Looking for 15x10 Wheels
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Looking for 15x10 Wheels
UPDATE: This is a 2 year old thread people. Someone brought it back from the grave and I replied to their questions.
Need help finding any wheels that come in 15x10 that fit our car.
I really wanted the American Racing TT IIs but I guess the 15x10s don't come in the backspacing that we need.
What are my other options? I couldn't find anything on wheelsforless, tirerack, or discount tire.
Need help finding any wheels that come in 15x10 that fit our car.
I really wanted the American Racing TT IIs but I guess the 15x10s don't come in the backspacing that we need.
What are my other options? I couldn't find anything on wheelsforless, tirerack, or discount tire.
Last edited by Birdman; Nov 16, 2012 at 10:09 AM.
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Need help finding any wheels that come in 15x10 that fit our car.
I really wanted the American Racing TT IIs but I guess the 15x10s don't come in the backspacing that we need.
What are my other options? I couldn't find anything on wheelsforless, tirerack, or discount tire.
I really wanted the American Racing TT IIs but I guess the 15x10s don't come in the backspacing that we need.
What are my other options? I couldn't find anything on wheelsforless, tirerack, or discount tire.
15X10 to fit under a factory fender or a fender flare?
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Wait, I found some American Racings that might fit, however I'm torn between these three options due to conflicting opinions, spread over many forums:
15x10 4.50" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARE-405516145/
15x10 4.25" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.00" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.50" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARE-405516145/
15x10 4.25" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.00" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
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Wait, I found some American Racings that might fit, however I'm torn between these three options due to conflicting opinions, spread over many forums:
15x10 4.50" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARE-405516145/
15x10 4.25" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.00" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.50" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARE-405516145/
15x10 4.25" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
15x10 4.00" BS
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...n/?prefilter=1
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Interesting..
So it seems that anything less than 5" will rub on the fender...but more than 4.50" will interfere with the trailing arms/calipers/e-brake/springs..?
I've been talking to another one of our members who does have 2" flares..but had to use a 7/16 spacer with his 4.50" backspacing...and still had to do a little grinding.
So it seems that anything less than 5" will rub on the fender...but more than 4.50" will interfere with the trailing arms/calipers/e-brake/springs..?
I've been talking to another one of our members who does have 2" flares..but had to use a 7/16 spacer with his 4.50" backspacing...and still had to do a little grinding.
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Interesting..
So it seems that anything less than 5" will rub on the fender...but more than 4.50" will interfere with the trailing arms/calipers/e-brake/springs..?
I've been talking to another one of our members who does have 2" flares..but had to use a 7/16 spacer with his 4.50" backspacing...and still had to do a little grinding.
So it seems that anything less than 5" will rub on the fender...but more than 4.50" will interfere with the trailing arms/calipers/e-brake/springs..?
I've been talking to another one of our members who does have 2" flares..but had to use a 7/16 spacer with his 4.50" backspacing...and still had to do a little grinding.
What tire are you planning to run? If 275-60, you can get by with an 8" wide rim. 295-50 or 325-50 need something wider (not my favorite width/height ratios). Search the forum - I have responded to this question 4-5 times and have previously posted pictures of my old set-up.
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I used to have 15 x 10 Convo Pros with 5" BS on my '74. Anything less than 5" BS will stick out beyond the lip of the fender - the "bulge" of the tire still stuck out a little on mine You can always add flares. . . You will need to relocate the emergency brake and shorten the spring (my composite spring was shortened 3/4" on each side) in order to fit 5" BS.
What tire are you planning to run? If 275-60, you can get by with an 8" wide rim. 295-50 or 325-50 need something wider (not my favorite width/height ratios). Search the forum - I have responded to this question 4-5 times and have previously posted pictures of my old set-up.
What tire are you planning to run? If 275-60, you can get by with an 8" wide rim. 295-50 or 325-50 need something wider (not my favorite width/height ratios). Search the forum - I have responded to this question 4-5 times and have previously posted pictures of my old set-up.
I will be running a Nitto nt555r extreme drag radial: 275x60x15. So I can use an 8" wide rim with it? It won't look weird? If so, then that's great, it will solve a lot of my backspacing issues. So what backspacing would I need with an 8" wide rim? And if I use an 8" wide rim, then I won't need to relocate the e-brake or shave the springs? I'd rather not have to do either..
:EDIT: Also, what about an 8.5 or 9" wide rear wheel? Still fitment issues? What backspacing for either one so that I don't have to modify the suspension/brakes?
