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kaycee · 08-25-2007, 09:50 PM

What size of 15' tire r you guys running?I put some 235/60r15 BF Goodrich on today and they look like mini donuts.I am trying to talk them into swapping a taller tire on it for me.I just am sick over this I had some 235/75 on it before but they r about 3" taller.I'm asking for a 2wd.I had to special order these so I might be SOL.Suppose to talk to manager about them tommarow.

ChevLoRay · 08-25-2007, 10:01 PM

I had a pair of 235/60-15's on the front of my lowered truck. They were too short. I now have a pair of 245/60's. Much better. Out back you'll see a pair of 275/60's. Running 8-inch width on front and 10-inch out back.

**phase_one** · 08-25-2007, 10:04 PM

I like 275/60's. Very big.

corn · 08-25-2007, 10:04 PM

Im running 225/70's on 7" front wheels & 275/60's on 10" rear wheels. I like the fit & look of them...

**truckdude239** · 08-25-2007, 10:21 PM

i am running 255r70r15 on 15x10 rims look good for stock 235/75r15

2bits · 08-25-2007, 11:05 PM

I've run 255/70's all the way around and they look pretty decent, 245/60's look good too on the front, but to me the perfect blend for all the way around will always be 275/60 for a stock suspension truck.

If you're gonna be going for a more expensive tire, he'll probably be very willing to work with ya!

nates70lwb · 08-26-2007, 12:06 AM

275/60's plenty of sidewall

sb69chevy · 08-26-2007, 12:47 AM

235/75s here.

**Palf70Step** · 08-26-2007, 06:37 AM

275/60 all the way around, but are about 1" shorter than stock height tires.

I also like the look of 255/70x15, they are a bit taller but are probably the closest to stock height.

KFreddy · 08-26-2007, 07:29 AM

Kaycee,

Here are the some approximate sizes, all will fit a stock 15x8" wheel, some better then others. Some of these sizes are no longer available so a compromise might have to be made at a certain point.

I'm running a 255-70R15. Truck is lowered 3.5" front and 5" back.

Width Height

235-70R15 28.0
255-70R15 28.9
265-70R15 29.6
285-70R15 30.8

235-65R15 26.5
245-65R15 27.0
255-65R15 27.0
265-65R15 28.6
275-65R15 29.1

235-60R15 26.1
245-60R15 26.6
255-60R15 27.0
265-60R15 27.5
275-60R15 28.0

265-50R15 25.5
275-50R15 25.9
295-50R15 26.7

kaycee · 08-26-2007, 10:28 PM

Appreciate the feedback.I like the looks of the 255 any one got pics of some 275?There is only 1" differance from the235 to 255 don't know if that would make a big differance or not .The manager wont be in till tues. soo I guess I'll wait and see what he says.I'm running stock heigth, 2 bits is your truck lowered ?Man you done some major work to shorten it good job

glock35ipsc · 08-27-2007, 11:23 AM

kaycee- Here is what mine looked like on the 68, although I still plan on running them for awhile after it is back together.

245/60-15 on the front, 275/60-15 on the rear. All four wheels are 15x8.

bigmike71 · 08-27-2007, 11:33 AM

275/60,s look great

bryanw1968 · 08-27-2007, 12:14 PM

I'm running 245/60's on the front and 295/50's on the back. I'm thinking of going a little taller next time around.

kaycee · 08-27-2007, 05:42 PM

Well I talked to a buddy today and he said he wants the whole package wheels &tires.Good thing I have a coupla more sets of ralleys.Glock is your truck lowered any that is a nice stance on it.After looking at yours I think the 255 might be what I'm looking for.

glock35ipsc · 08-27-2007, 05:59 PM

The last pic is without the engine in it. In the first two, it is lowered 2.5" in the front (spindles), and 4" in the rear (3" springs, 1" blocks).

