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Old 05-26-2010, 12:48 PM   #171
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Re: Dropmembered trucks

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Originally Posted by stickelspeed View Post
Hey Nate, on a 67-72, how much does a 28 inch front tire versus a 29 inch tire affect the turning radius and clearance to run super low ride height (assuming a 5-5.5in backspace and a 8.5" wheel)?...ie. I know it will clear but is a 29 a pain?
The extra inch diameter of tire will yield .5" less clearance at the fender lip. What's your definition of "super low"? You might kiss the fender at lock to lock when the truck is 2.5-3" off the ground. Hope that's low enough to cruise and turn at!
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