RE: [Chevelle-list] Survey on Wheels

[Brad Waller]

I was pretty surprised about the 6" that Chuck is running after seeing my car, but I can only report what he told me.  As for the rear, I can only estimate from the space I have with my 9.5" wheels.  I see a bit of room left, so I am sure a 10" wheel would be no problem, and perhaps an 11" with the right tires.  A 305 is only an inch or so bigger than my 275, and I think there is enough room for that.    Brad  From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Clint Hooper Sent: Monday, June 20, 2005 4:06 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Survey on Wheels Brad,the 6" backspace figure I quoted was for 68-72's. That's interesting that you can run a front 17x9.5 w/6" backspacing on a 67 with stock control arms,something I wasn't sure could be done. Nice to know a 66-67 can handle the same size front rolling stock as a 68-72. However,I've never seen or heard of a 66-67 running a 10" rear rim,much less an 11" wide hoop. The 66-67 rear fenderwells are definitely tighter than the 68-72's. 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: Brad Waller The max in front is close to 275.  I have 17x9.5 wheels with 5 7/8" backspace and 275/40/17 wheels all around.  You could probably be OK with 5 3/4" backspace and the same setup.  Note that I have the Global West Tubular Upper A-Arms and 11" F-body spindle and brakes.  Stock setups will be different.  Chuck Hanson told me he used 17x9.5" wheels with a 6" backspace on his stock suspended '67.   In the rear, I would be wary of 6" backspace, as not all cars are evenly put on the frame.  My driver side had some minor rub that I fixed with the BFH on the wheel well (trunk) to make room.  If you want max in the rear on a '66/'67, then you could try a 17x11" wheel with the proper sized tire.  There is definitely a bit more room in the rear to the outside for my setup.   You can see pictures here: http://epage.com/brad/Chevelle/v45/v45.html Note how close it is to the upper ball joint in front (the other side is closer!) http://epage.com/brad/Chevelle/v45/v45-Pages/Image12.html Left rear tire clearance to the Frame: http://epage.com/brad/Chevelle/v45/v45-Pages/Image25.html Left rear tire clearance to the body: http://epage.com/brad/Chevelle/v45/v45-Pages/Image16.html Left rear wheel well modifications: http://epage.com/brad/Chevelle/v45/v45-Pages/Image28.html Brad Waller ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) '66 Corvette | 327/dead | 4-speed   | Wilwood Brakes | 245/45/16 BFG R1 '67 Chevelle | ex-SS396 | 355/700R4 | F-Body Brakes  | 275/40/17 Kumho MX From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jack Thorpe How about the 66-67 models?    -------Original Message-------   From: Clint Hooper   On a 68-72,you can run a 15x10 rear wheel with 5.5-5.75" backspacing and 295/50/15 tire,,a common combination. 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: Matt Wettig I plan on using 15 inch wheels. ----- Original Message ----- From: Clint Hooper It would be easier to help if we knew what diameter wheels you want to use;15--20"? 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: Matt Wettig Hey guys,    I have a 70 SS I am putting together. I want to run the widest tires on the back I possibley can without making the car look silly. I am curious as to what size tires, wheels and backspacing everyone is running.                                                    Thanks Matt No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.7.8/22 - Release Date: 06/17/2005