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Old Jun 12, 2022 | 01:11 PM
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Volare front clip

Will a 15x8 wheel with a 4.25 backspace and -6 offset fit under the front of a Volare clip? 1956
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I had a 56 with the volare, I had 15x8 4 1/4 backspace, it worked but was tight on the brake caliper, I believe the -6 offset you are talking about must be with the tire mounted. I was running 70 series tires do not remember the size. On my panel which has the Volare I have 16x7 with 4" back space, 225/60R16 Goodyear tires. A -5 offset with this setup, if I aam correct on what the offset is. In your case I would say you are fine, the tire will be pretty close to your steering pitman arm. I went with 16's because they fill the wheel well better.
 
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If I went with a 15x8 with a 4 inch backspace It should be good, correct? The tire is a 225/70-15
 
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I would say you are good to go
 
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Thank you for the info. I will give it a try.
 
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