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SCOTI · 12-21-2008, 12:54 AM

For the guys that have a bit more rubber than stock, what are you running?
What did it take to get things to fit?

Everyone else . . .... what are you running?

protrash64 · 12-21-2008, 01:37 PM

I sectioned my tubs and added about 3" width to them.......a 275 isnt huge, but it was mostly due to rim offset. My wheels are for 88-98 3/4 ton 6-lug. The spacing is perfect for the front but slightly deep for the rear. I also have no bed floor so it was very easy to do. You can see it in this pic.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-21-2008, 09:00 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=309541

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=309438

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2955551

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=315664

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313799

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=317967&page=2

SCOTI · 12-21-2008, 09:10 PM

For some reason I can't see the pics from those links.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-21-2008, 10:01 PM

Yea,
I am using my Blackberry and it doesn't wanna post pics or links. So let me try this:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317425

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=319716

You will see my yellow beast on here. Check out my bed.

SCOTI · 12-21-2008, 10:13 PM

I did a similar thing w/my RestoRod back in the day. 31x18.5 Mickey T's on custom back-spaced 15x14 steelies. Stock frame (minus the bumpstops) w/trailing arms.

This truck won't get much more tire than a 255/70 or 275/60-15 but I seem to remember these tubs as being a tight fit. I don't have a truck to measure accurately so figured it would still be beneficial to gather intel.

**Captainfab** · 12-22-2008, 01:01 AM

On my '66 Burb I'm running 275/60-15's on 8.25 rallys. Just had to massage the outter lip a little. I'm not sure how a Burb compares to a pickup for tire fitment, but I think they're pretty close.

SCOTI · 12-22-2008, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

On my '66 Burb I'm running 275/60-15's on 8.25 rallys. Just had to massage the outter lip a little. I'm not sure how a Burb compares to a pickup for tire fitment, but I think they're pretty close.

Do you remember the back spacing for those 8's?

**Captainfab** · 12-22-2008, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Do you remember the back spacing for those 8's?

I can check on them tomorrow and let you know.

SCOTI · 12-22-2008, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

I can check on them tomorrow and let you know.

I did a set of steelies for a buddy years ago on his 65 & IIRC they were 15x8's w/4"bs. I just want to make sure that's a common measure.

olsofti · 12-22-2008, 03:04 PM

'64 stepside with a 4" drop 295 50 15's on a 15x10 rally with centered 5" backspace.I rolled the outside lip of the fender up about 1/2 inch.They rub just barely on the inside in a hard turn.With a stock suspension the fenders would be high enough they wouldn't rub unless it was loaded down.

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SCOTI · 12-22-2008, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by olsofti

'64 stepside with a 4" drop 295 50 15's on a 15x10 rally with centered 5" backspace.I rolled the outside lip of the fender up about 1/2 inch.They rub just barely on the inside in a hard turn.With a stock suspension the fenders would be high enough they wouldn't rub unless it was loaded down.

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Good lookin' truck. This 64 I'm getting info for will be dropped so 10's would require mini-tubs.

**Captainfab** · 12-24-2008, 01:41 AM

SCOTI, sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday.....been busy dealing with snow.

The 15 x 8.25, 6 hole rally's on my '66 Burb have a 3.75" backspacing.

vin63 · 12-24-2008, 10:09 AM

Here's what I did. I'm running an 18-inch (section width) wide tire.

SCOTI · 12-24-2008, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vin63

Here's what I did. I'm running an 18-inch (section width) wide tire.

Are those the Hoosier Pro-Street radials? How do you like them?

I was considering the 29x12.5 because it seems to be a difficult task locating 15" rubber that's 29" height & fits a 10" wheel. Closest thing so far is the 275-60-15 @ 28" tall & about 18.8" wide @ the contact patch.

We might just stick w/15x8's for the rear ("KISs"..... keep it simple) & run some 255-70's. Another option @ a slightly higher expense was the 285-60-16 @ 29.5" on a 16x9.5.

vin63 · 12-24-2008, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Are those the Hoosier Pro-Street radials? How do you like them?

I was considering the 29x12.5 because it seems to be a difficult task locating 15" rubber that's 29" height & fits a 10" wheel. Closest thing so far is the 275-60-15 @ 28" tall & about 18.8" wide @ the contact patch.

We might just stick w/15x8's for the rear ("KISs"..... keep it simple) & run some 255-70's. Another option @ a slightly higher expense was the 285-60-16 @ 29.5" on a 16x9.5.

They're a really nice and comfy tire...unfortunately, Hoosier no longer makes them in the 31x16.5-16 (I run a vintage set of 16x12 Ansens). So, I run a set of Mickey Thompson ET Street radials in a 315/65R15 on an extra set of Ansen 15x10 wheels during the summer to try and save the Hoosiers since I don't drive too much during the winter.

DaddyMack · 12-24-2008, 07:41 PM

On my 62 I run 255/45-18 all the way around without touching a thing...

