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Old 02-12-2009, 08:01 PM
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I have a set of 17 inch torqlite wheels
front:17x7 4" backspacing
rear: 17x8 4 1/2" backspacing

What size tires will fit on my C2 ????
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225/50
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Originally Posted by Kensmith
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245/45/17 all 4 corners


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I guess they all must be different. I could only fit 215's on the front and 225's on the back. My car is a little lower than normal though.
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Here is a lot of wheel tires to look at ==> Click Here

Here's what I'm running

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Originally Posted by Black_Magic
Here is a lot of wheel tires to look at ==> Click Here

Here's what I'm running

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Me too:

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Thanks guys. I think I'm gonna go with the 225/50-17s
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You can go to www.rims-n-tires.com for a great tool in calculating rim, tire and backspace.

I chose 245/45/17, 8" wheels
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Originally Posted by vettegozzzz
You can go to www.rims-n-tires.com for a great tool in calculating rim, tire and backspace.

I chose 245/45/17, 8" wheels
You got your wheels on. They look great! How about a full side view.
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Hi Tom, sent pm
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Hi if someone could help me for my 64 corvette wheels from Billet Specialties 17x7 tires size in front 215/60r17 rear 235/55r17 what backspace do I need front and back help ...Ron

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