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1bagged_c10 · 12-24-2017, 04:04 PM

Has anybody ran into a problem running 15 inch factory steel wheels in the front? I just converted my truck to 5 lug disc and with a drop spindle but seem to possibly have too much backspacing..? The inside of the wheel hits the spindle where the tie rod connects.. any info would be helpful thanks.. owh and the wheels I am trying to use are from a 89 1/2 ton
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**davischevy** · 12-24-2017, 05:28 PM

The 88 up wheels have more back spacing than the previous wheels.

lovemy71s · 12-25-2017, 02:27 AM

33x10.50s on rallys. Stock height as far as I know. Bought it this way

bbrriiaann1973 · 12-27-2017, 05:23 AM

I have

275/50R15 front

325/50R15 rear

No rub, great traction

cardude · 12-27-2017, 12:56 PM

Loving my Tiger Paws! Too bad these aren't made anymore; these are somewhat old and cracked and make me a bit nervous on the highway!

255/70R15's all around

Sawlog · 07-14-2018, 10:17 AM

Bump

jonmc56 · 07-14-2018, 01:41 PM

69 with:
15x7 Rally in front, 255/60-15
15x8 Rally in rear, 275/60-15
ECE 4.5/6 drop with 5 lug conversion and disc brake conversion in front
No c-notch, no rubbing or bottoming out

The rear tires are 1.5" inside the rear fender edge, which is something I'd like to address eventually.

**cericd** · 07-14-2018, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonmc56

69 with:
15x7 Rally in front, 255/60-15
15x8 Rally in rear, 275/60-15
ECE 4.5/6 drop with 5 lug conversion and disc brake conversion in front
No c-notch, no rubbing or bottoming out

The rear tires are 1.5" inside the rear fender edge, which is something I'd like to address eventually.

My eyes must be playing tricks on me but in that first picture (maybe the second too), I would swear you have the 15x7 on the back and 15x8 on the front.

**tim71** · 07-14-2018, 09:00 PM

15x8 Rally wheels with 32x11.50 Cooper Discoverer tires. I will say that the 3" trim rings are plastic junk.

**special-K** · 07-14-2018, 09:53 PM

You can get decent stainless set for about $60. I just ordered these
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...&s=ci&mail=sys

How about this set-up. Adapters available for this wheel/cap combo

BugzC10 · 07-15-2018, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cericd

My eyes must be playing tricks on me but in that first picture (maybe the second too), I would swear you have the 15x7 on the back and 15x8 on the front.

I agree...off set looks deeper on the front

jonmc56 · 07-15-2018, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cericd

My eyes must be playing tricks on me but in that first picture (maybe the second too), I would swear you have the 15x7 on the back and 15x8 on the front.

I can see how it looks that way, especially in the first pic. At that angle it looks like there is no dish at all in the rear, but there is some.

15x8 are on the back, 15x7 are on the front for sure. Here's another pic that shows it better:

Jon

**cericd** · 07-15-2018, 11:05 PM

Yeah that looks like I’d expect it to look. Boy, that first pic looks like all the dish is on the front wheel.

GIZZ · 08-11-2018, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miller6t9

one pic is 255/70 on front and 285/70 on rear....other I moved the 255s to rear and put 235/70 on front...both with about a 4/5 drop?

Were there clearance issues?

miller6t9 · 08-11-2018, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GIZZ

Were there clearance issues?

just a little...maybe in a curve with a dip going too fast....that kind of thing...but that was with the TTOs that were 15x8.5 with 3.8 backspacing....I dont remember having a problem with the truck rallys...

pooch · 08-11-2018, 11:41 PM

15s on my 72

CG · 03-26-2019, 12:09 PM

Love the 15's there has to be some more by now!!!

Ekliptix · 03-26-2019, 12:37 PM

Took of the 15" rally rims. I like these now.

CG · 03-26-2019, 12:40 PM

Looks great! I think there are at least three of you now with the thinner white wall like this. And I know there are a few with a white wall that is a touch larger. All good looking rides.

Are those Coopers?

**Boog** · 03-26-2019, 12:53 PM

I feel like there are less and less of us using 15" wheels anymore but I am not looking to ever change my feelings about it. I think it's the right look for the series of trucks. Our 15" tire availability will get less with time but I think somebody will make them long after I'm gone.
I presently have 8" rallys with 255/70/15 all around on my 69 stepper with 4.5/4 drop. I'm not finished by a long shot but lately I'm thinking I might like to shorten the tire height to 255/60/15. Roughly 1" shorter in height but same width. I'm thinking 'bout it.

Ekliptix · 03-26-2019, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CG

Are those Coopers?

Yep. Nice and cheap too.

**Boog** · 03-26-2019, 02:59 PM

I don't know who this beauty belongs to but I like the stance, white letters and I've always been a fan of chrome smoothies.

**'70_402** · 03-26-2019, 05:02 PM

15x8 with 255 tires up front and 15x10 with 295 tires out back. 5/7 drop.

CG · 03-26-2019, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by '70_402

15x8 with 255 tires up front and 15x10 with 295 tires out back. 5/7 drop.

