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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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Backspacing

I found some wheels that I like and they are 4.7" (4 11/16") BS. I think this w/ 35x12.50x17 will rub the rear of the fender. Anyone running similar backspacing and having success w/ it?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...AQ:MOTORS:1123
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 12:42 PM
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I think you're right...they're going to rub pretty badly.
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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Why is it that every wheel I like doesn't have the dimensions I need?!
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 01:43 PM
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Here's a handy way of getting an idea on different wheel and tire combos.

http://www.1000rims.com/rt_specs.jsp

For the left one, put in stock specs... I think 17 x 8 wheel with +42 mm offset, and 265/75 tire. On the right hand side, enter in info on the wheel/tire combo you're wanting to run.

At the bottom, it tells you exaclty how much the new combo with stick out, and offers suggestions.

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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 04:47 PM
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I like these

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...wheelModel=GA5
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 04:51 PM
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The specs say 17x8 with +25mm offset, which means those will work great.
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 05:25 PM
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Where did you see the specs?! I couldn't find anything (could be due to my lack of PC skills).
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 05:36 PM
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On this page:

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 10:07 PM
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You'll need at least 5.5" of backspacing and a positive offset. Mine is positive 14mm offset and 5 5/8" backspacing--- no rubbing with a level kit.
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