[FC] Wheels

[Mike Clark]

Thanks Bryan, that is quite a comprehensive page.  Yes what I meant by 
standard size was what would be close to stock but on a 15" rim.  Looks like 
I can fit pretty much anything under there.

And thanks everyone for responding.  I'm looking to sell the Rampside and I 
want to keep the rallys that are on it, which is what prompted the question 
as to what to look for.  All my FC wheels are far too rusty to use.

Everyone have a great day.  It looks like the nice weather is here to stay 
in Atlanta.  'Bout time.


Mike




> On Apr 16, 2008, at 9:55 AM, Mike Clark wrote:
>> Good morning group.  Question about wheels.  I've heard that
>> regular 14" wheels won't fit a Corvair FC due to some interferance
>> with the tie rods.  Is this true?  Seems like an odd problem but
>> I've never gotten down to look.
>>
> Yes, the stock wheels are very close to the tie rods.
>
>> I have 15" rallys on my Rampside now, but need to take them off,
>> should I just go back with another 15" rim or can I use a different
>> 14" ?  Will I have problems with tires rubbing if I use 15" rims
>> and standard size tires?  The tires I have now are low profile
>> (which look pretty good and ride nice) .
>
> Given tire availability, I'd stay with 15s anyway.  When you say
> "standard size" I'm guessing you mean something close to the stock
> width and height?  If that's the case then they will certainly fit -
> all you've changed is the wheel diameter.  This, BTW, is standard
> "plus" sizing.  For example, the stock 7.00-14 is approximately a
> 205/80-14.  If you go to a 205/70-15, it'll be about the same overall
> size.  FCs will easily clear a 225 width tire, so you have some
> leeway in case you want a slightly different size tire.
>
> For more info, see this page:
>
> http://autoxer.skiblack.com/tires.html
>
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