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tfs2121
06-29-2004, 08:11 PM
hello everyone i was wondering if anyone has tryd to fid 275/50R15's on a capri befor or if anyone knows if the will fit...

im getting some BFG comp T/A drag radials and i want to know if they will fit befor i have my work order them for me thanks...
mikejb
07-02-2004, 12:46 AM
They will fit on a 10 hole. On your 85 you will have to either flip the quads are take em off or the will rub. Also you might have to take a hammer to the inner fender wells. There were a few spots on my 82 I had to hammer. Also you will have to take left and right hand turns slow or the sidewalls will rub the fender lips like in this pic. http://home.comcast.net/~mike82gt/82pics/DRrub.jpg http://home.comcast.net/~mike82gt/82pics/82DRs.jpg
mikejb
07-02-2004, 12:51 AM
Also when you put em on have a buddy push your car about 10 feet to listen for rubs. You could roll the fender lips. If you have lowered the car I have no idea if the above info will work.
Mumfts85gt
07-02-2004, 06:44 AM
They aren't recommended for 7" wheels. I have known alot of people who ran 265/50s on the 10 holes, not recommended either. There shouldn't be much difference in size between the two.
Mumfts85gt
07-02-2004, 06:44 AM
They aren't recommended for 7" wheels. I have known alot of people who ran 265/50s on the 10 holes, not recommended either. There shouldn't be much difference in size between the two.
evlrs84
07-02-2004, 12:08 PM
There's no traction gain between 275s on 10 holes and 235s on 10 holes. The improper fit will not give you any better foot print. I run the 235s and am VERY happy with them, and am glad that I have a tire that fits properly.
mikejb
07-02-2004, 12:43 PM
Your right it's not recomended for 7inch wheels. As for driveability I have had none. For the record those tires on those wheels have seen low 11's before I tradded for em.
FunkRider82
07-02-2004, 12:57 PM
I wouldn't run any more than a 225 or 235 on a 7 inch rim. It looks stupid, adds rotating weight and only costs you more money.
Mumfts85gt
07-02-2004, 01:17 PM
The width of his rims was never mentioned. It is amazing the difference between 225s and 235s on 10 holes as far as looks and, I would suppose, traction.