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Magnuman · 12-01-2007, 07:35 PM

I am thinking about using the Boze Flex 6 -17x8 wheel in a rubbed satin finish.

The tire size that I want to use is a 265/70R17 or 32x10.5R17.

The rim that are on their now are 15's with a 33x12.5R15.
The rear wheel looks fine but the front sticks out past the wheel well which I am not happy with.

How do I determine the best size/offset for the wheel/tire combination?

Here are some photos of the conditions.

FRONT DISK BRAKES

REAR DRUM BRAKES

Here are the wheels:

Jtrux · 12-01-2007, 07:42 PM

I guess you don't have any lift. I don't know if you're wanting opinions or not but mine would be to lift it to fit bigger tires with a 17 inch wheel. 35's on 17's look really good IMO. If it's just a street cruiser, go 4 inch lift. 6 inch does look a lot better but for the street all you need is 4 inches.

Magnuman · 12-01-2007, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I guess you don't have any lift. I don't know if you're wanting opinions or not but mine would be to lift it to fit bigger tires with a 17 inch wheel. 35's on 17's look really good IMO. If it's just a street cruiser, go 4 inch lift. 6 inch does look a lot better but for the street all you need is 4 inches.

Can you tell if there is any lift from the photos?
I haven't checked it real closely yet as it is not stored at my home.

A few that have looked at it thought it was lifted slightly.
The previous owner did not do anything but thought if anything it might be slightly raised due to a previous spring lift.

I really do not want to lift it any further off the ground than it it now, but I am worried about the size of the wheel/tire ratio.

Can you tell from this photo?
This is what the truck looked like before restoration.

ABLAZN · 12-01-2007, 08:49 PM

I am running 17X9 Centerlines with a 4.5 inch backspace. My tires are 315/75/17 and they do not set outside the front fender. With what you are looking at, I would say a 3.5 to 4 inch backspace would work quite well The nice thing about running 17's is that there is no issues with clearance on the tie rod ends or dust shields while using wheels with the bigger backspacing.

Magnuman · 12-01-2007, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ABLAZN

I am running 17X9 Centerlines with a 4.5 inch backspace. My tires are 315/75/17 and they do not set outside the front fender. With what you are looking at, I would say a 3.5 to 4 inch backspace would work quite well The nice thing about running 17's is that there is no issues with clearance on the tie rod ends or dust shields while using wheels with the bigger backspacing.

Is your Blazer lifted?

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-01-2007, 10:15 PM

Ummm is that wheel gonna clear the front lock outs??

Magnuman · 12-01-2007, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Ummm is that wheel gonna clear the front lock outs??

They make them so they do.

ABLAZN · 12-01-2007, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Magnuman

Is your Blazer lifted?

Yep, about 5-6 inches, I should have mentioned that.

Mike C · 12-02-2007, 07:28 AM

Anything more than 4 1/2" backspacing and you have to reallly watch rubbing on the springs in the front and on the tub in the rear, and that is on a 10" rim. 4 1/2" backspacking is almost too much for an 8" rim. 4 1/2" is zero offset on an 8 incher. For road use, a 12.5" tire is really too wide for an 8" rim for maximum tire performance.

One of the things about running big tires is you have to move them out for steering and tub clearance. At least run a 9" rim and you might pull it off without rubbing and flush with the outside of the fender in front.

Magnuman · 12-05-2007, 03:16 PM

I just saw this rim in the newest Truckin Magazine and thought it would look good on the Blazer.
I would have the centers painted black with orange pinstipping.
They come in 16x10 and 16x8 with 4.5 backspacee.
Is anyone running 16x10's on a non lifted truck?
Opinions always welcomed.

**jaros44sr** · 12-05-2007, 03:32 PM

Really Old School, probably why I like it. Trim rings look good, or is that a chrome wheel with a hub cap?

Oops, sorry. I looked at the other side

Good choice

desertrat · 12-05-2007, 07:56 PM

Obviously it comes down to personal choice but I think running a small tire you need to be running 15" wheels.
Youre blazer is super clean, I would consider trying to find some supersingle II Weld wheels.
Also I was curious what size tire you are currantly running? They look like 33's.

