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Jan 20, 2005 | 05:16 AM

wiz1

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16.5" wheels

I wonder if 16.5" wheels would fit on my '03 4x4 Im not to fond of the 17" tire choices just thinking out loud

Jan 20, 2005 | 05:48 AM

Hounddog

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Probably would have to be 16s.The 16.5 are a dinosaur and just about gone.Probably won't find any 16s that will clear the brakes.The 17s just about don't.The choice of 17s out there will get better as I think Ford is now using 17s.Not sure about G.M.but I bet not far behind.If I did any kind of swap it would be to 19.5s.Big choices and all are LONG wearing.

Jan 20, 2005 | 08:59 AM

Patrolman808

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My next swap will more than likely be to 19.5's or 22.5's just b/c I won't ever have to buy tires again.

Jan 20, 2005 | 12:09 PM

Bubba_CTD

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You'd have to grind away at the brakes in order to fit anyhting smaller then a 17".

Jan 20, 2005 | 12:23 PM

Raspy

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They might fit. It would be fun to try a set. The clearance to the 17" wheel is only about 3/8" or so but the steel 16.5" wheel would be thinner and may fit, depending on their shape. The backspacing will be different and that may be a problem too. The 17" wheels have a better bead lock system than the old 16.5" style.

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