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chevyblue
Jan 30th, 03, 8:57 PM
Can I fit a 11.6 inch wide tire on a 10 inch rim in the stock wheel wells of my 1969 chevelle?

Larry
Jan 30th, 03, 9:33 PM
Yes, it should fit, if you're referring to 11.6" of section width, and not tread width. In any case, your 10 inch rims will need 5.5 inches of backspacing.

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