TurboCoupe Rearend Upgrade...Rear Tire Size ??

Apr 05, 2004 3 Replies

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.boB

The width and diameter of the tire isn't really determined by the width of the rear end. However, the wheel ofset is. So go with a 275 tire just like before, but change the offset to match the new width.

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What is the widest tire that will fit an 89 5.0 LX that has a TurboCoupe rear-end ???



Anyone know with certainty ??



I know 275s will fit with the OEM rear-end, but the TurboCoupe rear-end is



1.5" wider....



-ERIC


The width and diameter of the tire isn't really determined by the width of the rear end. However, the wheel ofset is. So go with a 275 tire just like before, but change the offset to match the new width.

What is the widest tire that will fit an 89 5.0 LX that has a TurboCoupe rear-end ???

Anyone know with certainty ??

I know 275s will fit with the OEM rear-end, but the TurboCoupe rear-end is 1.5" wider....

-ERIC

The width and diameter of the tire isn't really determined by the

Roger that Bob.

Unfortunately, finances dictate I stay with my current OEM wheels.

Do 275s fit withOUT rolling the finder lips of 87-93s ??

-ERIC

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