<VV> Re: [FC] FC Tire Sizes

Bryan Blackwell bryan@skiblack.com
Wed, 22 Dec 2004 08:59:39 -0500


We currently have 215/70-14 on the front, 225/70-14 rear on our GB, 
mounted on standard 14x6 Chevy wheels.  I don't know the exact 
backspace of the wheels, but it's between 3 1/2 and 4 inches, they 
*just* clear the tie rods up front.  Rear tires are a little close, but 
no rubbing.
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Bryan Blackwell bryan@skiblack.com
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   Corvairs: '61 Lakewood, '64 Greenbrier, '65 Corsa, '66 Corsa
   '69 Road Runner, '97 Ford F-150, '99 Neon R/T
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On Dec 22, 2004, at 1:11 AM, Mikeamauro@aol.com wrote:

> Currently using 205/70/14s. Looking for a taller tire, with perhaps a 
> little
> higher load rating. Would be interested in hearing opinions on: 
> 215/70/14 &
> 215/75/14...will these sizes fit? Has anyone had specific experience 
> with the 75
> ratio size?
> Thanks in advance...
> Mike Mauro
> 64 Greenbrier