What is the biggest tire size?

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Old Jan 22, 2010 | 06:59 PM
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What is the biggest tire size(Drag Radial) I can fit on the rear of a 1980 Camaro with a 12 bolt main and traction arms, without rubbing or modifying the body?

Currently I have a 255/60/15 MT DR on there, but was thinking of going with a 295/65/15 will I have any issues??

Help please..
 
Old Jan 22, 2010 | 08:26 PM
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it really depends if you have custom wheels what offset they are
 
Old Jan 23, 2010 | 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Stix80
it really depends if you have custom wheels what offset they are
So what wheel/Offset and tire combo are the biggest i can fit?
 
Old Jan 23, 2010 | 08:28 AM
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You can use a 15x10 with 5" backspacing on the rim and stuff a 295-50-15 under the rear with no problems.I have heard of a few people that had to roll the inner lip of the wheelwell up just a bit,but when i had my 80 they fit with no problems.
 
Old Jan 23, 2010 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by B.M.
You can use a 15x10 with 5" backspacing on the rim and stuff a 295-50-15 under the rear with no problems.I have heard of a few people that had to roll the inner lip of the wheelwell up just a bit,but when i had my 80 they fit with no problems.
Can I go with a 60 or 65 you think? Im trying to get around 28-29" tire height in there..
 
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 12:15 AM
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I dont see why not,my car i have now is an 81 and i have a 275-60-15 on an 8" rim.I guess it would depend on what backspacing your rim has.
 
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Any other thoughts on this?Anyone who actually put larger tires on the rear?
 
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