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Old 04-18-2008, 02:10 PM   #1
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I cant log onto nasty because nasty is blocked by the filter here at work. So, Im looking to fix my tire rubbing problem with going to a 15x7 inch rim from a 15x8. I need to know what back spacing should I look for?
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Old 04-18-2008, 02:23 PM   #2
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try anonymouse.org to get around the filter

someone on ls1tech did (for their 72)
Front: 17x8" 5" Backspace 245/40WR17
Rear: 17x11" 5.75" Backspace 315/35WR17

http://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8914966
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Old 04-18-2008, 02:28 PM   #3
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15X8 w/4.5" BS 295/50R15
15X7 w/4" BS 295/50R15

16X8 w 4.5" BS 255/50/16
16x8 w 5" BS 245/50/16

these are KNOWN to work, as in people are using them.
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Old 04-18-2008, 02:42 PM   #4
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Thank you Jim. 4inch back spacing is what Im lookin for. Hoepfully this fixes my problem. I think Im gunna need to buy new tires as well.
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Old 04-18-2008, 03:16 PM   #5
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http://www.nastyz28.com/camaro/camarowheels.html

camaro z28 wheel
15 x 7 4.25" B/S

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Old 04-18-2008, 07:47 PM   #6
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that page has a lot of good info on it for stock wheels and tires. phew!
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