15x7" Rally Rims. Go With 245/60's or 255/60's?

Discussion in 'The Hides' started by drspencer, Dec 21, 2009.

  1. drspencer

    drspencer Well-Known Member

    I'm going to buy a set of 15x7" Repro Rally rims for my '71 GS 350 Convertible.

    What tire size would you recommend, 245/60's or 255/60's?

    Which will handle/drive/perform better?

    Thanks
     
    drspencer, Dec 21, 2009
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  2. V8Sky

    V8Sky "Scarlett"

    I have 15x7 Buick rally rims on the front of my car and 15x8 Buick rally rims on the rear of my car with 255/60s all around. They fill the wheelwells nicely and handle great!
     
    V8Sky, Dec 21, 2009
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  3. techg8

    techg8 The BS GS

    I vote 255s as well.
     
    techg8, Dec 21, 2009
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  4. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

    I have heard that the 245/60's are close to the original tire size height and won't mess up with speedo reading, but I don't know if that is true or not. It is the most popular size for A-body's as it fits most of the years without trouble.
     
    cjp69, Dec 21, 2009
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  5. drspencer

    drspencer Well-Known Member

    Thanks for the replies.

    What width should I buy, 7" or 8"? What is the difference (beside 1")?

    Should I go with a chrome or matte finish? Which was stock?

    Which backspacing do I want?

    Where should I buy?

    Thanks again
     
    drspencer, Dec 21, 2009
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