Re: Empi's: willthey work?

[My65notch@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-04-01 11:59:14 EST, you write:

> I want to get the 8 spoke empi's for my stock IRS Notch,  they're listed as
>  5.5 inch instead of the stock 4.5 inch ones.
>  
>  Question:  weill I get tire rub if I use stock 165-15 radials???
>  
>  If so what tire size can I get away with??
>  
>  they seem popular so I'm sure someone is using this combo.
>  
>  thanks;  Keith
>  parkkj@crd.ge.com

I've got 5 spoke empis ( also 5 1/2" wide) on my notch ( 65 - swing axle). At
stock ride height it shouldn't be a problem. I've lowered my car front and
rear, the fronts are 135's now but I'm sure 165's would rub. The rears are
165's and they tuck in nicely.

Dan