MNLightning, I've tested tires to 1/2" clearance on the inside with out rubbing. I believe this clearance is mandatory on a street driven vehicle. 1/4" would be fine on the strip. cornering forces will make rear move a little bit. What was the 1/4" clearance? What width tire/rim? BaBolt, are you widening these rims, or having them done? Lloyd

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[This message has been edited by LSchicago (edited 09-27-2000).]

 

BHAAAAAAAHAHA you crack me up BABolt!

 

MNLightning,

I didn't mean to insinuate that you would put "junk" on your truck. I just know from racing at NHRA sanctioned tracks that wheel spacers can be a big no-no. Granted, this is taking into account very, very powerful cars running slicks, so there is much more torque at the rear wheels than any L has.

I've been to BABolt's site and the wheels look good...also got to see them here!

Are the new/longer wheel studs you're using pressed into the rotors or are you having to have the rotors redrilled/tapped for the new studs?

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Wes Tarbox
90 LX 5.0 (10.69 @ 134.7)--597rwhp/590rwtq
96 Cobra (12.34 @ 115.8)--392rwhp/433rwtq
99 Lightning (13.20 @ 103.8)--364rwhp/444rwtq
00 Expedition XLT 5.4
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BaBolt-- Are those rims for Noel the new 2001 Lightning Wheels????

 

BaBolt,

E-mail me. I have some questions.

Timburntire@aol

 

can you send me some pics of the rubber on the truck...

i think i found the mod that will solve the 4.10 traction prob (well not solve but help)

I'm new at this board.....
how much all togather would it cost to get 4 lightning wheels chromed, the back two widened and put 345/35/18 out back and 295/40/18 up front)

this is my ideal combo

Let lightning strike any chevy thats gets in the way

Ray

 

Ray,

Who makes a 295/40/18?

 

I can't find anyone who makes a 295/40R18, but Dunlop, Pirelli, and Yokohama all make 285/40R18s. I wonder if this is what he meant, and how tall would these tires be?

 

approximately 27", not too bad.

BABolt, please check your e-mail, I think I might want to go with the 345s instead.

Mike

[This message has been edited by BRIMSTONE (edited 09-29-2000).]

 

how much do you want for the tires.

email me at steven1642@aol.com

i just wrecked my 1999 black L and need all new parts.

let me know about the tires.