hello everyone,

here's the deal, I live in CALI where it is go big or go home.. i have a 70 chevelle complete stock suspension...

has anyone put 20 x 8.5 on there ride.. will it even fit in the front?

I'd move before I would put 20's on a Chevelle!!!!!!!

2nd 2 Noss,
20 inch wheels look great on chevelle's. I have them on my 96 Impala SS. I would definitely upgrade your break system if you have'nt already. The 20 inch wheels tend to be alittle heavier and you'll notice that right away in the steering. It's all about what you like, not what others think. This subject was taked about 2 weeks ago as posted " those ugly wheels" you may want to search that topic. Some of the old tymers have a had time with new concepts. Some believe the chevelle should be left to only look stock. Other's really like the car to fit there personality. It's nice to see those that think outside the box. I say buy the wheels and decide what looks best. Good luck. Joel:D

hello everyone,i have a 70 chevelle complete stock suspension...has anyone put 20 x 8.5 on there ride.. will it even fit in the front?

Yes,they will fit easily,if the backspacing is around 5". Just don't get too carried away with the tire diameter and you shouldn't have any clearance concerns.

BTW,don't let the dinosaur boys discourage you. :D

thinks for the replys

do you guys think the 20's will fit with 275/35/20 on rear and 245/35/20 front. the rims are et13/35 20x 8.5

thinks for the replys
do you guys think the 20's will fit with 275/35/20 on rear and 245/35/20 front. the rims are et13/35 20x 8.5

You never did tell us the offset or backspace on those wheels.

I don't really have my heart set on a set of rims. I seen some don't know the backspace. i just wanted to see if anyone was running 20's to get a idea of way i need in backspace.

the offset of the rims i like are 0mm, backspacing is 4.75

Do 20's qualify it as a "DONK" then?

what is a donk? I'm on the west coast... we don't name the type car. onlt in oakland they call cars on 22 and up scappers

I got 18's on mine, and love it. I didnt want to go 20's, cause i wanted the old muscle look, 20's for me personally on a Velle doesnt look good. I have a 96 Impala SS, i did throw on 20's on that one, but not the Velle. just my .02

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m136/mad70ss/DSC00084.jpg

hey mad what's the backspace on those 18s

the offset of the rims i like are 0mm, backspacing is 4.75
To answer your question. Yes 4.75 BS on a 8.5" rim will work. The 275's will fit under the rear and the 245's will fit under the front with a 8" rim with 4.5"BS.

I don't really have my heart set on a set of rims. I seen some don't know the backspace. i just wanted to see if anyone was running 20's to get a idea of way i need in backspace.

Unless you want to run little 14's or 15's,it doesn't matter whether they are 16's or 20's. The backspacing requirements pretty much stay the same.
A 20x8.5 wheel with zero offset should fit a 66-72 fine. 245/35 fronts and 275/35 rears would work but I wouldn't run anything larger than a 275. Even that size is pushing it on a 20x8.5".

thank you guy for your input. mad i must say i like the look of the 18 on your car. I had a 96 impala about two years ago with 20. had some real good times with it.

mad have you heard of cali ss

Thanks Fellas,

Backspace on my 18's are 4.75 up front and 5.75 out back, fit perfect! :thumbsup:

Hey Wayne, its me Ralphy. I know Tony and yes I belong to CaliSS. :yes:
I am the one that is going up there to pick up those parts you have laying around :beers:

Ralphy - you have a PM.

Just replied to your PM, Thanks bud :thumbsup:

20,s on a chevelle someones been drinking way to much

20,s on a chevelle someones been drinking way to much

Let me guess,,only 14's or 15's are allowed,,right? :D

255 45 18 with a 2" drop on front will definately scrub inner wheel well up front. Rides great without drop (stock height)

i have 245/40/18, fits perfect with no rub :thumbsup:

255/45/18 with a 2" drop on front will definately scrub inner wheel well up front. Rides great without drop (stock height)
Just curious but why such a tall front tire? What diameter are those,,28"-29"?

umm, I think DONKS are 24's and bigger. Just had to reply to that one.

When I bought the tires the car was stock height. Then I later lowered the front end and found problems with neighberhood streets and some businesses rubbing fender wells. One day I will change the front to 235 and rear to 275.

Thats a Malibu that looks right!!!!

Really Sweet Ride !

p.s. Does everyone on here have an Impala SS to go along with the Chevelle?????

DG

Thanks :thumbsup: