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dsraven · 12-13-2018, 08:04 PM

I think you will be surprised when you load an engine and trans in there and drive it around a little until the springs get "set". it could make all the difference. of course, a set of wheels and tires would also help. any idea of the diameter you will go with for tires? I have some 235/55r17's on mine. dan from pasadena has the same size on his truck. here is a link to his build. check page 108 for a pic with that size tire to see if you like it. those tires are 27.2" tall. I may end up with some 235/60r17's just for the extra height. it will affect the highway cruising rpm, and fuel mileage, a bit

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63698&page=108

here is a link to a tire size chart with a visual comparison tab and several other tabs. maybe come in handy for you.

https://tiresize.com/comparison/

12-13-2018, 08:04 PM	#30
dsraven Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: calgary alberta Posts: 7,885	Re: 1959 Fleetside Short Bed Project I think you will be surprised when you load an engine and trans in there and drive it around a little until the springs get "set". it could make all the difference. of course, a set of wheels and tires would also help. any idea of the diameter you will go with for tires? I have some 235/55r17's on mine. dan from pasadena has the same size on his truck. here is a link to his build. check page 108 for a pic with that size tire to see if you like it. those tires are 27.2" tall. I may end up with some 235/60r17's just for the extra height. it will affect the highway cruising rpm, and fuel mileage, a bit http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63698&page=108 here is a link to a tire size chart with a visual comparison tab and several other tabs. maybe come in handy for you. https://tiresize.com/comparison/