First66 · 05-28-2011, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by olsofti

'64 stepside with a 4" drop 295 50 15's on a 15x10 rally with centered 5" backspace.I rolled the outside lip of the fender up about 1/2 inch.They rub just barely on the inside in a hard turn.With a stock suspension the fenders would be high enough they wouldn't rub unless it was loaded down.

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This is exactly the info I've been searching for! What are you running up front? the same setup?

Would you Please post some pics from the rear of your truck as to see the rear tire meat. This is the exact stance Im going for but I might drop a little more from the front.

First66 · 05-28-2011, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Are those the Hoosier Pro-Street radials? How do you like them?

I was considering the 29x12.5 because it seems to be a difficult task locating 15" rubber that's 29" height & fits a 10" wheel. Closest thing so far is the 275-60-15 @ 28" tall & about 18.8" wide @ the contact patch.

We might just stick w/15x8's for the rear ("KISs"..... keep it simple) & run some 255-70's. Another option @ a slightly higher expense was the 285-60-16 @ 29.5" on a 16x9.5.

What'd you end up going with? I'd love to see pics of the rear of the truck showing tire meat.

SCOTI · 05-28-2011, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by First66

What'd you end up going with? I'd love to see pics of the rear of the truck showing tire meat.

285-60-16's on 16x10 steelies for now. I've been planning for some vintage style 'mags' but the back-spacing 'is what it is' which ultimately requires some narrowing on the rear end.

hardwaa · 05-28-2011, 07:13 PM

LOOKS great!

Love the deep rear wheels, 16inch, Argent silver?, great choice on hubcaps.

GOOD JOB!!!!!

olsofti · 05-28-2011, 09:56 PM

I'm running 245 60 15s on the front,they have the same height as the rears.10" wheels on back 8" up front.I don't have any pics of the rear on this computer,but here's a video that shows them a little.I have a few more of the truck on my youtube channel.

YouTube - ‪1964...

12-21-2008, 12:54 AM	#1
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,082	Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs For the guys that have a bit more rubber than stock, what are you running? What did it take to get things to fit? Everyone else . . .... what are you running? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-21-2008, 01:37 PM	#2
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs I sectioned my tubs and added about 3" width to them.......a 275 isnt huge, but it was mostly due to rim offset. My wheels are for 88-98 3/4 ton 6-lug. The spacing is perfect for the front but slightly deep for the rear. I also have no bed floor so it was very easy to do. You can see it in this pic. Attached Images __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

12-21-2008, 09:00 PM	#3
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12-21-2008, 09:10 PM	#4
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,082	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs For some reason I can't see the pics from those links. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-21-2008, 10:01 PM	#5
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs Yea, I am using my Blackberry and it doesn't wanna post pics or links. So let me try this: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317425 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=319716 You will see my yellow beast on here. Check out my bed. __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 12-21-2008 at 10:09 PM.

12-21-2008, 10:13 PM	#6
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,082	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs I did a similar thing w/my RestoRod back in the day. 31x18.5 Mickey T's on custom back-spaced 15x14 steelies. Stock frame (minus the bumpstops) w/trailing arms. This truck won't get much more tire than a 255/70 or 275/60-15 but I seem to remember these tubs as being a tight fit. I don't have a truck to measure accurately so figured it would still be beneficial to gather intel. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-22-2008, 01:01 AM	#7
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs On my '66 Burb I'm running 275/60-15's on 8.25 rallys. Just had to massage the outter lip a little. I'm not sure how a Burb compares to a pickup for tire fitment, but I think they're pretty close. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

12-22-2008, 03:04 PM	#11
olsofti Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cypress Inn.Tn Posts: 135	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs '64 stepside with a 4" drop 295 50 15's on a 15x10 rally with centered 5" backspace.I rolled the outside lip of the fender up about 1/2 inch.They rub just barely on the inside in a hard turn.With a stock suspension the fenders would be high enough they wouldn't rub unless it was loaded down.

12-24-2008, 01:41 AM	#13
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs SCOTI, sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday.....been busy dealing with snow. The 15 x 8.25, 6 hole rally's on my '66 Burb have a 3.75" backspacing. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

12-24-2008, 10:09 AM	#14
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs Here's what I did. I'm running an 18-inch (section width) wide tire. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

12-24-2008, 07:41 PM	#17
DaddyMack Wide Eyed User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 261	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs On my 62 I run 255/45-18 all the way around without touching a thing... __________________ 1962 Chevy P/U SB Fleetside 350/350 2.5/5 static drop My Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=294723 Final (as final can be ) Pics: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393441

05-28-2011, 07:13 PM	#21
hardwaa Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: gilbert, az Posts: 833	Re: Back Tires/Wheels & Stock Tubs LOOKS great! Love the deep rear wheels, 16inch, Argent silver?, great choice on hubcaps.GOOD JOB!!!!! __________________ I LOVE BURNOUTS:metal NO BOZO's



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