255/50/16 MTs and spacers

[Texas gn]

Hey guys, finally bought a pair of Mickey Thompson ET Radials in the 255-50-16s. I am presently running a 255-50-16 street tire and I was surprised to see the difference in how much wider the MTs are. I have not had them mounted yet on the wheels but it looks like I will need a spacer. I not sure I like that idea but I am sure it has been done before. Has anyone had problems with spacers?

 

[1quick6]

For a lot of people, it's the fear of potential problems when running spacers. I wouldn't do it, but that's just my opinion.

 

[GSX-PKV]

I just mounted 275-55-16 M&H's with no spacers with no rubbing.

http://www.turbobuick.com/forums/br...55r16-m-hs-classic-industries-gnx-wheels.html

 

[Red Regal T]

Hey guys, finally bought a pair of Mickey Thompson ET Radials in the 255-50-16s. I am presently running a 255-50-16 street tire and I was surprised to see the difference in how much wider the MTs are. I have not had them mounted yet on the wheels but it looks like I will need a spacer. I not sure I like that idea but I am sure it has been done before. Has anyone had problems with spacers?

What kind of wheels are you using? What's the backspace?

 

[Rayk]

Hey guys, finally bought a pair of Mickey Thompson ET Radials in the 255-50-16s. I am presently running a 255-50-16 street tire and I was surprised to see the difference in how much wider the MTs are. I have not had them mounted yet on the wheels but it looks like I will need a spacer. I not sure I like that idea but I am sure it has been done before. Has anyone had problems with spacers?

I've had those tires on the back of my WE4 on Turbo T/A 16 x 8 wheels and there is no rub without spacers. (very close) If you want to make sure, go with a 7/32 spacer which should be safe with stock lugs.

I've also run the BFG drag radials in the same size with no spacers and no rub as well.

 

[Texas gn]

You guys are right! They are on the car today. They were the 255-50-16 on 16x 8 rims...Gta rims