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Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

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Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

I just ordered a set of desser smooth 8.50x6 tires and tubes. Does anyone know if I will need to find axle or brake disc spacers to mount These on my 1999 7gcbc?
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

They should go on 6" wheels with no problem, unless you have clearance issues from the sidewall to the brake caliper, the you'll need the spacers.
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

You should be fine Gordon. My 31s just barely rubbed on the bottom side, and never had problems with regular 8.50s.
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

No spacers on my 7GCBC, either with the 8:50x6 or the 26" ABW on stock wheels and brakes. Maybe because the pads are worn, I'll know when I rivet on some new ones next annual. You might get lucky.
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

I think i will just wait till the tires come and see if i need spacers. Sounds like i probably wont need em.
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

Karmutzen, I sent you a pm. Check it out.
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Re: Spacers to mount 8.50x6 tires on a 99 7gcbc?

I installed the smooth 8:50 x 6's and the calipers rub on the tires so I do need spacers. I checked with airframe Alaska, they wanted $190 for the spacers and longer bolts, this seems high. Does anyone know where I can get spacers at a more reasonable price. By the way, I really like the tires. they are not bushwheels but are quite an improvement over the stock 6:00 x 6.
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