1980 Malibu tire size question

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Outdoordude76

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I want to run 275/60 tires on a 15x8 rim on the rear of my 80 Malibu, can anyone tell me what back spacing I will need?
 

81msw79

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I AM RUNNING THE SAME TIRE ON A 15X8 CHEVY RALLY WHEEL . I BLIEVE IT IS 4.5" BACK SPACING. IF YOU LOWER THE CAR YOU MAY NEED TO ROLL THE LIP INSIDE THE WHEELWELL.
 

comptwo

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Has anyone attempted a 18 x 9.5 wheel with a backspacing 5.25 in the rear! It's a custom wheel of course. I can get a finger between the inner rim edge and the frame,thinking longer studs and a small spacer will do the trick. The other issue will be the tire size in the profile height as the frame towards the rear of the tire comes back towards the quarter panel. Any help or supportive suggestions are needed. I'm new to this forum and glad I joined for the knowledge with my 80 Malibu!
 
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