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Mar 21, 2006 | 12:35 AM

Corvette Charlie

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G70-15?

What is the equivalent of a G 70 15 (20570r15)? I'm looking for the largest tire that will fit in the spare tire carrier. I have 255 60 r15's on the car (73 coupe) and they wont fit. This tire probably will never be mounted on the car unless the unthinkable happens.

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Mar 21, 2006 | 01:29 AM

Corz

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I pulled a 225/70 out of my rear tub.. didnt have a rim with it, was just a tire

I think thats as big as you can go

Mar 21, 2006 | 01:41 AM

tfi racing

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How about one of those temporary spares on an aluminum rim that many GM's had?Very lightweight and should fit in the tub,just need to find one with close to same circumference as the tires you want to run.

Mar 21, 2006 | 07:11 AM

dgruenke

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The metric equivalent is 225/70R15.

Mar 21, 2006 | 08:11 AM

bashcraft

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dgruenke

The metric equivalent is 225/70R15.

This is what I'm running and they fit in the carrier.

Mar 21, 2006 | 08:29 AM

PRNDL

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If you drive with different size tires on the rear you can quickly ruin your positraction rear end.

Mar 21, 2006 | 09:30 AM

Jims79

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Corz

I pulled a 225/70 out of my rear tub.. didnt have a rim with it, was just a tire

I think thats as big as you can go

Keep in mind that on a rim w/air the tire will expand. I have a 225/60/15 mounted in my spare tub fits fine. The 225/70/15 may fit.
I would try it out before you buy a tire & rim