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Max Tire Size

Old Sep 22, 2006 | 12:06 PM
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I only started this thread because I feel that the other post don't sufficiently answer my question....I have a 94 ram 4x4 that has MT classic II 15x10 wheels and Bridgestone Dueller A/T 32/11.50/15s. The tires come withing 1/4" of the fenderwell (rear) in the front when the wheels are turned. My question is can you really put 33x12.50s on the stock ram?(mine is stock by the way) I would like to go up to a 33x12.50s because they are a little cheaper, but i'm not sure that they will clear when the wheels are turned in the front! Keep in mind the springs(front and rear) are worn out and sag just a little. Thanx
 
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Old Sep 22, 2006 | 10:01 PM
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It isnt your springs, but your 10 inch rims. I'd hazard a guess they have 5 inches or less backspacing. This offset looks cool when the wheel is straight but that high offset brings the whole wheel and tire combination closer to the fender when turning.
Sorry to say, but the only cure is a narrower wheel with backspacing egual or more than half the total rim width. or a small lift w lift longer controll arms to kick the axle forward. With those 10 inch rims (and a lift) you may still touch when turning while the suspension is flexxed.
Good luck!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2006 | 11:06 PM
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you can get a cheap suspension lift for 284 from topguncustomz.com .. that'll clear those 33's with those wheels... i have 35x12.5's on 15x10s and soon getting a 3 inch body lift.. (total of 6 inches).. and it will probally still rub at full turn
 
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 10:46 AM
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I guess i'll have to go back with the stock wheels and 285/75s.....I think the wheels have been giving me hub problems also(Driver's side has went out twice)...I only bought the wheels because a friend of mine gave me the tires brand new off his 5.9 Limited Grand Cherokee with a 4 1/2 lift.....and yes I think they are 3 5/8 backspacing...thanx
 
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Old Sep 23, 2006 | 04:02 PM
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The further you move the centerline of the rim out, the harder it is on your truck...so yeah, that's probably been a contributing factor to your wheel bearings going out...as well as other accelerated wear on components that have yet to fail.
 
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