1968 AMC Javelin Bolt Pattern & Tire Size
The 1968 AMC Javelin OEM tire size, bolt pattern, and wheel specifications are listed below. All data is based on industry-standard OEM reference specifications.
The 1968 AMC Javelin has a 5x114.3 bolt pattern, an OEM tire size of 215/70R14, and a 71.5mm center bore.
Other years of the AMC Javelin
1968 AMC Javelin Engine & Trim Levels
Detailed tire and wheel breakdown for the 1968 AMC Javelin
Tire geometry â 215/70R14
The 215/70R14 fitted to the 1968 AMC Javelin has a section width of 215mm and an aspect ratio of 70%, mounted on a 14-inch rim. That gives a sidewall height of 150.5mm (5.93") and an overall outside diameter of 656.6mm (25.85"). At highway speed this tire completes roughly 485 revolutions per kilometre, which is what your speedometer and odometer are calibrated against.
Plus-sizing window
If you want to upsize wheels on the 1968 AMC Javelin while keeping the speedometer accurate, target a 225/61R15 (plus-one). For a softer ride or winter setup, a 205/80R13 (minus-one) keeps the overall diameter within Âą3% of stock, which is the industry tolerance for ABS and stability control to stay calibrated.
Wheel fitment specs
The 1968 AMC Javelin uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 71.5mm hub bore. Safe rim width range for the OEM tire is 5.5J â 6.5J, and offsets in the ET-5 â ET5 window will clear suspension and fender without rubbing on most setups.
Tire pressure guidance
Manufacturer-recommended cold tire pressure for the 1968 AMC Javelin is printed on the driver-side door jamb sticker â always defer to that value, not to the maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall. Check pressure monthly and before long trips; under-inflation by 20% can reduce tread life by 25%.
OEM Wheel & Tire Specs
Frequently Asked Questions
What tire size does the 1968 AMC Javelin V8 AMX use?
The 1968 AMC Javelin V8 AMX uses 215/70R14 tires as standard equipment.
What is the bolt pattern of the 1968 AMC Javelin?
The 1968 AMC Javelin has a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a center bore of 71.5mm.
What is the wheel offset of the 1968 AMC Javelin?
The 1968 AMC Javelin has a wheel offset of ET0.
Other Vehicles with 5x114.3 Bolt Pattern
The following vehicles share the same 5x114.3 bolt pattern as the 1968 AMC Javelin, making wheel interchangeability possible (verify offset and center bore before swapping).