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streetdemon70

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Can you fit a 275 40 17 tire on the back of a 70 coupe with out having to do major work to the fender well?
 
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Absolutely, with the right backspacing it will fit no problem.
I think most run a 17x9.5 with 5.5 backspacing with that tire.
Others will chime in I'm sure.
 

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yes they will fit. 17x9 '04 cobra wheels with 275/40/17s fit fine. my 18x9's fit good too

thats on my 68, so you should be good to go
 
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awesome thanks for the replys everyone.
 
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