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Tire Offset ???

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Old Jul 7, 2007 | 12:10 PM
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Tire Offset ???
Will a + offset stick my tire out farther giving me more clearance? Or do I need a - offset for that?
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Old Jul 7, 2007 | 12:35 PM
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A positive offset will keep the tires tucked under the wheel well and you will have a less likelihood of rubbing on the fenders. You should look for a wheel that has at least a 5.5 backspacing.
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Old Jul 7, 2007 | 12:41 PM
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I'm worried about rubbing on the controll arms at full turn.
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Old Jul 7, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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H2 wheels have a little less backspacing (wheels moved out a little) than stock and will clear the 315s with no rubbing.

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PG4X4,
I have BFG 315's mounted on 17X9 KMC Hoss wheels with 5.71 backspacing and they don't rub on the control arms or the fenders.
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