Tire size problem

David A

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Sep 20, 2018
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I think I posted this in the wrong place so here it goes again.
My 65 Mustang is being restored and is about 2 weeks away from completion. I put wilwood power disc brakes on the front.
Going with 15/7 Magnum 500 wheels. My dilemma is the proper tire size. My restore guy says to use 215/70R/15. I’ve read that size might be too tall. I’m leaning toward 215/60R/15. He says that size is too wide. I have kept a stock suspension. I really need help on this issue. Thanks in advance
 
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Do what I do....take a couple wheels, go down to a used tire place(one that knows what they are doing if the wheels are nice) and fit up some temp tires for about $50, drive around with them and test for any rubbing. That being said, a 70 sidewall seems way too tall, at least if you care about handling, I dont see the shorter sidewall being significantly wider though(if any)