**Chevy454** · 08-27-2007, 06:27 PM

255x60-15

Rokcrln · 08-27-2007, 06:50 PM

I have 275/60/15's on back w/8" rims and 255/60/15 up front with a 6.5 or 7" rim. The truck is lowered about 4.5" in front and 6" in rear.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

dave3156 · 08-27-2007, 07:49 PM

I'm running BF Goodrich Comp T/As 295 50 15's on all 4 wheels. I like them

Big White GMC · 08-27-2007, 10:52 PM

I'm Running 275/60/15 All The Way Around And Have No Complaints. Great Handling And No Rubs Up Front. I've Got 15x8.5 Wheels And They Fill Out Great

68Stepbed · 08-28-2007, 08:54 AM

255/60/15 front, 275/60/15 rear on 15x8's all around with 1" front springs, 2" rear springs in the first pic.

Same size tires and wheels with a 3.5/4" drop in last pics.

swiny20 · 08-28-2007, 12:49 PM

275/60/15 on 10in wheel

kombreeze · 09-19-2007, 10:38 PM

what are your rear drops?

67_C-30 · 09-19-2007, 11:13 PM

I have 235/70's on mine for now. They have decent height, but are not wide enough IMO. I am planning on doing the 2/4 drop, and going with 245/60's in the front a 275/60's out back.

**SactoJim** · 09-19-2007, 11:57 PM

275/60 & 255/60's on 10 & 8 inch rims.

08-25-2007, 09:50 PM	#1
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,445	15" Tire Size What size of 15' tire r you guys running?I put some 235/60r15 BF Goodrich on today and they look like mini donuts.I am trying to talk them into swapping a taller tire on it for me.I just am sick over this I had some 235/75 on it before but they r about 3" taller.I'm asking for a 2wd.I had to special order these so I might be SOL.Suppose to talk to manager about them tommarow. __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327

08-25-2007, 10:01 PM	#2
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: 15" Tire Size I had a pair of 235/60-15's on the front of my lowered truck. They were too short. I now have a pair of 245/60's. Much better. Out back you'll see a pair of 275/60's. Running 8-inch width on front and 10-inch out back. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-25-2007, 10:04 PM	#3
phase_one Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Praireville. LA 70769 Posts: 390	Re: 15" Tire Size I like 275/60's. Very big. __________________ 11 Surbaban 70 C 10 still in progress

08-25-2007, 10:04 PM	#4
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: 15" Tire Size Im running 225/70's on 7" front wheels & 275/60's on 10" rear wheels. I like the fit & look of them...

08-25-2007, 10:21 PM	#5
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,233	Re: 15" Tire Size i am running 255r70r15 on 15x10 rims look good for stock 235/75r15 __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

08-25-2007, 11:05 PM	#6
2bits Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 504	Re: 15" Tire Size I've run 255/70's all the way around and they look pretty decent, 245/60's look good too on the front, but to me the perfect blend for all the way around will always be 275/60 for a stock suspension truck. If you're gonna be going for a more expensive tire, he'll probably be very willing to work with ya! __________________ _______________ Thomas '78 Silverado '74 Monte Carlo '47 Teardrop Trailer East Texas Classics Local Club

08-26-2007, 12:06 AM	#7
nates70lwb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: shawnee,ok Posts: 21	Re: 15" Tire Size 275/60's plenty of sidewall

08-26-2007, 12:47 AM	#8
sb69chevy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 375	Re: 15" Tire Size 235/75s here. __________________ 1969 C/10 swb, 350, powerglide (daily driver) 2005 CRV (wife's ride)

08-26-2007, 06:37 AM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,816	Re: 15" Tire Size 275/60 all the way around, but are about 1" shorter than stock height tires. I also like the look of 255/70x15, they are a bit taller but are probably the closest to stock height. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

08-26-2007, 07:29 AM	#10
KFreddy Active Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 286	Re: 15" Tire Size Kaycee, Here are the some approximate sizes, all will fit a stock 15x8" wheel, some better then others. Some of these sizes are no longer available so a compromise might have to be made at a certain point. I'm running a 255-70R15. Truck is lowered 3.5" front and 5" back. Width Height 235-70R15 28.0 255-70R15 28.9 265-70R15 29.6 285-70R15 30.8 235-65R15 26.5 245-65R15 27.0 255-65R15 27.0 265-65R15 28.6 275-65R15 29.1 235-60R15 26.1 245-60R15 26.6 255-60R15 27.0 265-60R15 27.5 275-60R15 28.0 265-50R15 25.5 275-50R15 25.9 295-50R15 26.7 Attached Images __________________ "The Great State of Florida"

