjective too.... What is 'right' for one guy may not be for another. I suggest you get your drop done & take measurements using the wheels available to determine what will/won't work.
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10-06-2011, 09:06 PM
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Re: widest wheel and spacing
also, when you start maximizing sizes, tire selection will also matter.
tubbed rear? front wheel wells? leaf spring rear? Lots of questions |
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10-06-2011, 09:20 PM
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Re: widest wheel and spacing
Check out the "Percy's Wheelrite" tool. You can buy them at Summit. The best $69 I have spent in a while. It will get you really, really close to perfect wheel spacing / tire size, and the true fit that you want your truck to have. It will do 15-20" wheels .. so completely your call.
Another thing to consider is the overall width of the 85 rear end vs. the original 67-mid 69 (55.5") and 70+ (57") plate to plate. Ex. If someone told you a 20x10 with 5" BS would work on a typical short fleet, your rear axle might be longer / shorter overall and throw it off by 1" or more. I'm not sure how long the 85 model rear end is though. Seriously .. buy the wheelrite. You'll be glad you did.
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