Topic: correct tire size
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I'm putting 17x8 ince rim on my 1971 coupe. I'm having trouble finding the correct tire size. If anybody has any experience with this application i would appriciate the input.
Thank you for your time,
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| Speedometer Difference: - | Speedometer Difference: 0.039% too fast | ||||||
| Diameter Difference: - | Diameter Difference: 0.04% |
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Steve, You are a wealth of information! Thats about as close as you can get to the stock size!
Barry
I was going to put that size 17's on my Vette, but did not.
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Vette(s): 1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.
I just printed that and it's in my info folder!! Great stuff Steve! 
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