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Offline launchpad

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Best fit for 8" and 7" rims
« on: April 14, 2013, 09:52:11 pm »
I see there's a lot of discussion on tire size here.   My question is what would be the best tire size for me?   I have an 82, 2-wheel drive 6.2 Chevy that I'm getting ready to restore.   I purchased a set of staggered factory rally rims.   I want the widest tire for the rear 8" with out ballooning out, more straight up and down look.   Same with the front 7"s    Any pictures would be appreciated.   Thanks

Offline Fairlane514

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Re: Best fit for 8" and 7" rims
« Reply #1 on: April 14, 2013, 09:55:05 pm »
I have 255/60/15 on my 15x8 Corvette rally wheels and they look straight up and down. You could probably go a little wider on the 8 inch wheels , but the 255.60/15 on the 7 inch is probably the widest tire.

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Re: Best fit for 8" and 7" rims
« Reply #2 on: April 14, 2013, 10:42:41 pm »
By chance have a picture to share?

Offline SNWBLL

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Re: Best fit for 8" and 7" rims
« Reply #3 on: April 15, 2013, 09:41:45 am »
For comparison, the front is 255/70-15 and rear is 315/70-15.
Both are 8" wheels.
Mike
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