Rim dimensions that wount rub
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Rim dimensions that wount rub
Hi I was wondering what backspacing and offset would be optimal for my truck without rubbing. I still have the stock 16x7 3 spoke alloy rims and would like to stay at a 16" rim and just swap out my 285/75/16 Mastercraft Courser axt's to the new rims but I would also like a wider stance (say about 1.5-2"). I've looked at several and the closest I found was the Dick Cepek Black DC-2 16x8. If anyone could help I would greatly appreciate it.
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What's backspacing on those wheels? Stock I beleive is 4.5 inches. Going less will move the tires out further. Of course, that alters the side loads on your wheel bearings as well, and they will wear faster.
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Backspacing is far more important than offset. Offset is calculated from backspacing....
You can go a bit wider, and keep the stock backspacing, and shouldn't have much trouble with rubbing. If you go more BS, you WILL hit the control arms, less, and you may hit the bumber/fender liner...... best bet is to test fit your wheel/tire combo if you can....
You can go a bit wider, and keep the stock backspacing, and shouldn't have much trouble with rubbing. If you go more BS, you WILL hit the control arms, less, and you may hit the bumber/fender liner...... best bet is to test fit your wheel/tire combo if you can....
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Ok thanks. I always thought backspacing was determined from offset. So with these rims would there be any rubbing and how much extra will each wheel move outwards? My current 285's on stock rims only rub when turning full tilt and only in one direction but I cant remember which way atm.
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The rims are an inch wider, so, if you stick with the same offset, they will stick out an inch further. They will also probably rub in the same spot..... I think the D44 has adjustable stops for steering though? Might wanna have a look and see.
Backspacing and offset and mathematical relationships. Given rim width, and one or the other, the third value can be found....
Backspacing is the distance from the rim inner bead, to the mounting surface. (on the hub) Offset is the distance the mounting surface is from the centerline of the wheel.
Backspacing and offset and mathematical relationships. Given rim width, and one or the other, the third value can be found....
Backspacing is the distance from the rim inner bead, to the mounting surface. (on the hub) Offset is the distance the mounting surface is from the centerline of the wheel.
