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Old 04-27-2005, 10:57 AM
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Default 69 max tire size?

Hi guys im noob here and wanted to know what is the max tire size (width) you can run on a 69 camaro without mini-tubbing it? Im picking up my first 69 camaro (dream car) and am trying to put together as much info as possible before starting anything. Thanks in advance
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Old 04-27-2005, 11:07 AM
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275 is about as wide as you can go on 9.5 rim...10 possible. It will rub on driveways occasionally. I think the concensus is 275 on a 9.5 rim with disc brakes takes a 5.5 inch back spacing and take .20 off if running drums.

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Old 04-27-2005, 01:32 PM
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I've been needing this too. What about the fronts?
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Old 04-27-2005, 01:39 PM
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Fronts:
245/45/17
17x8
4.75" of Backspace
Rears:
275/40/17
17x9.5
5.5" of Backspace

EDIT: Welcome to the site, Brian.
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Old 04-27-2005, 01:50 PM
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Thanks, Scott. You're awesome! I knew that if I hung around long enough someone would ask! Good job, Brian. And welcome.
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Old 04-27-2005, 02:03 PM
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Where is Grayson? I'm west of Atlanta in Douglasville 10 miles past six flags

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