1961 Tire to fender clearence...? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

The1960APE · 07-14-2016, 08:57 AM

After some helpful posts from you guys we have decided to mini tub the 61 project. I already bought brand new wheel vintiiques 16x8 steelies and brand new tires, looks as if I jumped the gun.
Now I am thinking about jumping up to 18" or 20" wheels, possibly Mobsteel (Detroit steel) the plan for the rear is a 11" or 12" wide wheel and a 8" wide for the front.
My question for you guys is at what point will I run into issues clearing the front inner fenders?

Thanks

LVPhotos · 07-14-2016, 09:50 AM

8 3/4 at bumper leaves about 3 inches tire to inner fender. There are lots of pictures on my build thread with measurements.

vin63 · 07-14-2016, 10:07 AM

Depending on how low your ride height will be, I found that a 28.5" tall, or taller, front tire rubs the top of the inner fender on my truck at ride height.

The1960APE · 07-14-2016, 01:05 PM

Thanks guys!
Vin63, I am running 2-1/2 drop spindles and have cranked the bars down some, I do not think I am as low as you are and I am looking at a 27.72 tall tire, so it sounds like I should be ok!

vin63 · 07-14-2016, 01:40 PM

Yep, my front tire is 27 inches tall in the photo, so that sounds about right...double check just in case.

07-14-2016, 08:57 AM	#1
The1960APE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Asheville NC Posts: 494	1961 Tire to fender clearence...? After some helpful posts from you guys we have decided to mini tub the 61 project. I already bought brand new wheel vintiiques 16x8 steelies and brand new tires, looks as if I jumped the gun. Now I am thinking about jumping up to 18" or 20" wheels, possibly Mobsteel (Detroit steel) the plan for the rear is a 11" or 12" wide wheel and a 8" wide for the front. My question for you guys is at what point will I run into issues clearing the front inner fenders? Thanks

07-14-2016, 09:50 AM	#2
LVPhotos Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,857	Re: 1961 Tire to fender clearence...? 8 3/4 at bumper leaves about 3 inches tire to inner fender. There are lots of pictures on my build thread with measurements. Attached Images __________________ 1962 shortbed 408cui small block, TKO 600 5-speed, bagged Porterbuilt suspension. 18" Salt Flats http://www.cardomain.com/ride/332579...t-c-k-pick-up/ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=560081

07-14-2016, 10:07 AM	#3
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: 1961 Tire to fender clearence...? Depending on how low your ride height will be, I found that a 28.5" tall, or taller, front tire rubs the top of the inner fender on my truck at ride height. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

07-14-2016, 01:05 PM	#4
The1960APE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Asheville NC Posts: 494	Re: 1961 Tire to fender clearence...? Thanks guys! Vin63, I am running 2-1/2 drop spindles and have cranked the bars down some, I do not think I am as low as you are and I am looking at a 27.72 tall tire, so it sounds like I should be ok!

07-14-2016, 01:40 PM	#5
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: 1961 Tire to fender clearence...? Yep, my front tire is 27 inches tall in the photo, so that sounds about right...double check just in case. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes



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