Re: [Chevelle-list] Tires for 65 chevelle

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For the rear, if you have 8" wheels, you need a +12mm offset or 5" backspacing.  The -12mm offset is equivalent to 4" backspacing.   I have some 8" wheels with -6mm offset / 4 1/4" backspacing with 275-60r15 and they rub. As a matter of fact, I posted the known fitting backspaces on my website www.65ss.com   I found this on chevelles.com   Later Charles ------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out my 502 powered '65 Malibu Super Sport Project http://www.65ss.com ----- Original Message ----- From: Carlene & Roy To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2004 6:40 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Tires for 65 chevelle I'm restoring a 65 SS Malibu Convertible. I have changed the front brakes to disc but left the rear drums. I own a set of 15X8 rimes with a -11mm(?) offset but I don't know  if they will work without rubbing. I need to know that size tire rim and offset would look the best without a rub problem. Thanks for the help. Roy