[Chevelle-list] Tire sizes

[PLGChevelle65]

Hi everyone:  Most of us are probably using 60 series and 70 series size tires.  The radial redlines I want are made by Coker and come in the taller 75 series which also has less tread width.  Does anyone know what the largest is that will fit a 65 in front or will the taller tires give me clearance problems or what.  I'm currently running 235/60/15's all around with no problems up front and a little rub in the rear on good bumps with a later year 12 bolt.  I'll be getting new wheels with 1/2 in more backspace from the standard 4in.  I've been told that the 235/75/15 redlines may give me problems in front even though the tread is over 1/2 in less.  I could probably be safe and go with 205's on front and 225's on rear but I don't want to short my self.  the sales rep thinks the 235's may be OK on the rear.  He says they're not supposed to give technical advice.  I'm ready to spend a bunch of $$ and he's not allowed to give advice!!  Any other place to get radial redlines??   All comments and advice will be greatly appreciated.  BTW the wheels I like are the Weld Draglites.  I think they look good on a 65 and after 2 years of soul searching and dumping the rallyes, that's my decision.  Didn't have rallyes in 65 anyway.  Think out loud guys & girls and let me know something.  I've been on this list for a while and I know the answers are out there.   Thanks to all.

P.S. Prices go up 2/24 but are being held 1 more day  for me so I can consult.  Thanks. 

Phil G. 65 SS  MCC #36  ACES #555  TC #1766  VCCA  LGC