Thanks much for the input. I've got some time to think about this. Not sure that I want to put bigger tires on the back. Actually I never thought about that but it's a consideration. If I did that I'd probably raise the the front end too. Back in the 60's many of us raised up the whole car. It was the 'look', at least around here. The car doesn't have power steering so a set of 'skinnies' on the front is appealing too (just kidding). One thing...When I'm done, I'll be sure to post some new pics.
BTW Waygun... I like that wagon. I had '72 Fury wagon in the same color. Boy did I like that car. It had a 318/auto. It's one of the cars I wish I hadn't sold but it ended up in Alaska. I used to put studded snow tires on it (when we could) and it was the BEST car I ever owned for the snow.
Thanks again guys!
Your are welcome!!
Like lewtot184 has,the 2257015 on the 15X7 look awesome.
With that size,no need to jack up the front end.
Keep in mind anytime you change the ride height,it changes the alignment on a torsion bar suspension.
Either leave it alone or redo the alignment after setting the ride height.
Yes,you can fit a 2756015 on a 15X8 with a 4.5" backspace on the rear.
Perfect size tire for 3.23 or 3.55 gears, and run a 2257015 on a 15x7 with 4" backspace on the front.
Still old school looks and stance with a smooth ride.
Thanks for the compliment.
She is indeed a time capsule and an oddball with 318 3 on da tree trans with 3.23 gears,no radio,and no power steering.
The new wheels on her now are 16X8 with 2356016 which are 27.1 OD.
They look good since they still have a decent amount of sidewall rubber,and fill out the big wheel wells no problem.Handling is improved and rides beautifull on the freeway.
I did drive the Waygun last winter and I agree it is the best car for winter driving.The rear overhang give the car traction..
Being a standard is great for control in the bad schtuff,too.
In regards to old fashioned winter tires.She came with old Bias Belted H70-14 Tornado snows on the rears--which I still have stored in the garage!!
I do drive on them to local shows only nowadays--dont trust them on the freeways,LOL!!