Hi all, Running a bone stock front and rear end in my '55 1st as you all know. couldn't pass up the deal and bought a set of 4 Tahoe rims with really good Goodrich rubber for $100.00. 245/75 R16. Problem is that the rims offset is way too deep and doesn't clear the old style tie rod ends in the front. Haven't tried them on the rear yet. Anybody use spacers to make this work in the past? I have no experience with such animals and need to know how much spacer I can actually use, where to get them, etc. Obviously I will have to put new and longer studs in the wheels. Was going to return them to the guy, but I figure the rubber alone is worth keeping them even if I have to get other rims. Also, will newer style outer tie rod ends make a difference regarding clearance on this issue? Andy
Andy, This was exactly what I contended with on my 3800. I finally found the PACERS that are on my truck. They have a 3.63 backspace which gave enough room for the tie rod end and the wheel weights. Spacers are fine as long as you maintain clearances and get in the routine of checking them every week or so for tightness. I think a wheel with a spacer has a tendency to loosen itself. You can find any kind of spacer you want on ebay including the ones that attach to your hub and have studs in them to attach the wheel to. I think that kind is the safest. If you have to space them out a 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch I think you can use that kind. Hope this helps. Gater
Those later wheels have lots of offset. Not sure you will be able to space them out enough, safely. Why not put some new tires on your old rims? Chris
