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Who has 17s on their 69-70?

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Old 03-01-2009, 09:26 AM
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Good catch Norm. It was the best tool I found on the web though.
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Old 03-10-2009, 04:35 PM
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I've seen that you can fit 17x9.5 rims with 275/40 tires on the rear from various sources. Anybody here running that or close to it?
I am...here is the latest update if anyone is interested.
I picked up (4) 2003 Mach1 rims for $250 in great shape, which are 17x8.
The offset required longer studs and 5/16" spacers in the rear, but 275/40s fit no problem. I could probably go to 285s, but there are fewer of those to choose from.
In the front, 1.25" bolt on adapters allow 245/45s with no issues.
Total cost was about $350 for the rims, tires of course are extra, but I needed new ones anyway.
BTW, 9.5" rims would fit the rear easy, but maybe not the front.
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Epilogue; Finally got all four tires with 235/45s front, 275/40s rear, BFG G-Sports. The new fronts have made a huge diff in ride quality. Both previous tire brands tramelled a lot (followed trucker's grooves).
Overall, this project has been worth it from both a performance and appearance point of view.
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