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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Maximum backspace on a teener

Posted by: dweymer Feb 10 2006, 09:48 PM

What is the maximum backspace for wheels front and rear on a '73? I figured I'd ask before measuring myself, 'cause I am sure many know it off the top of their head.

Posted by: J P Stein Feb 10 2006, 10:03 PM

5 inches is a safe number. I run 5 3/8 up front, but that is with a tire that doesn't stick out past the wheel.

Posted by: jhadler Feb 11 2006, 12:01 AM

Yeah, about 5" inches is the most backspace you can get on the rear. A little more in front. But also that's with tires that don't stick out past the rim much. I run 15x8's with 225/45-15's and they fit (massaged the rear outer fenders)...

-Josh2

Posted by: dweymer Feb 11 2006, 08:30 AM

Thanks Guys