08-26-2007, 10:28 PM	#11
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,445	Re: 15" Tire Size Appreciate the feedback.I like the looks of the 255 any one got pics of some 275?There is only 1" differance from the235 to 255 don't know if that would make a big differance or not .The manager wont be in till tues. soo I guess I'll wait and see what he says.I'm running stock heigth, 2 bits is your truck lowered ?Man you done some major work to shorten it good job __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327 Last edited by kaycee; 08-26-2007 at 10:35 PM. Reason: added

08-27-2007, 11:23 AM	#12
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: 15" Tire Size kaycee- Here is what mine looked like on the 68, although I still plan on running them for awhile after it is back together. 245/60-15 on the front, 275/60-15 on the rear. All four wheels are 15x8. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

08-27-2007, 11:33 AM	#13
bigmike71 bigmike Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dallas,Texas Posts: 22	Re: 15" Tire Size 275/60,s look great

08-27-2007, 12:14 PM	#14
bryanw1968 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Leander, Texas Posts: 850	Re: 15" Tire Size I'm running 245/60's on the front and 295/50's on the back. I'm thinking of going a little taller next time around.

08-27-2007, 05:42 PM	#15
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,445	Re: 15" Tire Size Well I talked to a buddy today and he said he wants the whole package wheels &tires.Good thing I have a coupla more sets of ralleys.Glock is your truck lowered any that is a nice stance on it.After looking at yours I think the 255 might be what I'm looking for. __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327



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08-27-2007, 05:59 PM	#16
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: 15" Tire Size The last pic is without the engine in it. In the first two, it is lowered 2.5" in the front (spindles), and 4" in the rear (3" springs, 1" blocks). __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

08-27-2007, 06:27 PM	#17
Chevy454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Alton, MO Posts: 145	Re: 15" Tire Size 255x60-15 __________________ '72 Super Custom Suburban - 402/400, original bucket seats, 3rd seat, rear air, tilt A few Yenko cars Interested in COPOs, Yenkos or other dealer built muscle cars then go here:www.yenko.net

08-27-2007, 06:50 PM	#18
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: 15" Tire Size I have 275/60/15's on back w/8" rims and 255/60/15 up front with a 6.5 or 7" rim. The truck is lowered about 4.5" in front and 6" in rear. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

08-27-2007, 07:49 PM	#19
dave3156 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 336	Re: 15" Tire Size I'm running BF Goodrich Comp T/As 295 50 15's on all 4 wheels. I like them

08-27-2007, 10:52 PM	#20
Big White GMC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Homer, Georgia Posts: 56	Re: 15" Tire Size I'm Running 275/60/15 All The Way Around And Have No Complaints. Great Handling And No Rubs Up Front. I've Got 15x8.5 Wheels And They Fill Out Great __________________ It's A Beautiful Day In Suburbia !!!!!

08-28-2007, 08:54 AM	#21
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: 15" Tire Size 255/60/15 front, 275/60/15 rear on 15x8's all around with 1" front springs, 2" rear springs in the first pic. Same size tires and wheels with a 3.5/4" drop in last pics. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system Last edited by 68Stepbed; 10-04-2007 at 10:41 PM.

08-28-2007, 12:49 PM	#22
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09-19-2007, 10:38 PM	#23
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09-19-2007, 11:13 PM	#24
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: 15" Tire Size I have 235/70's on mine for now. They have decent height, but are not wide enough IMO. I am planning on doing the 2/4 drop, and going with 245/60's in the front a 275/60's out back. Attached Images __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club! Last edited by 67_C-30; 09-19-2007 at 11:14 PM.

09-19-2007, 11:57 PM	#25
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