1969 corvette
Jan 18, 2011 | 04:08 PM
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1969 corvette
What are and where can I find the widest rims I can install on my stock 69 BB without any modifications?
Jan 18, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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From: Eustis ( Area 51 Bat Cave ) Fl
This is something of a loaded question, I have 15x10 on the rear of my 69...they are fake centerlines and stick out ratfink style, others will fit too
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What are and where can I find the widest rims I can install on my stock 69 BB without any modifications?
Jan 18, 2011 | 04:27 PM
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Any problem with paint chipping?
Jan 18, 2011 | 04:34 PM
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the tires rub on bumps....I have ZL-1 flares for my car...mine isnt what you want on a stock rear....
Jan 18, 2011 | 05:51 PM
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What are and where can I find the widest rims I can install on my stock 69 BB without any modifications?
If you stay with 15 in wheels, 15x8 with a 255/60 works nice out back with no issues. 15x8 with either 235/60 or 245/60 work well out front.
Or you can go 245/60 on all 4 corners - thats whats on my '69 in this photo;
Good Luck, Ed
Jan 19, 2011 | 06:31 PM
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What are and where can I find the widest rims I can install on my stock 69 BB without any modifications?
69 with 18x10 rears - 5.25" BS I think, I can check if you would like. I also have offset trailing arms. The suspension is slightly lowered and yes they rub on hard hits.
Eric.
Jan 20, 2011 | 08:24 PM
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Wow, sharp looking ride. Thanks for the info.
