Anyone actually running 18x9.5 fronts with 6.5"+ BS?

I feel there is a ton of conflicting info on this subject. I read everyone's comments that a 275 on a 9.5 wide wheel will fit no problem but it always turns up they have a 18x8 or 9 with 5-6" BS with a 245 or 255. On a normal 18" hoop will the tierod actually fit inside of the hoop and allow turning? I have a wheel fit tool (it's aalittle thicker than a hoop) and it hits the rod end and at full compression the tire hits the fender lip while turned.
I'm running the following:
68 barracuda
SPC uppers
73+ spindles
11/16 rod ends
Hotchkis strut rods
Hellwig sway
Fender corners cut and lip shaved

Uchoog1 is running 7.125" of backspace but I've heard it only fits because it's a cobra wheel and not a standard hoop. Is anyone actually running a standard or softlip regularly available hoop in 18x9 or 18x9.5 with more than 6.5" of back spacing? LMK or if you have pics please postem. Let's get this cleared up.

Thanks, sorry it's long winded
Keith