I've got some 185/60-13's on TR7 5.5" rims under one of my 1980 Spitfires
with no rubbing.
But understand, offset is everything. A 2" wide wheel will rub if the
offset is wrong enough. If this is for your '66, there is also the matter
of the different bonnet shape up front, and shorter axles in the rear.
----- Original Message -----
From: <JHMDDS@aol.com>
To: <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 12:06 PM
Subject: [Spits] Tire size revisited
> Hi list,
>
> Yesterday I asked about tire sizes for my new 13 x 5.5 wheels on my '66
> Spitfire. Several helpful people responded with the standard 175- 70R 13
> size.
> I was hoping to use something wider and maybe with a shorter profile,
> giving
> the car a more aggressive look (ie possibly 1895 or 195-60s). I also am
> giving some consideration to using a wider size on the rear. Does anyone
> know
> what is the widest tire that won't rub on a non modified fender well?
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