I often read where people say they need the giant wheels and tires to fill up the wheel well. Looks like you did an amazing job of that with 15's without overdoing it. What a great look.

**derotoreut** · 03-26-2019, 09:39 PM

Better late then never. 33 X 12.5 X 15 on all 4-corners on my 70 K10.

12-24-2017, 04:04 PM	#226
1bagged_c10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Hollister California Posts: 2	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Has anybody ran into a problem running 15 inch factory steel wheels in the front? I just converted my truck to 5 lug disc and with a drop spindle but seem to possibly have too much backspacing..? The inside of the wheel hits the spindle where the tie rod connects.. any info would be helpful thanks.. owh and the wheels I am trying to use are from a 89 1/2 ton Posted via Mobile Device

12-24-2017, 05:28 PM	#227
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,786	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only The 88 up wheels have more back spacing than the previous wheels. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

12-25-2017, 02:27 AM	#228
lovemy71s Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Ambrose ND Posts: 28	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only 33x10.50s on rallys. Stock height as far as I know. Bought it this way Attached Images __________________ 71 GMC 1-2 ton 4x4 71 Chevy Cheyenne 2wd

12-27-2017, 05:23 AM	#229
bbrriiaann1973 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Phoenix Az Posts: 211	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only I have 275/50R15 front 325/50R15 rear No rub, great traction Attached Images

12-27-2017, 12:56 PM	#230
cardude Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Astoria, OR Posts: 72	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Loving my Tiger Paws! Too bad these aren't made anymore; these are somewhat old and cracked and make me a bit nervous on the highway! 255/70R15's all around Attached Images

07-14-2018, 10:17 AM	#231
Sawlog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Central illinois Posts: 143	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Bump

07-14-2018, 01:41 PM	#232
jonmc56 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 287	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only 69 with: 15x7 Rally in front, 255/60-15 15x8 Rally in rear, 275/60-15 ECE 4.5/6 drop with 5 lug conversion and disc brake conversion in front No c-notch, no rubbing or bottoming out The rear tires are 1.5" inside the rear fender edge, which is something I'd like to address eventually. __________________ '69 C10 CST '68 Chevelle Malibu My 69 CST Build Thread

07-14-2018, 09:00 PM	#234
tim71 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Brownsburg, IN Posts: 1,072	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only 15x8 Rally wheels with 32x11.50 Cooper Discoverer tires. I will say that the 3" trim rings are plastic junk. Attached Images __________________ 1972 Blazer Highlander 1971 GMC K1500 SWB (sold)

07-14-2018, 09:53 PM	#235
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only You can get decent stainless set for about $60. I just ordered these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...&s=ci&mail=sys How about this set-up. Adapters available for this wheel/cap combo Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 07-15-2018 at 08:02 AM.

07-15-2018, 11:05 PM	#238
cericd Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Texan, back in TX Posts: 2,088	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Yeah that looks like I’d expect it to look. Boy, that first pic looks like all the dish is on the front wheel. __________________ Chris My 1970 SWB C/10 - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=534872

08-11-2018, 11:41 PM	#241
pooch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Yukon,Ok Posts: 25	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only 15s on my 72 Attached Images

03-26-2019, 12:09 PM	#242
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,769	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Love the 15's there has to be some more by now!!!

03-26-2019, 12:37 PM	#243
Ekliptix Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 674	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Took of the 15" rally rims. I like these now. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB PS, PB, Tach, A/C, Tilt. Drivetrain: Built 402BB, TCI Streetfighter 700R4, 2,500 stall, Eaton posi, 3.73. Suspension/Chassis: ECE 4.5/6.5 drop, CPP nitrogen shocks, CPP front and rear sway bar, CPP cross members. Exhaust: 3" exhaust with x-pipe, Spintech 3000 mufflers, Hooker ceramic coated headers. Best 1/4 mile time: TBD.

03-26-2019, 12:40 PM	#244
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,769	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Looks great! I think there are at least three of you now with the thinner white wall like this. And I know there are a few with a white wall that is a touch larger. All good looking rides. Are those Coopers?

03-26-2019, 12:53 PM	#245
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 12,947	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only I feel like there are less and less of us using 15" wheels anymore but I am not looking to ever change my feelings about it. I think it's the right look for the series of trucks. Our 15" tire availability will get less with time but I think somebody will make them long after I'm gone. I presently have 8" rallys with 255/70/15 all around on my 69 stepper with 4.5/4 drop. I'm not finished by a long shot but lately I'm thinking I might like to shorten the tire height to 255/60/15. Roughly 1" shorter in height but same width. I'm thinking 'bout it. Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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03-26-2019, 02:59 PM	#247
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 12,947	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only I don't know who this beauty belongs to but I like the stance, white letters and I've always been a fan of chrome smoothies. Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

03-26-2019, 05:02 PM	#248
'70_402 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Pampa, Texas Posts: 1,554	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only 15x8 with 255 tires up front and 15x10 with 295 tires out back. 5/7 drop. Attached Images __________________ https://www.ebay.com/itm/295742064443

03-26-2019, 09:39 PM	#250
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,848	Re: 15 inch tire and wheel combos only Better late then never. 33 X 12.5 X 15 on all 4-corners on my 70 K10. Attached Images __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

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