any idea why these rims won't fit?
http://www.tirebuyer.com/tirebuyerw...OE/selectedTrim/4X4 4 DR. WITH 16 INCH WHEELS
http://www.tirebuyer.com/tirebuyerw...OE/selectedTrim/4X4 4 DR. WITH 16 INCH WHEELS
275/70-17 on Stock Suspension??
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SunlitComet
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slomo26
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The 285/75-16's rubbed on the passenger side suspension at close to full lock. That is the same backspacing on my wheel.
Ok, so it looks like a 285/70-17 on a 17x9 rim will fit with a +12mm. According to the second link, that's a 5.5" backspace. Makes sense, the guys at the shop told me that was really the minimum backspace I should be looking at.
http://www.wheelsforless.com/ChevyTahoe.aspx
https://www.rsracing.com/tech-wheel.html
http://www.wheelsforless.com/ChevyTahoe.aspx
https://www.rsracing.com/tech-wheel.html
slomo26
Member
Are you ordering this online or getting them locally?
that's the kick in the a$$, i can't find a local place that carries any real stock to test them out. I hate doing it this way, but I've been relying heavily on photos and internet info....for big purchases I always prefer in person personally.
---------- Post added at 08:21 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:30 PM ----------
I finally found a photo of what I'm looking to do!!
I also have a black 4dr Tahoe and will be adding fender flares for my larger rim/tire setup.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/834875/1997-chevrolet-tahoe#guestbook
I believe the tire size is 285/70/17
Currently I'm riding stock but I've thrown around the idea of a body lift...but i'd like to try these rims on a stock suspension first.
Does anyone see where this setup might cause me to rub?? Also, what do you guys think??
---------- Post added at 08:21 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:30 PM ----------
I finally found a photo of what I'm looking to do!!
I also have a black 4dr Tahoe and will be adding fender flares for my larger rim/tire setup.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/834875/1997-chevrolet-tahoe#guestbook
I believe the tire size is 285/70/17
Currently I'm riding stock but I've thrown around the idea of a body lift...but i'd like to try these rims on a stock suspension first.
Does anyone see where this setup might cause me to rub?? Also, what do you guys think??
slomo26
Member
That 4 door looks nice. If that is the wheel and tire combo your going with, its gonna look good. IMO
---------- Post added at 02:32 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:27 PM ----------
Just wanted to say that when I was looking at tires, the 275/70/17's looked a little narrow to me with that much sidewall. but i guess it depends on the tire, if you can find them locally atleast take a look at the new tire sitting under your truck.
---------- Post added at 02:32 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:27 PM ----------
Just wanted to say that when I was looking at tires, the 275/70/17's looked a little narrow to me with that much sidewall. but i guess it depends on the tire, if you can find them locally atleast take a look at the new tire sitting under your truck.
Yeah, it looks like the 285/70/17 is the route I'm going b/c i saw a few guys that were able to fit this with a small crank...is that a little wider?
This is the other one I've been looking at...i keep flipping between the two!
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2470551/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-sport-utility-4d
This is the other one I've been looking at...i keep flipping between the two!
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2470551/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-sport-utility-4d
