I'm looking for some new rims for my 2008 Chev 3/4 ton. I just want to stay with my stock LT 265 70R17 size. The stock beat-up rims, now relegated to winter tire service, are 7.5 inches wide. Some tire stores recommend 7 to 8.5 " wide rims for LT style tires in this size. The 7.5 aftermarket rims are not very common and I'm not sure why Chevy used that size. The LT 265 70R17 tire is 10.4 inches wide at the tread and just fits inside my wheel well when I turn lock to lock. Anyone have experience or recommendations for rim width? The 8 and 8.5" wide rims are easy to get. Thanks.
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