Would these work/what sizes would have best look?

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  1. drummer311

    drummer311 New Member

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    Ok, I have a 2-part question:

    1) would these wheels work on the front and back of my '72 Mav (I'm assuming so by reading some previous posts/answers):

    Cragar 365-5712 365 Series V-5 15X7 Bolt Pattern

    15'' x 7'' Wheels
    365 Series V-5
    Size: 15x7
    Bolt Pattern: 5x4.5
    Offset: -6mm
    Rear Spacing: 3.75

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    2) If I am looking for an iconic muscle car look, would I necessarily want the same size wheels all around the vehicle? would I want it wider in the back and thinner in the font?- and if so - what would be some quintessential sizes for the front and back that would look good and fit?

    I know this was long-winded, but I want to get this right and not regret a purchase. (The reasoning for black rims is that I saw member Joe Dirt's pics and I really like the look he has going on there). :D
     
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    drummer311 New Member

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    Anybody?....
     
  3. Joe Dirt

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    Thats whats all around on my car ride height is the killer on tire size choices.
     
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    Quick question.

    I guess offset -5mm will fit in front, in 15x7 wheel?

    But If offset is 0mm, backspacing 4" in 17x7 wheel,
    Will it fit in front?
     
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    I was at a tire/rim shop one day asking the same questions...they asked me to bring the car in and they would mount a few and see what i liked and would fit. maybe a shop could do the same for you.
    once they mount one tire they can tell if you can go bigger tire/more BS.

    ...:Handshake...
     

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