1967 C20 with 275/60-17's on all four... Will they fit? What BS is needed to fit? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Penix · 04-22-2009, 08:38 PM

First of all, will these even fit in all four corners? Second, what back spacing would I need to bring the rubber right to the edge of the fender?

I want to keep all four wheels/tires the same size so I can easily cross rotate them.

This truck is almost 100% stock as it sits right now, but I'm sure as hell not leave'n it that way

I'd like to lower it eventually, but wheel/tire size is more important at this point since the ones that are on it REALLY need to be replaced.

Was considering a 5 on 5 swap but now I'm kind of think'n bout stick'n with the 8 on 6.5, who knows which way I'll end up go'n LOL

Take care guys! Thanks in advance!

- Joel

morgan71 · 04-22-2009, 10:18 PM

If you have plans of lowering I would go with a 255 60 17. The 275 60 will be a little taller which will give you problems up front. I think that tire is about 31 tall. I had a set of General Grabber 255 60 17 on my truck they looked great. I believe my wheels where 8 wide with 4 backspace. Sold the truck so I cant measure for you.

Penix · 04-23-2009, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by morgan71

If you have plans of lowering I would go with a 255 60 17. The 275 60 will be a little taller which will give you problems up front. I think that tire is about 31 tall. I had a set of General Grabber 255 60 17 on my truck they looked great. I believe my wheels where 8 wide with 4 backspace. Sold the truck so I cant measure for you.

275/60-17 = 29.99" x 10.83"

255/60-17 = 29.05" x 10.04"

So the 275's are an inch taller and about 3/4" wider...

I was thinking about lowering it 2/3, but not if it's gonna make me go with smaller tires, these trucks look GREAT with taller tires!

What about 31" x 10.5"? Haha I know it's 2WD but I like bigger tires, I can't help it!

drumdoc · 08-15-2009, 12:59 AM

I know im late on this one but just joined. I have a custom camper 20, 2 wheel drive and have 31x10.50x16.5 on it BFG radial TA All Terrains. No Problem with these on the truck. I need new tires and wanted something wider with a lower profile, more street looking. I have struggled for months trying to find wheels and tires. If it were a c10 1/2 ton no prob. If I go to a 16 or 17 the max tire width will be less than i have now. If I go to a 20" Then I can get a short but wider 10 ply tire at almost $300.00 ea. Needless to say im still looking.

04-22-2009, 08:38 PM	#1
Penix Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Concord, California Posts: 27	1967 C20 with 275/60-17's on all four... Will they fit? What BS is needed to fit? First of all, will these even fit in all four corners? Second, what back spacing would I need to bring the rubber right to the edge of the fender? I want to keep all four wheels/tires the same size so I can easily cross rotate them. This truck is almost 100% stock as it sits right now, but I'm sure as hell not leave'n it that way I'd like to lower it eventually, but wheel/tire size is more important at this point since the ones that are on it REALLY need to be replaced. Was considering a 5 on 5 swap but now I'm kind of think'n bout stick'n with the 8 on 6.5, who knows which way I'll end up go'n LOL Take care guys! Thanks in advance! - Joel __________________ "Don't get on it if you can't stay in it" "How do you call yourself a man when you're ride'n a pony?"

04-22-2009, 10:18 PM	#2
morgan71 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Perry OK Posts: 121	Re: 1967 C20 with 275/60-17's on all four... Will they fit? What BS is needed to fit? If you have plans of lowering I would go with a 255 60 17. The 275 60 will be a little taller which will give you problems up front. I think that tire is about 31 tall. I had a set of General Grabber 255 60 17 on my truck they looked great. I believe my wheels where 8 wide with 4 backspace. Sold the truck so I cant measure for you.

08-15-2009, 12:59 AM	#4
drumdoc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 5	Re: 1967 C20 with 275/60-17's on all four... Will they fit? What BS is needed to fit? I know im late on this one but just joined. I have a custom camper 20, 2 wheel drive and have 31x10.50x16.5 on it BFG radial TA All Terrains. No Problem with these on the truck. I need new tires and wanted something wider with a lower profile, more street looking. I have struggled for months trying to find wheels and tires. If it were a c10 1/2 ton no prob. If I go to a 16 or 17 the max tire width will be less than i have now. If I go to a 20" Then I can get a short but wider 10 ply tire at almost $300.00 ea. Needless to say im still looking.



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