Chevrolet El Camino Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Chevrolet El Camino used a 5x4.75" (5x120.7 mm) bolt pattern for all models from 1978 to 1988 along with tire diameters ranging from 25.3" to 25.5" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Chevrolet El Camino years and options. In this case, a 125/80R17 temporary spare tire is the recommendation for all applications. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Chevrolet El Camino spare tire.
1978-1988 Chevrolet El Camino Spare Tires
This generation of the Chevrolet El Camino began in 1978 and was available through 1988. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
There was a facelift redesign in 1982 that updated the styling, but the spare requirements stayed the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.5" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5x4.75" (120.7 mm) | 25.3" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" |