Wheel backspace

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  1. b\o

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    1) I am shopping for a set of wheels for my '65 Ranchero with '74 Maverick spindles/disk's on the front. I have a rim with 3 1/2" backspace which clears nicely and it does not look like a 4" will clear. However, most wheels available have the 4" backspace. Will they clear???

    2) Does anyone know of a source for 15" Torino style GT wheels???

    Thanks, b\o
     
    b\o, Apr 3, 2009
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    4" will clear the a-frame up front. I would not go any more than 4". Tire profile has to be watched up front as the fender lip can cause clearance issues. Stay with a 65 or 60 series and you will have no problem.
     
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