Correct tire size
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8th Gear
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Melbourne FL
Correct tire size
I just bought an extra set of rallye wheels for my 69 so I can mount radials for general driving around. They are the correct 15 x 8 with a 4" backspace from Eckler's. I was thinking of mounting 245-60R-15 tires on there but started to wonder if they would clear without mods to the car. I read before where someone mounted 255-60R-15 tires on a similar year car but can't remember if modifications were required. Anyone have any info on this so I don't screw up ? :confused:
Burning Brakes
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: Johnston Iowa
Re: Correct tire size (klasik69)
I'm running 255/65R-15's on my 69 with the stock rally's.
My entire suspension has been rebuilt and I don't have any problems with rubbing or clearance.
I think they look good and fill up the wheel well nicely.
I'm know other wheels and tires would be better for performance but I have always liked the way the Rally Wheels look so I stuck with them.
My entire suspension has been rebuilt and I don't have any problems with rubbing or clearance.
I think they look good and fill up the wheel well nicely.
I'm know other wheels and tires would be better for performance but I have always liked the way the Rally Wheels look so I stuck with them.
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Ontario
Re: Correct tire size (klasik69)
When I bought my car it had 245/60R15's on it. Didn't have any problems with rubbing.
For tire/wheel sizes check this out:
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
For tire/wheel sizes check this out:
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: Carmichael CA
Re: Correct tire size (klasik69)
What I did was find a good tire shop around town and purchased one tire from them, had them mount it, then I took it home and tried it on. Pay special attention to the rear parking brake cable bracket. I decided to grind the bracket down about 1/8" so I can run the 255/60-15's, but I suppose 245/60-15's would fit OK without grinding. I did take the tire back and had them mount a different tire, they did the exchange and remount for free...America's Tire Company did this for me. But, most national shops will do this for you.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2002
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From: Boulder Creek California
Re: Correct tire size (Rockn-Roll)
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I have never heard of anyone having problems with 255s fitting on the rear? Grinding's only needed for 275+ The front depends on the condition of your suspension, but in my case (with worn out 68k mile suspension) I only had very slight frame-rub when I was forcing the wheel against full-lock...and how often do you do that on the street? 245s are the safe way to go, if you're into that :D Good luck!
-Chris
I have never heard of anyone having problems with 255s fitting on the rear? Grinding's only needed for 275+ The front depends on the condition of your suspension, but in my case (with worn out 68k mile suspension) I only had very slight frame-rub when I was forcing the wheel against full-lock...and how often do you do that on the street? 245s are the safe way to go, if you're into that :D Good luck!
-Chris
