245's in the front and 275's in the back....You assumed right, 100% MOD FREE
Best 17" wheel/tire combo? 17" wheel owners only!
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245's in the front and 275's in the back....You assumed right, 100% MOD FREE
usetaboost
SAY CAR RAMROD!!
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245/?r17 and 275/?r17. Solve for ? :biggrin:
hello people; Diaz 87 could you talk about your suspension modes? It can't be stock.
I have 16x8 kirbans with 245-50 tire and when you turn the wheel all the way to the left it does rub the inner fender a little. Do you think the off set is not correct or is it just my car?
IBBY
usetaboost
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I would consider some new springs or something else worn in the front end. I had a 79 sport coupe that was all original except shocks and I had the same size wheel and tire, billet specialties and comp t/a vr4s (something like that) and they never rubbed on corners. Now if I was burrying the speedo and hit one of those awesome dips on I29, that's a different story....
V6UnderPressure
The Artist FKA Scott4DMny
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Would a 17x9.5 with 4.5" backspacing stick out too much?
Silver Fox
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Simmons are no more. Vredesteins tires are great - they don't track in the ruts, are very quiet, and since they are asymmetrical they can be rotated. I am getting ready to get another set for my new Mazda 3 since I am so happy with them on my Buick.
As far as pictures:
At a car show in Los Lunas, New Mexico:
In the garage in Albuquerque - so you can see how the offset looks:
At a car gathering in Albuquerque:
A picture of my T in Germany:
Getting the heck out of New Mexico heading back to Texas!!!!
Rob
83hurstguy
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It all depends how much you want to lower your car. If you don't actually lower it enough to tuck the tires, you can pretty much get away with whatever you want. A front 17x8 w/ 4" bs will rub on a car that attempts to tuck the tires.
With the B-body spindles, I'd consider going to a 4.75-5" b.s. That seems to be typical for the G-bodies with that swap.
My combo uses 17x8's on all 4 corners, the front b.s. is 4.75", the rear is 4.25". Running a 245/45R17 front, and a 275/40R17 NT555R rear drag radial (narrow, so it looks great on an 8" rim). The next step up for Billet Specialties is a 9.5", and I didn't want to have to roll/trim the rear quarter lips. I had to park it before winter before getting miles on it, I will probably need a front 0.25" spacer due to frame rub at steering lock. However, that's fine, as it will account for C5 brake growth if necessary in the future. The rear 4.25" b.s. is for rear disc brake growth, you can get away with 4", depending how wide the rear tire is and how straight your body is on the chassis.
Here's a few pics... yeah, it's a Cutlass, but the wheel tubs are pretty close. (and yes, the front tire is backwards, it was the RF wheel on the LF side)
With the B-body spindles, I'd consider going to a 4.75-5" b.s. That seems to be typical for the G-bodies with that swap.
My combo uses 17x8's on all 4 corners, the front b.s. is 4.75", the rear is 4.25". Running a 245/45R17 front, and a 275/40R17 NT555R rear drag radial (narrow, so it looks great on an 8" rim). The next step up for Billet Specialties is a 9.5", and I didn't want to have to roll/trim the rear quarter lips. I had to park it before winter before getting miles on it, I will probably need a front 0.25" spacer due to frame rub at steering lock. However, that's fine, as it will account for C5 brake growth if necessary in the future. The rear 4.25" b.s. is for rear disc brake growth, you can get away with 4", depending how wide the rear tire is and how straight your body is on the chassis.
Here's a few pics... yeah, it's a Cutlass, but the wheel tubs are pretty close. (and yes, the front tire is backwards, it was the RF wheel on the LF side)
YouLikeThat
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17X8 4.5" bs 245/45/17 (if you don't plan on a front brake upgrade I would do 4.0" backspace.
17x9.5 5.0" bs 295/45/17
http://www.turbobuick.com/forums/br...429-17-billet-specialties-installed-pics.html
Right after install
current stance. Bad pic! I need to get some better pics.
17x9.5 5.0" bs 295/45/17
http://www.turbobuick.com/forums/br...429-17-billet-specialties-installed-pics.html
Right after install
current stance. Bad pic! I need to get some better pics.
5" backspacing on my rear 18x9.5" with alum drums no problems on my GN. Transferred the wheels to my Dad's 87 Limited w/ steel drums had to run a 1/8th inch spacer to clear the frame.
Front wheels are 17x8" w/ 4" backspace. I like the 4" over the 4.5" because it sets the wheel out some. Obviously, check your car, make sure body is centered on the frame, etc. I dont plan on ever putting it down in the weeds up front so Im not worried about the tires touching the fenders.
HTH
Luke, the H/O looks sweet. Hope to see it up at Steak n Shake some time.
Scott I have a set of the 17" ZR1 replicas sitting on a pallet at work if you wanna borrow one and take some measurements/see how it fits.
Glen, it has been a while since you have been out. Steak and Shake cruise is no mo.
NEVER ENOUGH
Tim
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Right, the new "steak & shake" is at 159th and Bell road
.And I am very surprised I have not crossed paths with that H/O yet.
83hurstguy
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Thanks guys. I almost never see my H/O either :redface:
It only had about 400 miles put on it from May - Sept this year due to an insane work schedule, and I didn't go to any local cruise nights at all with the exception of Downers Grove once. It had stock wheels up until November this year as well, so it wasn't that noticeable. I was going to stop by the last TR cruise with it to see a few people on the board I know, but it got canceled for lack of interest. I should be out next year (fingers crossed). I was at 159th and Bell a few times, but never for the whole night. We do like heading up there.
It only had about 400 miles put on it from May - Sept this year due to an insane work schedule, and I didn't go to any local cruise nights at all with the exception of Downers Grove once. It had stock wheels up until November this year as well, so it wasn't that noticeable. I was going to stop by the last TR cruise with it to see a few people on the board I know, but it got canceled for lack of interest. I should be out next year (fingers crossed). I was at 159th and Bell a few times, but never for the whole night. We do like heading up there.
Strahd_Zarovich
SSG Schaecher (SHAKE)
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finally got mine on over the holidays, the front needs to be lower for me. the eibachs ain't low enough.
17x7 fronts, 17x9.5 rears Centerline Revs with powdercoat centers
Off topic, but the flat black paint looks really good to me.
