Tires for 69 Camaro with new Yearone Magnums

[Neil B]

Originally Posted by StilOwnMy1stCar

Okay, now what size tire should I go with on a 17x8 rim with 4.5" BS? I lwould like to put 245/4517's on all 4 corners and lower the car, but it looks like some people are having rubbing issues on the front fenders with that backspacing. I realize I may have to go to a 235/45 in front, but they may look small on the rear and if I stagger the rear to say a 255/40, it may look weird with the same size rim face. Any opinions or pictures?

17x8" 4.5 BS with a 245-45-17 rubbed a bit (outer lip) on my lowered '69. Not bad, but it did rub. And that was with very aggressive camber settings to get the tire away from the fender.

[StilOwnMy1stCar]

Thanks for the info. I made a template of a wheel and backspacing and think I will go with a 235/45 all around or maybe a 225/45 on the front (I may lower it 3" with this tire) and a 255/40 on the rear. The only problem is that the 255/40 is not recommended by the manufactures for a 8" wide wheel, but it looks like people run them without a problem.

[SR71]

the budnik muroc III wheel would look very similar if painted between the spokes and would open up a whole new world of size and fitment options. sure, it's more money. but doing it right the first time saves money in the long run.

[StilOwnMy1stCar]

I ordered the 17X8 YO Magnums and they should arrive in mid October. The Budnik Muroc III's have a similar look, but not close enough to the original for my preference. My original goal was to put 235/45 tires or 245/45 on all four corners. After using some templates that I made, It appears 225/45 with 3" drop will work or 235/45 with 2" drop. I will wait for the wheels to arrive and tires mounted before I do the drop.

[StilOwnMy1stCar]

Talked to Yearone today asking when I can expect to receive my 17x8 wheels. They told me they got them in, but the backspacing was not what they specified. So, they may have to have the manufacturer retool and could be be in spring. Look like I may be going with a different choice.

[TheBandit]

Did you have any luck getting these wheels?

[StilOwnMy1stCar]

I called YO last week and they said they will be in at the end of February. I am waiting until they actually have them before I order.