Tire size for 69 442
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Tire size for 69 442
Hello. I'm new to the forum. I wanted to know if anyone knows the largest rim width and backspace I can fit on a 69 442? And what the biggest tire I can fit front and back would be great. I'm looking to put 15 inch or maybe 17 inch rims. Thank you in advance for any help. John
#2
You shouldn't have any trouble with 15 inch as they were used back then. The wheels were between 7.5 inches wide and 8 inches wide depending on the car and the style of wheel. I have no idea about the 17 inch rims. I would think a good tire and wheel shop should be able to help you find the largest size tire/wheel combo that you could use safely. I think I recall reading some threads over at Realoldspower.com about this about a year ago. You might want to go over there and do a search. I am quite sure you will find some goodies there.
#3
15x10 on the rear with 5.5" backspace with a 295/50/15 looks great. 15x7 or 15x8 w/4" or 4.5" bs. respectively w/a 235/60 or 245/60/15 tire. I have 17x11 w/6" bs. and a 315/35/17 tire on the back of my 72. I have not tried these on the 68/9 body but I am sure they would fit. Good luck and I hope this helps.
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15x10 on the rear with 5.5" backspace with a 295/50/15 looks great. 15x7 or 15x8 w/4" or 4.5" bs. respectively w/a 235/60 or 245/60/15 tire. I have 17x11 w/6" bs. and a 315/35/17 tire on the back of my 72. I have not tried these on the 68/9 body but I am sure they would fit. Good luck and I hope this helps.
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