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I ran into a huge problem. My mechanic and I sized up my custom tire and wheels for my truck. TIGHT SQUEEZE.

My truck 1948 3100 has a 72 nova front stub with a 2" drop.

Problem is we think in order for the tires to clear we need a 4.75 to 5" backspace. I am looking at Foose Nitrous legends or coys' c-5's

Does anybody have the same set up and what did you use. My problem is I can only get 4.50 back space on a 17 x 7. 18 x 8's on the back.

Does anybody have any solutions? What size did you use on your truck?

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Check out Summit Racing,they have many styles,with whatever backspacing you might need.

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check out www.rims-n-tires.com I used their site for pictures, measurements & cost comparison before making any final decisions on my truck wheels.

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or you could use spacers as well.


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Originally Posted by Tomy2tone01
What size did you use on your truck?

6.00-16 tube-type bias ply (Original Equipment)
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