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Old 09-20-2008, 12:59 AM   #1
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corvette backspacing

hey guys, i'm building a new frame for my 71 longbed. im using an irs from a c4 vette. i believe the track width is 63.5", but im not positiive. i would like the run a 24x10" wheel on the back. has anyone done this yet and if they have, what are the specs of the wheel (backspace, offset). thank you very much and i look forward to viewing what you guys write.


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Old 09-20-2008, 07:17 AM   #2
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Re: corvette backspacing

On 88-96 Corvettes, they used 2 diffrent size wheels:
9.5" with 7.45" backspace.
11" with 7.41" backspace.

Anything more will put the tire bulge or the rim into the trailing arm/dog bone.
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Old 09-20-2008, 06:13 PM   #3
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Re: corvette backspacing

Great info Bob. Thanks for posting here.
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Great info Bob. Thanks for posting here.
No problem. Happy to help when I can.

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