55 chevy back wheel size

[55chevyman]

what is largest wheel and tire combo you can put on the back of a 55 chevy with stock back suspension

[PRRC]

Depending on how much tire side wall you like you can use a 18x8 with a 4.50 B/S or a 20x8.5 with a 4.75 B/S
Tim

[MrQuick]

I agree,
but a leaf relocation kit is really easy to install on those for an even larger rim width.

[55chevyman]

do you think that a 17x9 on some 275s would work?

[PRRC]

Not with stock rear leaf springs.
Tim

[55chevyman]

how hard is it to do the leaf spring relocation kit. me my dad and jack stands or professional help?

[MrQuick]

we did a few drunk so it can't be all that difficult....I don't condone or suggest that you have to be drunk to do the job. Just be safe.

If you can remove a rear diff, leaf springs and use a die grinder you should be ok...do you have a 4/16 and a 8/32 wrench?~

You will have to cut and relocate the spring perch so welding will be done.

http://www.classicperform.com/Instru...PDF/5557RK.htm

[jy211]

I'm getting ready to do mine! Hopefully I can get it started soon and I'll snap pictures along the way!

[MrQuick]

Nice rides jy211

[jy211]

Thanks

[55chevyman]

ok well I got back from the yearone expierence today and got a bunch of ideas. I havent decided if i am going to relocate my springs but thanks for the info

[55chevyman]

with stock leafs do you think that 16x8 with 255/50/16 will work?