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Old 09-12-2011, 02:33 PM
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1971 F250 Bolt Pattern

Can someone please tell me what the bolt pattern on a 1971 F250? Ive beed told 8lug X 6.5, but need to be sure before I buy wheels that dont fit, even multiple ford dealers couldnt help me! Thanks
 
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Yes, it's 8x6.5, same as Dodge and GM HOWEVER the hub center is larger than the stock GMs. Any aftermarket rim should fit though.
 
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Can someone please tell me what the bolt pattern on a 1971 F250? Ive beed told 8lug X 6.5, but need to be sure before I buy wheels that dont fit, even multiple ford dealers couldnt help me! Thanks
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1953/98 F250 & 1967/98 F350: 8 lug wheels on a 6.50" bolt circle.
 
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Thanks for the welcome and the info! Will 265 75 fit my 71 F250? I am looking to maintain the truck look, just like a little bit of a fatter tire.
 
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I used 265 70 17 on my 71 f250. Before you spend alot, read about offset and backspacing. I ordered my 8lug eagles online they fit perfect.
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71 Tire size

Thanks, I forgot to mention that it is 2wd, does that change things?
 
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My 71 F250 Camper Special is 2WD, auto.PS PB the wheels I installed are eagles style 1402,17 X 8, 8 lug x6.5 the tires are 265 70 17 someday i will learn to post a pic
 
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F 250 tires

Thanks, I see now backspacing is an issue! I want the tires to be flush with the body so to speak/just inside the well, so I am trying to see what others have done to achieve that look before I blow money on rims & tires Im not satisfied with.
 
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