65 skylark 17 in wheels

Discussion in 'The Hides' started by 68chevyed, Mar 12, 2023.

  1. 68chevyed

    68chevyed Member

    Ok guys so if I go 17x7 in front it's 4 in. Bs ? And if I go 17x8 in back is it 4.5 or 5 bs on stock rear? Seems like I see both but not everyone says if stock rear or 68-72 which is wider. Trying to nail down to order my torq thrusts. Thanks
     
  2. LARRY70GS

    LARRY70GS a.k.a. "THE WIZARD" Staff Member

    No, more back space is needed on a 1965 car. Let the 65 guys guide you in that regard.

    If you look at the wheel chart, in 1965, Buick used 4.5" backspace on a 6" wide wheel.

    https://www.v8buick.com/index.php?attachments/wheelchart-jpg.158600/

    I'd go 5" BS on a 7" wide wheel, and 5.5" BS on an 8" wheel. Could you get by with less, I have my doubts.

    Let others post what they think before you pull the trigger.
     
  3. got_tork

    got_tork Well-Known Member

    15×8 5.5 bs,275/60. With 70 12bolt still have plenty of room.
    Chris
     

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