Bolt pattern and back space on a 69

[mrr1999]

Hey Guys-

There are a lot of threads out there with guides about what wheel/tire combo fits on what but there are a lot of differences depending where you look.

I have a 69 Camaro that will be lowered 2" front and back. Other than that, it is stock. I want to put 18's all around and I'm shopping for wheels today. What is the correct bolt pattern and suggested back space I should go with for front and back? I'm guessing the correct width should be 18X7 up front and 18X8.5 in the back, right? Or could I fit a wider width, too?

Thanks!

[John510]

Call Jon @ Driverzinc tomorrow. Most people here buy their wheels from him.

951-609-3483


Or you can look here for some fitments
http://www.pro-touring.com/tech/wheels/Wheel_Survey.htm

[sperger1]

I am building a 68 and have the dse deep tubs and Quadralink. Also, a Ford 9 from dse. I bought two 335 BF goodrich and I do not want to send them back. They look a little big. Can anyone help with the back spacing of my wheels and let me know what else we can do to make the 335 x 18 fit

[JustinB]

bolt pattern is a 5x4.75. Up front you can run up to a 18x8 with 245/40/18 and ~5.0 BS. On the rear you can either go for a 18x9-18x10 depending on wheel choice and a 275/40/18 tire. BS will depend on the width you decide to go with. In general a 9 will have around a 5.25 and a 10 will be a 5.75. We have lots of packages we can put together for you. Feel free to shoot me a pm, email or call.

[mrr1999]

Great info. Thanks, Justin. I'll PM you tomorrow.

[JayR]

I am building a 68 and have the dse deep tubs and Quadralink. Also, a Ford 9 from dse. I bought two 335 BF goodrich and I do not want to send them back. They look a little big. Can anyone help with the back spacing of my wheels and let me know what else we can do to make the 335 x 18 fit

Have you installed the DSE parts yet? Install the tubs allowing as much breathing room for the tires as possible and they should fit with 18x12s.

[JustinB]

I am building a 68 and have the dse deep tubs and Quadralink. Also, a Ford 9 from dse. I bought two 335 BF goodrich and I do not want to send them back. They look a little big. Can anyone help with the back spacing of my wheels and let me know what else we can do to make the 335 x 18 fit

Safer to call me with measurements to make sure a 335 will fit without issue and dial in the BS.

[JustinB]

Glad I could help Mike!:cheers:

Great info. Thanks, Justin. I'll PM you tomorrow.

[sperger1]

Have you installed the DSE parts yet? Install the tubs allowing as much breathing room fohe tires as possible and they should fit with 18x12s.

We have 14 5/8" min. with the dse installed.

[JustinB]

We have 14 5/8" min. with the dse installed.

Real close! The BFG KDW2 measures 13.5" wide on a 12" wheel. We like to see a minimum of .75" to the inside and 3/8" to the outside for clearance. You are right there. Backspace needs to be spot on! Feel free to call me and I can help you figure out the BS.:cheers: