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[Jhodson]

I have a 72 Chevelle SS want to put the widest 17" i can on and been sure they will work on front and back, wanting to use 40 series tires. All info would be appreciated.

[Weld 3]

If the car is STOCk, stock brakes, stock suspension ect. Then you can use our RT-S wheel in a 17x8 with a 4.5 back space and a 17x10 rear with a 5.5 inch back space.
Hope this helps.

[Jhodson]

what tire size would you suggest thats looks best, I was thinking 255x40 on front & 285 x40 on rear, what size would you use?

[Weld 3]

Tire choice is up to you. Depends on how you want to drive it.

[Jhodson]

my wife and i are in our 60's and just pleasure drive short trips 250 miles or less and around town,want the car to look muscle but want drivable. thanks