PS 17" pin drives/ Kirkham

thorconstr · #1 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 09:37 AM

Does anyone know the maximum width 17" tire and PS rim backset for a Kirkham 427? Thanks, Al

CowtownCobra · #2 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 10:55 AM

Hmmm,

Has anyone ever put 17" wheels on a Kirkham?

grumpy · #3 (**permalink**) 11-12-2003, 09:56 AM

Dont think so!
The geo/susp/looks, and a lot of other features do not support them.
grumpy

ps: Al, check toxins note, wondered when someone would comment, the key, they will let you know when they start the breakaway in the turns, I found 17's just do it, not sign of going, going, tulies!

thorconstr · #4 (**permalink**) 11-12-2003, 10:18 AM

Grumpy, I more than agree with you about the looks of 15"vs 17". I already have 15" and want to get 17" for track use. Thanks, Al

Tongue Pirate · #5 (**permalink**) 11-12-2003, 10:27 AM

Depending on which style wheel you go with the rim widths & backspaces may be different. When you get the allowable specs for tire size & back spacing talk to Phil at PS. He will let you know what he can do.

NROTOXIN · #6 (**permalink**) 11-12-2003, 11:59 AM

Get another set of 15s and put Goodyear slicks on them.

curtis

SPF604 · #7 (**permalink**) 11-12-2003, 05:46 PM

runn'n a second set of 15s with slicks is a good alternative. I've got a set of 17s for my SPF and they work great. You can always contact PS Eng and they will help you decide if they can build you a set to work on your car. Good Luck....hope it works