Re: [Chevelle-list] Tire - Wheel Backspacing

[Clint Hooper]

I could be wrong,Matt,but I think those wheels have 4.25" backspace. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm ----- Original Message ----- From: Matthew Post What is the backspacing on a 15X8 steel corvette rally wheel?  I think I remember it being 4.5".  Right now, I think I'm running a 255 with just enough outer wheel well clearance that I can stick my hand in there.  Tons of inner well space though. At 10:58 AM 3/28/2006, Clint Hooper wrote: A 15x8 wheel with 4" backspace will not be centered in the wheelwell. Anything larger than a 235 tire will most likely rub. If the wheel had 4.5" backspace,you could easily run a 275 tire. Still want 4" backspace? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm