I found a set of torque thrust 2's for sale and need to know if 17X8 with 4" of backspacing is enough for the front of a 69 camaro. Anyone running similiar size?

I tried an 8" wheel on the front of my 68 before, with a 225/40 17. It stuck out about an 1" to far, IMO.

So in a word, "No". http://www.camaros.net/forum/smile.gif

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68 468 700R4, and here it is;
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So are you saying that no 8" wheel will look good or just the 4" backspacing. Thanks!

It may look okay, but won't fit inside the wheelwell. You need 4.75-5" b.s. on a 17X8" front wheel.

Jody

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I'm running 18x8 with 4.5" bs and a 245/40/18. My front tires are tucked and no problems.

Yeah I meant the 4" bs. I think you need between 4.75-5.25" to look good.

I have 17x7 and 17x8 TTIIs with 4" bs on my '69. They fit fine but I do not think the 8's would fit on the front unless they have more bs.

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'69 400SB, Richmond 5-speed
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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by jenndon:
I'm running 18x8 with 4.5" bs and a 245/40/18. My front tires are tucked and no problems.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I agree, 4.5 is the number.

Ok! I will keep looking. Thanks for the info!!!

I am running a 18X8 with 4.75 bs 235/40-18

Fits perfect and car is low....

http://www.pro-touring.com/featured_cars/Camaro/1969_Camaro/jeffry_trush_69_camaro_pace_conv/P8060024.jpg

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GET THAT CAR DONE!!!!!! I love the way it looks!

Jody

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Jody...I'M TRYING!!!!!!! LOL

Actually, it is much farther along than that picture, the grill and headlight assemblies are in, all of the sound deadener is in (85 sq ft. in a convert!!)I am currrently getting the MSD ignition and coil mounted under the dash, I have '03 Viper seats coming for it (orange houndstooth of course)and the calipers should be back this week from getting "color" (done orange w/ white Baer logo)...I see the light at the end of the tunnel. My buddy Scott (69ProTouring) will probably help me get some more recent pics posted...Got 4" of snow today...Yuck!

Thanks for the nice words JB

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1969 Touring Pace Car (http://www.pro-touring.com/featured_cars/Camaro/1969_Camaro/jeffry_trush_69_camaro_pace_conv/jeffrey_trush.htm)

I'm seriously considering selling mine (to save me from spending any more money on this car, I'm soooo weak!) or completely blowing it apart for paint, mini-tubs, roll cage, turbo's, etc. Every time I see that pic it reminds me that I want to paint mine! That's a very nice car.

Jody

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Really, Jody? Now what fun would that be? You might just as well mini-tub it and do the works. Well, ok, maybe that's my opinion, but that is a beautiful car you have.

JT, I'm still thinking about Woodward!

Scott

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Oh yeah, forgot the backspacing numbers, LOL. 4.75" BS on 17x8 in the front.

Scott

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Updated Pics of my 69 (http://webpages.charter.net/gulb93/index.htm)

JB, Maybe we should trade, and I can enjoy yours while you finish mine! LOL!

Actually, I do plan to drive this thing before I die....Trying to get it done for the Autorama in Detroit in Feb. It will be close, Any and all donations can be sent to.....
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Hey NC69RS,
I have 17x8 TT 2's with 4.75" back spacing w/ 245/45/17 mounted on. Seems to fit fine. If the wheels were 7" width, then they would probably work, but not the 8".

Patrick

Hey CrossRamZ11, Incredible car so far! You are using Centerline Lazers? I cannot find them anywhere. I am also restoring a 69 convertible and want to stuff as much rubber under it as I can but the selection of 17" rims with proper back spacing is not too good. At least everytime I find a nice looking rim they don't offer it for mine.

pwoolford,

Here is to the rim of the Centerline site:
http://www.centerlinewheels.com/w_catalog/sundansp.html

and here is a picture of the wheel...

http://www.centerlinewheels.com/w_catalog/751.jpg

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1969 Touring Pace Car (http://www.pro-touring.com/featured_cars/Camaro/1969_Camaro/jeffry_trush_69_camaro_pace_conv/jeffrey_trush.htm)

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Hey jeff, do you have any pics of your beast directly from the side? the rims are sweet but you cant see them on the car to well.

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are the back spaceing the same for disk and drum brakes. I have drums on all four now but latter on want to up grade to disk on all four. If i got rims first will the bs work on both are they alittle different. thanks Brian

&gt;&gt;&gt;are the back spaceing the same for disk and drum brakes.&lt;&lt;&lt;

No.

For drum only brakes the most corrct "backspace" would 5-1/4 on a 17x9.5 wheel. For disc, you'd go with 5-1/2 backspace.

So basically you'd want to increaser your backspace by 1/4" for disc vs drum.

grey899

Above is true but if you're going to be running discs in the future get the 5.5" backspacing and run 1/4" spacers if need be. If you don't you'll have rubbing problems on the outer wheelwells when you swap to discs.

On the front the 4.75" backspacing will work with either drums or disc.

Jody

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Thanks guys for the info. I want get the AR tt 2 17x8 in front and the 17x9 in the back. thanks again. Brian

Oh, BTW, stock steel, dog-dish hubcap rims are 14" x 6" with 3.75" b/s so go from there.

It will start you out with the stock outer lip fit, then just adjust b/s to fit wider tires! pdq67

Crossram, are you running 8's in rear too? I really like the look of those 18's. what are the exact tire sizes and back spacing for the front and rear?

Thanks,

The fronts are 18X8 w/ 4.75 BS 235/40-18

The rears are 18X9 w/ 5.5 BS 255/45-18

I have Baers Eradispeed rotors which pushes the rear wheel another .25 inch outward.


They fit great, front and rear.



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1969 Touring Pace Car (http://www.pro-touring.com/featured_cars/Camaro/1969_Camaro/jeffry_trush_69_camaro_pace_conv/jeffrey_trush.htm)