Magnuman · 12-05-2007, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by desertrat

Obviously it comes down to personal choice but I think running a small tire you need to be running 15" wheels.
Youre blazer is super clean, I would consider trying to find some supersingle II Weld wheels.
Also I was curious what size tire you are currantly running? They look like 33's.

The rims that are on their now are 15's with a 33x12.5R15.
The fronts stick out, which I am not happy with.
I want to use a 16x8 with either a Baja ATZ radial 285-75R16 > 33x11.5R16
or Baja ATZ radial 265-75R16 > 32x10.5R16

12-01-2007, 07:35 PM	#1
Magnuman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco,CA Posts: 130	Another Wheels and Tire Thread I am thinking about using the Boze Flex 6 -17x8 wheel in a rubbed satin finish. The tire size that I want to use is a 265/70R17 or 32x10.5R17. The rim that are on their now are 15's with a 33x12.5R15. The rear wheel looks fine but the front sticks out past the wheel well which I am not happy with. How do I determine the best size/offset for the wheel/tire combination? Here are some photos of the conditions. FRONT DISK BRAKES REAR DRUM BRAKES Here are the wheels:

12-01-2007, 07:42 PM	#2
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread I guess you don't have any lift. I don't know if you're wanting opinions or not but mine would be to lift it to fit bigger tires with a 17 inch wheel. 35's on 17's look really good IMO. If it's just a street cruiser, go 4 inch lift. 6 inch does look a lot better but for the street all you need is 4 inches. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

12-01-2007, 08:49 PM	#4
ABLAZN Oh..never mind.... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 588	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread I am running 17X9 Centerlines with a 4.5 inch backspace. My tires are 315/75/17 and they do not set outside the front fender. With what you are looking at, I would say a 3.5 to 4 inch backspace would work quite well The nice thing about running 17's is that there is no issues with clearance on the tie rod ends or dust shields while using wheels with the bigger backspacing. __________________ 1972 Blazer -6 inch lift -35 inch BFG A/T's Turbo 350 NP-205 454 BB (for now) MORE TO COME !!!!!! Now going to 2WD!!!!! Sold. I got it back after 22 years and did not even know it !!! THE STORY HERE Project Low Down Dirty Rat

12-01-2007, 10:15 PM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread Ummm is that wheel gonna clear the front lock outs?? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-02-2007, 07:28 AM	#9
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,723	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread Anything more than 4 1/2" backspacing and you have to reallly watch rubbing on the springs in the front and on the tub in the rear, and that is on a 10" rim. 4 1/2" backspacking is almost too much for an 8" rim. 4 1/2" is zero offset on an 8 incher. For road use, a 12.5" tire is really too wide for an 8" rim for maximum tire performance. One of the things about running big tires is you have to move them out for steering and tub clearance. At least run a 9" rim and you might pull it off without rubbing and flush with the outside of the fender in front. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

12-05-2007, 03:16 PM	#10
Magnuman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco,CA Posts: 130	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread I just saw this rim in the newest Truckin Magazine and thought it would look good on the Blazer. I would have the centers painted black with orange pinstipping. They come in 16x10 and 16x8 with 4.5 backspacee. Is anyone running 16x10's on a non lifted truck? Opinions always welcomed. Last edited by Magnuman; 12-05-2007 at 03:17 PM.

12-05-2007, 03:32 PM	#11
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,609	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread Really Old School, probably why I like it. Trim rings look good, or is that a chrome wheel with a hub cap? Oops, sorry. I looked at the other side Good choice __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 12-05-2007 at 03:38 PM.

12-05-2007, 07:56 PM	#12
desertrat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Pahrump, NV Posts: 1,079	Re: Another Wheels and Tire Thread Obviously it comes down to personal choice but I think running a small tire you need to be running 15" wheels. Youre blazer is super clean, I would consider trying to find some supersingle II Weld wheels. Also I was curious what size tire you are currantly running? They look like 33's.



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