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Question before I purchase rims & tires (Cragar s/s's & BF'S)

Old Apr 19, 2008 | 08:07 AM
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Question before I purchase rims & tires (Cragar s/s's & BF'S)

Hey all, I'm getting ready to purchase some new rims & tires for my '83 Z. I've been researching for a bit on what rim & tire I think would look best. I've decided on the Cragar s/s (15 x 7) with BF Goodrich 225/60r15 or 235/60r15 all around.

Question is, I'm reading a lot about spacers. From what I've read about the rim/tire combo I've selected, I'm under the impression I can just purchase the rims & tires, have them mounted and balanced and install them on the car the way they are w/o need of spacers. Is this correct?

Also, anyone know if the 235/60r15 would fit on a thirdgen w/o rubbing?

I plan on purchacing from www.newstalgiawheel.com. Has anyone purchased from this website? Any comments?

Thanks!

Last edited by mynew5spd; Apr 19, 2008 at 03:25 PM. Reason: Entered wrong tire size on original post.
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Old Apr 19, 2008 | 07:17 PM
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Re: Question before I purchase rims & tires (Cragar s/s's & BF'S)

You won't have any problem with the wheel/tire size you've selected. I have 235/60 15's on the front on my 84z and 275/60 15's on the rear mounted on 15x8 rally wheels with 4" backspacing and have no clearance problems. Stock z28 wheels were 15x7 with 4.5" backspacing. I would go with 4.5" backspacing to tuck the wheels in a little better. Hope this helps.

Mike
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Old Apr 25, 2008 | 06:08 AM
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Re: Question before I purchase rims & tires (Cragar s/s's & BF'S)

Thanks!. I ordered the Cragar ss's with BF's 235/60r15's yesterday. I'll post a pic after I install them. They should arrive by Wed next week.
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