Can't get my 911R rims to fit my SWB...

[hgarazo]

I'm actually getting close to getting my '68L project at least mechanically done.

I planned on running Deep 6's with 195/65 and 911R's with 215/60 using Pirelli P6000 tires. My mechanic said that using a 3/4" spacer, the tire just clears the spring plate and will not work for the fender. I now may have to go with 205/60's.

This was the set up I had found works after researching on the board, using 55mm studs and a 10mm spacer, and maybe a little neg camber depending on how much you lower the car. Obviously, I am nowhere near that setup.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

[Hester]

When Dick Barbour set up Hester's 911R's (she has five -one in the trunk), he used 26mm spacers. When I changed tire sizes because the 185/70/15 tires were virtually unavailable, I bought 15mm spacers and the 195/65 (front) and 205/65 (rear) fit nicely inside the fenders. I don't know if your SWB is different.

[super9064]

This is something that worries me, I'm building my 68L into a 911R tribute, but am not putting on the rear flairs. I have 7R wheels, and wonder if its going to be a fit problem. If the 7R wheels fit a SWB then why did the factory put flairs on the 911R?

[911pcars]

215/60x15 tires with spacers are too wide for the rear SWB fenders. They will create a crescent-shaped burn area about 2" up from the wheel lip.

You can verify by mounting the tires/wheels in the back, then add weight to the rear while observing the space between tire and fender. Don't use your finger for this procedure.

Sherwood

[Soterik]

I didn't do the fitment....my mechanic Monty at Redmond European did it.

But, we do have 7R's on the rear with 225/50/15's. The fender lips are rolled, we have 1/2" spacing, and we had to shave the springplate bolts, in addition there is some negative camber dialed in. I've never scraped or burned anything on the paint yet.

Eric

[MarcS]

I've never scraped or burned anything on the paint yet.

Eric

That's because I've never ridden with you; ask Higgy about it.

[hgarazo]

I read others had done it on a SWB, so I figured the 215/60's would fit.

I may go ahead and try the 205/60 or 205/65's. I have to see what's available for the P6000's.

Thanks for the info. I'll let you guys know.

[911s55]

Going to a 205 will only give you 5mm less on each side, you should be able to get that with a little more negative camber. How much are you running now? A 205/65 is even taller than a 215/60 so you'll still have your fender issue.

Also I'm currently shopping a couple of different tire sizes and sets and heard that the Pirelli P6000 is being discontinued. It is not avilable in 205/65 and the 205/60 is H rated. Even if available check for freshness dating. I just purchased a closeout Bridgestone from Tire Rack for a spare and it is a "brand new" three year old tire.

David

[jaudette3]

On my '67 SWB I'm running 911R 7" wheels with 22mm spacers and 225/50's. The inside of the fenders had been very slightly shaved before I got the car. I haven't had any clearance problems. More info here.

Cheers,
JohnA

[tomkirkcis]

I am running 7R wheels at all 4 corners of my 67S targa. The tires are 225/50 all the way around. the spacers on the rear are 15mm and the fronts are 18mm. The sheet metal has NOT been rolled. I did grind the adjusting bolts on the rear trailing arm for a little more clearance. The 215/60 are taller than the 225/50s and that may be the difference. tom