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Chlsnk · 12-12-2009, 08:28 PM

I found a set of 295-50-15 T/A radials for super cheep are these to wide to mount on a 8 inch wide truck raylle?

spaseghost · 12-12-2009, 08:47 PM

Im betting that they would be a mo fo to get to seat, just my guess though.

cochino12 · 12-12-2009, 08:48 PM

they will fit just fine

GMC Guy · 12-12-2009, 09:11 PM

does anyone know where i can get the BFG 295/50/15's? TireRack says they're back ordered, but this has gone on for over a year. i know they pop up on craigslist sometimes, but usually are well worn. i love the look of that tire, with the raised white lettering

f.monroe · 12-12-2009, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by GMC Guy

does anyone know where i can get the BFG 295/50/15's? TireRack says they're back ordered, but this has gone on for over a year. i know they pop up on craigslist sometimes, but usually are well worn. i love the look of that tire, with the raised white lettering

Coker Tire bought the mold so they are the ones producing that tire now . I think Summit Racing has them . If not , contact Coker .
Frank

GMC Guy · 12-12-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by f.monroe

Coker Tire bought the mold so they are the ones producing that tire now . I think Summit Racing has them . If not , contact Coker .
Frank

thanks, found em'

http://store.coker.com/p295-50r15-bfg-t-a-rwl.html

menace121978 · 12-12-2009, 10:55 PM

i honestly dont think you'll be happy. i have a 295/50 on my 8.5 inchers and when i hit a corner you can feel the tire sidewall folding under the wheel.

and they do/did have a hell of a time mounting them!

Pyrotechnic · 12-12-2009, 11:28 PM

I wouldn't do it. That tire would be much better on a 10" wide rim.

menace121978 · 12-12-2009, 11:36 PM

exactly... that feeling is nothing nice

Chlsnk · 12-13-2009, 11:25 AM

Alright ,Thanks for the suggestions. My sears carrys them.

Hottrucks · 12-13-2009, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Chlsnk

Alright ,Thanks for the suggestions. My sears carrys them.

how much??

Chlsnk · 12-13-2009, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by hottrucks

how much??

95$

Hottrucks · 12-13-2009, 12:39 PM

dam I would have stepped my rears up to that and run my 255/70's up front I spent $60 on 235/75's DAM!! I couldn't find any that size...dam!!

87 Custom Delux · 12-13-2009, 01:47 PM

275/60-15's would be a perfect fit for your application.

Dapper Dan · 12-14-2009, 02:07 PM

If it helps any here are my 275/60/15 on 8" truck rally. I would agree that 295 would be too wide for 8" rim

ironroad9c1 · 12-14-2009, 03:16 PM

yea 275/60/15 is about as wide as you want to go on a 8 inch rim. I've ran 275's on a 7 and 8 inch wheel inch rim, and no matter what pressure it was always wore out the middle of the tread when mounted on the 7's So I'm sure other than ill handling the centers will wear if you run a 295.

jchav62 · 12-14-2009, 04:56 PM

I have 295/50's on 8's in the rear of my '73, I've never noticed an issue with cornering. I like how the sit on an 8" wheel. I haven't had them too long, but I haven't notice any odd wearing either. When I had them mounted, the guy had both of them done and balanced in about 10 minutes. ??

Here's pic of mine, also a pic of another local truck that runs 295's on 8" rallys.

Go for it!!

Chlsnk · 12-14-2009, 11:42 PM

jchav62 Why type of wheel is that on the white shortbed with green top? And d you have any picture of how the tires look on the truck from behind?

geeforcem · 12-17-2009, 03:24 AM

New to the sight.. but have had my '86 since 1988.. I've always had 8 inch rallys on the back with 295/50's and have never had a handling problem or mounting problem. In my opinion, it looks better than the 275/60 option. A little shorter but definitely wider. When these wear out, i'll buy another pair.

jeff

1986swb · 12-17-2009, 04:12 AM

I'd go with Firestone Firehawks. Great tires. They have your 295/50s. Go to http://www.firestonetire.com/tiresel...roduct_ID=1056 for sizing specs. I have the 255/70s around my truck. They have better wet traction than BFGs or Goodyears, and wear much better. I tried them all.

1LoC10 · 12-17-2009, 10:14 AM

Heres my old Blazer I had back in the day, it had 295/50's on 15X8's

jchav62 · 12-17-2009, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Chlsnk

jchav62 Why type of wheel is that on the white shortbed with green top? And d you have any picture of how the tires look on the truck from behind?

Those are old style baby moons from the '70's, different from the 'smoothies' they have nowadays. I picked them up from the local junkyard for $10 a piece. The moon caps were a little beat up so I didn't use them. I had a set of '90's style stock center caps and they fit in the center of these wheels perfect. I'm happy with what they look like and they seem to be pretty unique... here's some more pics...

Tony@AirRideTech · 12-17-2009, 12:27 PM

the sectional width of a 295 is 11.62". Gonna have a lot of tire hanging over the wheel.

