Torq Thrust II definitive guide
Pro
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Florida
OK, just want to clarify w/ the 15", since not many posted on them...
If going w/ the 15", will the TTII's fit or is the "D" style needed for the shape of the spoke (aren't they both curved?)
What wheel width (and backspace) is recommended for my 235/70/15 Front and 275/60/15 Rear tires (both creeping-up on 28" diameter)? These tires still have PLENTY of meat on them, so hate to trash them, plus I like the full wheel well look.
* I have the VBP fiberglass monoleaf spring and e-brake brackets have been removed...'76
Thanks for the clarifications / recommendations!
If going w/ the 15", will the TTII's fit or is the "D" style needed for the shape of the spoke (aren't they both curved?)
What wheel width (and backspace) is recommended for my 235/70/15 Front and 275/60/15 Rear tires (both creeping-up on 28" diameter)? These tires still have PLENTY of meat on them, so hate to trash them, plus I like the full wheel well look.
* I have the VBP fiberglass monoleaf spring and e-brake brackets have been removed...'76
Thanks for the clarifications / recommendations!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 3,050
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From: Fairport NY
Originally Posted by cosmicvette
Anyone else with 17" front and 18" rear TTII's that could post a pic?
I am thinking about going 17x8's front and 18x8's rear although I swore I definately would not when I started looking but I figure if I can cram some 255/45R18's under the rear and 245/45R17's up front there will still be a bit of sidewall and a decent rolling diameter, the rear will actually be a perfect 27.0", same as original, the front 25.7" a little smaller than the 26" I was hoping for but the 550 front springs will hopefully lower it a bit in front to compensate......
Cosmic
I am thinking about going 17x8's front and 18x8's rear although I swore I definately would not when I started looking but I figure if I can cram some 255/45R18's under the rear and 245/45R17's up front there will still be a bit of sidewall and a decent rolling diameter, the rear will actually be a perfect 27.0", same as original, the front 25.7" a little smaller than the 26" I was hoping for but the 550 front springs will hopefully lower it a bit in front to compensate......
Cosmic
2nd Gear
Joined: Mar 2014
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From: Santa Clarita CAILFORNIA
79m17in rims
I just bought 17x8 Hopsters w 255/50/17 Riken tires!The front rub on the rear in the finder well when full lock L/R! A 215/50/17 clear , but really like the wide tire,plus a 215 is shorter, Im hoping to cut it back and not cause damage or cause it to crack?? Hope this may help?? Any thoughts on cutting in side back ?? Thank you!!
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: NYC NY
I just bought 17x8 Hopsters w 255/50/17 Riken tires!The front rub on the rear in the finder well when full lock L/R! A 215/50/17 clear , but really like the wide tire,plus a 215 is shorter, Im hoping to cut it back and not cause damage or cause it to crack?? Hope this may help?? Any thoughts on cutting in side back ?? Thank you!!