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4" is about the msot you can go with stock parts
My experience has been, that 4.00" backspacing is the most you can have without working on the spring and e-brake.
With Boss 18" x 9.5" wheels with a 5" backspacing and 275/40/18 tires, we had to relocate the e-brake mounts on the trailing arms and cut new mounting holes in the steel spring and cut off the ends with the plasma cutter. The tire and wheel fits under the lip fine on the '82.
With Boss 18" x 9.5" wheels with a 5" backspacing and 275/40/18 tires, we had to relocate the e-brake mounts on the trailing arms and cut new mounting holes in the steel spring and cut off the ends with the plasma cutter. The tire and wheel fits under the lip fine on the '82.
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At a minimum I'd urge a 9x15, 4.5" BS with a 275/60R15 rears. They'll mount on 8's, but IMHO will look and drive like balloons. JMO
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I am running a 30" tire on my car now (can mount a 295-65 drag radial) - but it is for straight line purpose only!
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For 4.5" BS, you'd need to move the e-brake bracket (not that big of a deal) and might well have to shorten the main leaf, but I can't say from my own experience about the spring as I've had a narrowed one on my '78 for over 20 years. There have been a number of 8.5x15's with 4" BS available over the years if you just want to bolt something on and go, which would be at least a bit better than 8's.
I've seen a number of guys who have successfully mounted 15x10's with 5" BS, but it's hard to see how that works without the tires striking the fender lip. But, apparently it does...
Sorry gotorbcn, just doesn't suit my tastes. To each his own.
I've seen a number of guys who have successfully mounted 15x10's with 5" BS, but it's hard to see how that works without the tires striking the fender lip. But, apparently it does...
Sorry gotorbcn, just doesn't suit my tastes. To each his own.
Last edited by TheSkunkWorks; Aug 6, 2010 at 03:19 PM.
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Thanks for the response!
I will be running a Nitto nt555r extreme drag radial: 275x60x15. So I can use an 8" wide rim with it? It won't look weird? If so, then that's great, it will solve a lot of my backspacing issues. So what backspacing would I need with an 8" wide rim? And if I use an 8" wide rim, then I won't need to relocate the e-brake or shave the springs? I'd rather not have to do either..
:EDIT: Also, what about an 8.5 or 9" wide rear wheel? Still fitment issues? What backspacing for either one so that I don't have to modify the suspension/brakes?
I will be running a Nitto nt555r extreme drag radial: 275x60x15. So I can use an 8" wide rim with it? It won't look weird? If so, then that's great, it will solve a lot of my backspacing issues. So what backspacing would I need with an 8" wide rim? And if I use an 8" wide rim, then I won't need to relocate the e-brake or shave the springs? I'd rather not have to do either..
:EDIT: Also, what about an 8.5 or 9" wide rear wheel? Still fitment issues? What backspacing for either one so that I don't have to modify the suspension/brakes?
Last edited by gatorbcn; Aug 6, 2010 at 03:30 PM.
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For 4.5" BS, you'd need to move the e-brake bracket (not that big of a deal) and might well have to shorten the main leaf, but I can't say from my own experience about the spring as I've had a narrowed one on my '78 for over 20 years. There have been a number of 8.5x15's with 4" BS available over the years if you just want to bolt something on and go, which would be at least a bit better than 8's.
I've seen a number of guys who have successfully mounted 15x10's with 5" BS, but it's hard to see how that works without the tires striking the fender lip. But, apparently it does...
Sorry gotorbcn, just doesn't suit my tastes. To each his own.
I've seen a number of guys who have successfully mounted 15x10's with 5" BS, but it's hard to see how that works without the tires striking the fender lip. But, apparently it does...
Sorry gotorbcn, just doesn't suit my tastes. To each his own.
No problem. Someday I would actually like to have my old school look to take tothe strip and another 17"/18" combo for a change of pace. I like them both!
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Yes, 5.5" backspace is ideal - not a lot of them out there without ordering custom. That's what I did for my Centerline Telstars that I run on the back now (5 3/4" BS - had to rework the frame for that!).
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Well, I appreciate all the advice guys!
I guess I will have to choose a 15x8 wheel...since it is the lesser evil among adding flares, cutting/grinding/altering components, and having a balloonish tire. I just hope it doesn't get too bouncy on the road, as this is a primarily DD vehicle, but with trips to the strip for some light racing.
I guess I will have to choose a 15x8 wheel...since it is the lesser evil among adding flares, cutting/grinding/altering components, and having a balloonish tire. I just hope it doesn't get too bouncy on the road, as this is a primarily DD vehicle, but with trips to the strip for some light racing.
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