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engine swaps and other performance upgrades, plus "factory" and Costello V8s

63BlueMGB Nick B Kansas City, Mo. (96 posts) Registered: 01/16/2011 05:17PM Main British Car: 1963 MGB

Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: 63BlueMGB Date: March 31, 2014 01:02AM I have got into a great debate with my brother about tires and wheels. While there is a convenience and price associated with my wheel choices, However I really want to do what looks best and I want to know what others think. I Really know this is all about preference but I also want to consider the other driving aspects of different sized tires and rims? Okay so these are the wheels I am going to use, Which is what I like better. Here is a 15 inch rim and tire This is what the car came with wire wheels Another version of 17 inch rims and tires, this looks like to much rim to me So what are your thoughts and opinions? Anything is appreciated and all comments are welcome

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: MGBV8 Date: March 31, 2014 09:13AM IMO anything over 15" to 16" max will look like to much wheel on an MGB. What is the size of the wheels & tires in your first pic? It still looks a bit overwhelming. The biggest issue I have is that I could lay on my back and crawl all the way under that car without needing a jack. Personally, I like 'em low. My MG won't clear a dead skunk in the middle of the road. :) [www.youtube.com]

Jim Stabe Jim Stabe San Diego, Ca (829 posts) Registered: 02/28/2009 10:01AM Main British Car: 1966 MGB Roadster 350 LT1 Chevy

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: Jim Stabe Date: March 31, 2014 09:42AM I think 17"s can look good but the stance has to be right and the wheel openings adjusted to make them look like they belong instead of being stuffed in. If you don't prepare the car for the larger wheels then I agree with Carl.

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: MGBV8 Date: March 31, 2014 10:27PM I stand corrected, 17s really can look good with the proper stance.

63BlueMGB Nick B Kansas City, Mo. (96 posts) Registered: 01/16/2011 05:17PM Main British Car: 1963 MGB

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: 63BlueMGB Date: March 31, 2014 10:33PM I like the bullit wheels myself and that is what I planned on using, However my point I was trying to make was with all the different tire and wheel choices I was putting out there all of them had the same tire ratio. So with the being said all the tires were the same size and the rims were the only thing that changed. Also the car does not have any weight in it at this point so the stance of the car is a little skewed

63BlueMGB Nick B Kansas City, Mo. (96 posts) Registered: 01/16/2011 05:17PM Main British Car: 1963 MGB

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: 63BlueMGB Date: March 31, 2014 10:42PM "IMO anything over 15" to 16" max will look like to much wheel on an MGB. What is the size of the wheels & tires in your first pic? It still looks a bit overwhelming. The biggest issue I have is that I could lay on my back and crawl all the way under that car without needing a jack. Personally, I like 'em low. My MG won't clear a dead skunk in the middle of the road. :)" Carl, First pic is with 245/45R17, I like them low myself and actually I can barely get underneath this cars as it sits now? I think with the engine in it and a few minor adjustments on the rear suspension it will sit lower than it appears now

Preform Resources Dave Craddock Redford,Michigan (359 posts) Registered: 12/20/2008 05:46PM Main British Car: 72 MGB V6 3.4

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: Preform Resources Date: April 01, 2014 12:58AM We have 17x9 BBS on our display mule with toyo tires that are the same dia as the stock B tire however we have cheated to get the car down low (IE; it's not properly done) but everything seems to clear. Dave Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 04/02/2014 05:21PM by Preform Resources.

danmas Dan Masters Alcoa, Tennessee (578 posts) Registered: 10/28/2007 12:11AM Main British Car: 1974 MGBGT Ford 302

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: danmas Date: April 01, 2014 11:58AM These two cars are near twins except for color and wheels. This gives a good comparison of the different tire/wheel sizes. Some prefer the red car, some prefer the green.

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: MGBV8 Date: April 01, 2014 12:22PM That's an 18" vs 15" comparison. Here's 16" vs 17" wheels: Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 04/01/2014 12:27PM by MGBV8.

BlownMGB-V8 Jim Blackwood 9406 Gunpowder Rd., Florence, KY 41042 (6470 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 12:59PM Main British Car: 1971 MGB Blown,Injected,Intercooled Buick 340/AA80E/JagIRS

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: BlownMGB-V8 Date: April 01, 2014 05:54PM More 17" wheels: One BIG advantage of 17's is that you can offset them to the inside past the steering knuckle, which lets you center the wider tires and keep the steering light, to say nothing of reducing the need to flare the bodywork. Jim

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: MGBV8 Date: April 02, 2014 10:11AM MGB is not very conducive to redrilling a new pattern. Not sure if there is a replacement axle that can be drilled to suit. So, time for that 8" rear. Problem is the front. There are workarounds there as well. No quick & easy solutions that I am aware of or I would already be running lightweight Miata wheels.

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: MGBV8 Date: April 02, 2014 12:56PM Yes.......or place an order for a front crossmember from Bill Guzman or Ted Lathrop.

jblanchard@hcpg.net Jeb Blanchard Collierville, TN (53 posts) Registered: 12/07/2007 01:01PM Main British Car: 1961 MGA Chevy 4.3 Vortec V-6

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: jblanchard@hcpg.net Date: April 03, 2014 12:33PM Wheels and tires are a matter of preference. Wheels for looks, tires for performance. Most modern wheels will take the punishment we dish out. In my case I choose 18" staggered wheels. Tire 275/35R 18 10.8” Wide Wheel 18X8 5-100 40HGR - Rear Tire 215/35R 18 8.6” Wide Wheel 18X9 5-120 40HGR - Front

billymgb1000 bill gaulin harrisville R.I. (74 posts) Registered: 11/30/2012 12:31AM Main British Car: 1974 MGB V8 LS1 5.3

Re: Lets Talk about Tire and Wheels? Posted by: billymgb1000 Date: April 03, 2014 07:01PM I don't know I still think it's yours do what is pleasing to your eyes. I know that's what I did and I love the look I have. I wish I knew how to fit my pics on here, I can only put some on

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