1969 Firebird Update:  2-4-15

Kinja'd!!! "jlmounce" (jlmounce)
02/04/2015 at 11:56 • Filed to: Firebird

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It's been a couple cold months mixed in with the holidays, so I haven't had much time to do anything with the car. I do have a quick update now however.

I ordered wheels and tires about a month ago and they showed up yesterday. I mounted a rear wheel to check fitment and all is good. In fact, I could have gone wider. These are a 17x9.5 with a 275/40/17 BFG Sport Comp 2. I've got a solid inch and a half inboard that I'm not using. I may check fitment of these up front and order a 10" wheel with a 285 tire for the rear.

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Glass service is coming out on Friday and will be installing front and rear glass. I've got to replace a single stud on the driver front rotor and then I'll be able to take it for a quick shakedown to make sure I don't have any rub issues.

Getting ever closer!


DISCUSSION (2)


Kinja'd!!! MysticStick > jlmounce
02/04/2015 at 12:49

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Wow, that is really nice. The Torq Thrust IIs look really good. Don't think I would worry about width for now although it is nice to be able to have more later. I'm impressed how well the wheel/tire package goes with the car. More pics when you get time?


Kinja'd!!! jlmounce > MysticStick
02/04/2015 at 13:08

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You're probably right. Since these will also end up being my track wheels, sizing is better for more common r compound tires. Once the glass goes in on Friday and I get the rest of the wheels mounted, I'll be sure to get some higher quality photographs!