Hottrucks · 12-17-2009, 12:51 PM

hows the inner wheel well clearance ?? I have alot of drop in my truck since its bagged with a notch...just woundering if I could get them inside the wheel well...I would cut the tub in a heart beat but wanna keep it stock and I'm not sure if a stock rally has enough BS

ironroad9c1 · 12-18-2009, 07:49 AM

This is a 275/60 on a 8 inch rallye, and you can see how much it hangs over on those.

12-12-2009, 08:28 PM	#1
Chlsnk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas city Posts: 756	to big of a tire for raylle? I found a set of 295-50-15 T/A radials for super cheep are these to wide to mount on a 8 inch wide truck raylle? __________________ *My 84 short bed build up*** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68#post3481968

12-12-2009, 08:47 PM	#2
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12-12-2009, 08:48 PM	#3
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? they will fit just fine __________________ Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually

12-12-2009, 09:11 PM	#4
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? does anyone know where i can get the BFG 295/50/15's? TireRack says they're back ordered, but this has gone on for over a year. i know they pop up on craigslist sometimes, but usually are well worn. i love the look of that tire, with the raised white lettering __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

12-12-2009, 10:55 PM	#7
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? i honestly dont think you'll be happy. i have a 295/50 on my 8.5 inchers and when i hit a corner you can feel the tire sidewall folding under the wheel. and they do/did have a hell of a time mounting them! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-12-2009, 11:28 PM	#8
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? I wouldn't do it. That tire would be much better on a 10" wide rim. __________________ 1977 GMC Sierra Grande

12-12-2009, 11:36 PM	#9
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? exactly... that feeling is nothing nice __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-13-2009, 11:25 AM	#10
Chlsnk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas city Posts: 756	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? Alright ,Thanks for the suggestions. My sears carrys them. __________________ *My 84 short bed build up*** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68#post3481968

12-13-2009, 12:39 PM	#13
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? dam I would have stepped my rears up to that and run my 255/70's up front I spent $60 on 235/75's DAM!! I couldn't find any that size...dam!! __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

12-13-2009, 01:47 PM	#14
87 Custom Delux Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Upper Marlboro, MD Posts: 112	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? 275/60-15's would be a perfect fit for your application.

12-14-2009, 02:07 PM	#15
Dapper Dan Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Middle River, MD Posts: 171	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? If it helps any here are my 275/60/15 on 8" truck rally. I would agree that 295 would be too wide for 8" rim Attached Images

12-14-2009, 03:16 PM	#16
ironroad9c1 Master Hater Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Temple,Tx. Posts: 402	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? yea 275/60/15 is about as wide as you want to go on a 8 inch rim. I've ran 275's on a 7 and 8 inch wheel inch rim, and no matter what pressure it was always wore out the middle of the tread when mounted on the 7's So I'm sure other than ill handling the centers will wear if you run a 295.

12-14-2009, 04:56 PM	#17
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? I have 295/50's on 8's in the rear of my '73, I've never noticed an issue with cornering. I like how the sit on an 8" wheel. I haven't had them too long, but I haven't notice any odd wearing either. When I had them mounted, the guy had both of them done and balanced in about 10 minutes. ?? Here's pic of mine, also a pic of another local truck that runs 295's on 8" rallys. Go for it!! Attached Images __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

12-14-2009, 11:42 PM	#18
Chlsnk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas city Posts: 756	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? jchav62 Why type of wheel is that on the white shortbed with green top? And d you have any picture of how the tires look on the truck from behind? __________________ *My 84 short bed build up*** http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68#post3481968

12-17-2009, 03:24 AM	#19
geeforcem Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: houston, texas Posts: 26	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? New to the sight.. but have had my '86 since 1988.. I've always had 8 inch rallys on the back with 295/50's and have never had a handling problem or mounting problem. In my opinion, it looks better than the 275/60 option. A little shorter but definitely wider. When these wear out, i'll buy another pair. jeff



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12-17-2009, 04:12 AM	#20
1986swb Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sammamish, Washington Posts: 163	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? I'd go with Firestone Firehawks. Great tires. They have your 295/50s. Go to http://www.firestonetire.com/tiresel...roduct_ID=1056 for sizing specs. I have the 255/70s around my truck. They have better wet traction than BFGs or Goodyears, and wear much better. I tried them all.

12-17-2009, 10:14 AM	#21
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? Heres my old Blazer I had back in the day, it had 295/50's on 15X8's __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all << Last edited by 1LoC10; 12-17-2009 at 10:14 AM.

12-17-2009, 12:27 PM	#23
Tony@AirRideTech Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Huntingburg IN Posts: 620	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? the sectional width of a 295 is 11.62". Gonna have a lot of tire hanging over the wheel.

12-17-2009, 12:51 PM	#24
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? hows the inner wheel well clearance ?? I have alot of drop in my truck since its bagged with a notch...just woundering if I could get them inside the wheel well...I would cut the tub in a heart beat but wanna keep it stock and I'm not sure if a stock rally has enough BS __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

12-18-2009, 07:49 AM	#25
ironroad9c1 Master Hater Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Temple,Tx. Posts: 402	Re: to big of a tire for raylle? This is a 275/60 on a 8 inch rallye, and you can see how much it hangs over on those.

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