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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 12:48 PM
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i find finding correct wheel size very complicated lol, but i am getting new tires 33x12.5x15 and need new wheels aswell because i have the stock 16x7's on. i can not find any specs on the wheels at all and id like to know what size wheels could i fit on those size tires and clear the breaks and fit good. these are the wheels i have on now that i cant find the backspacing or offset for:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-16-Alloy...-/280733187451

i am just looking for some simple black steelies but i dont know what backspacing or offset or width i should get, any suggestions?
 
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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 12:53 PM
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What year is your truck?
 
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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 12:55 PM
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What year is your truck?
2001 sport 4wd
 
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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 12:56 PM
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I don't think 15" rims will fit at all. I don't believe they will clear the brake calipers.
 
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Old Mar 1, 2015 | 06:03 PM
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Go to this site - it will provide you with the specs for the factory style wheels - https://detroitwheelandtire.com/
 
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Old Mar 3, 2015 | 08:06 AM
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15" wheels wont fit properly, they have a double piston caliper and are mbigger and will rub. you can grind the caliper down or go with 16" like they came with. i had a 2001.
 
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