Hello All,

While I build my 56 F100, I am looking for good buys on rims and tires - used or new. I have a Volare IFS front clip.

Using the older temporary tires and rims I have, I know that 15X7 rims work okay- without rubbing against a-arm spindles . Can anyone tell me if larger 16X8 rims would work with the Volare IFS-or should I stick with 15X7??

Thanks

 

Ron

16x8 is pushing your luck. I have 15x8 and 15x7 is probaby a better plan if you're lowered. The Volare will turn very tight and you would have to fab a steering stop with 16x8s or the tires will hit the frame for sure. My buddies liken my truck to a creeper. I can just about drive the truck around in a 24x26 garage without opening the garage door. Parallel parking sure isn't a problem.

 

Fenders,

Thanks Man. Shortly after getting your reply I was able to lay my hands on a 16X8 rim. Everything you said was right on.

15X7 it shall be.

Thanks Again!

 

Ron

Just to clarify. The 8 in rim can and has been used by many in the back with stock fenders. The 7 is my recommendation for the front. Like I said, I have 8s all the way around but it is really pushing it in the front when lowered way down.

 

Fenders,

Gotcha. Thanks for the clarification. I like having option to run a bigger tire on rear.