F70-15 Alternative
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F70-15 Alternative
The '68's came with F70-15's 7 inch wide wheels as most on the C3 forum are aware, actually mine originally had Uniroyals, white stripe.
Trying to fit a spare in the carrier, in case the Corvette is actually need to be used as a short term driver and the question is what is the modern day alternative to the ancient F70,? 205-70X15?
Also noticed that the later 8 inch wheels will not fit in the carrier, so I guess the '69 up were deeper.
Thanks for any responses.
Trying to fit a spare in the carrier, in case the Corvette is actually need to be used as a short term driver and the question is what is the modern day alternative to the ancient F70,? 205-70X15?
Also noticed that the later 8 inch wheels will not fit in the carrier, so I guess the '69 up were deeper.
Thanks for any responses.
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You should be able to adjust the depth of the spare tire tub by lower the two mounting bolts in the rear (front of car) that form the pivot for lowering the tub, allowing the use of an 8 inch wheel.
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.....to me, IMHO, the 215/70 is the perfect replacement size. The 225s on the '68-'72 are a little too large, not much, but they are. I even measured original F70 tires and the closest size is the 215/70.
...the 225s are a better replacement sizewise for the GR70-15 tires found on '73-'77 Corvettes.
...the 225s are a better replacement sizewise for the GR70-15 tires found on '73-'77 Corvettes.
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Thanks for the responses.
215-70X15 is most likely the replacement size for the old F70's.
It was a while ago, but it seemed like no dice trying to fit just an unmounted 15X8 back in place in the carrier. I'll check it out again. As I recall, the pivoting bolts toward the front have a short threaded length, but maybe only need a washer on each side to get the clearance.
215-70X15 is most likely the replacement size for the old F70's.
It was a while ago, but it seemed like no dice trying to fit just an unmounted 15X8 back in place in the carrier. I'll check it out again. As I recall, the pivoting bolts toward the front have a short threaded length, but maybe only need a washer on each side to get the clearance.
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The tire tub is adjustable on 'depth' with the two inboard bolts being backed out as needed, and the locknut run up to lock them in place.
Most C3 folks find that the R60 series radial tires handle better and look better than the R70 series. A '68 can handle up to 235 width without having any front tire rubbing issues. Some can handle more, but it's a 'crap shoot' with more than a 235 tire on the front. I would also suggest 8" wide rims, unless you are going the NCRS judging route.
Most C3 folks find that the R60 series radial tires handle better and look better than the R70 series. A '68 can handle up to 235 width without having any front tire rubbing issues. Some can handle more, but it's a 'crap shoot' with more than a 235 tire on the front. I would also suggest 8" wide rims, unless you are going the NCRS judging route.
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There's actually, 235-60's up front and 275-60's out back BFG/TA's on 8 inch. This '68 has not been stock since the first pair of Hooker side mounts were installed back in '72. I think before the radials, there were bias belted G60's front and J60's rear.
Justed wanted some thing in-place as a spare, as the regular driver is going off the road, and may need to press this hobby car as a back-up.
Thanks
Justed wanted some thing in-place as a spare, as the regular driver is going off the road, and may need to press this hobby car as a back-up.
Thanks
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