Max tire and rim combo for 65 coronet with spring relocation

[rick-kordick]

I'm having my springs moved on my 65 Coronet and was wondering what the best wheel tire combo would be without doing a mini tub. Thanks.

 

[rick-kordick]

Based on other posts i think 295 50 on a 10 inch rim but how muck backspacing? I'm thinking 6??

 

[aldal]

The height of the tire will also come into play. I have 15" diameter x 10" wide x 4.5" backspaced wheels on my 65 Coronet and when I get around to relocating my springs inward I plan on running a 28" or 29" tall tire with 12" tread width and keep the 4.5" backspacing. On my set up I am installing an aftermarket Dana rearend so I can make the backspacing work, if you leave your stock width rearend then I would suggest you measure the space and calculate your backspacing from that. Should look great....good luck.

 

[lxmodguy]

I have some 17x10.5 and 17x8's for sale if you are interested. They fit in a mini tubbed 65 with spring relocation.