What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels
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What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels
Could somebody please tell me the proper backspace for rallye wheels on my 73 vette. Also, what is the biggest tire wheel combo I could fit on it.
Thanks,
Steve
[Modified by Ttypeterror, 8:13 AM 11/20/2003]
Thanks,
Steve
[Modified by Ttypeterror, 8:13 AM 11/20/2003]
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Re: What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels (Ttypeterror)
Pretty sure its 4" backspace on 8" x 15" wheels. Original tires were GR70X15 which is approx 27" diameter. A close match to those tires is 215/70R15.
Here is a good tire/wheel size calculator http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Also try a forum search, there are lots of posts on this subject. You'll prolly find what you need after much sifting. :cheers:
Here is a good tire/wheel size calculator http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Also try a forum search, there are lots of posts on this subject. You'll prolly find what you need after much sifting. :cheers:
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Re: What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels (Boofers)
4 inch backspacing :yesnod: :yesnod:
I'm running a 28.1 inch tall tire in front on my track setup...
The widest tire that fits without rubbing in front is the 255/60R15.. The largest tire in the rear is a 275/60R15.. which may rub a little bit against the e-brake cable... The e-brake bracked can be relocated to avoid that problem...
[Modified by GrandSportC3, 9:23 AM 11/20/2003]
I'm running a 28.1 inch tall tire in front on my track setup...
The widest tire that fits without rubbing in front is the 255/60R15.. The largest tire in the rear is a 275/60R15.. which may rub a little bit against the e-brake cable... The e-brake bracked can be relocated to avoid that problem...
[Modified by GrandSportC3, 9:23 AM 11/20/2003]
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Re: What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels (GrandSportC3)
4". Was measuring things behind the front and rear wheels to see how much clearance was between the rim and calipers. NOT MUCH!
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Re: What is backset on Corvette rallye wheels (GrandSportC3)
4 inch backspacing :yesnod: :yesnod:
I'm running a 28.1 inch tall tire in front on my track setup...
The widest tire that fits without rubbing in front is the 255/60R15.. The largest tire in the rear is a 275/60R15.. which may rub a little bit against the e-brake cable... The e-brake bracked can be relocated to avoid that problem...
I'm running a 28.1 inch tall tire in front on my track setup...
The widest tire that fits without rubbing in front is the 255/60R15.. The largest tire in the rear is a 275/60R15.. which may rub a little bit against the e-brake cable... The e-brake bracked can be relocated to avoid that problem...
