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Old Feb 1, 2013 | 05:05 PM
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Hey i just ordered a set of Helo rims to go with my fierce attitude mts, 35X12.5X17, and the offset is -12. how far will it stick our from my stock tires?
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https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...dodge-ram.html

First link "THIS"

1.25" is the difference over stock. Then add 1/2 the difference of your 12.5" tires over stock 10.8" tires. 12.5-10.8=1.7, 1.7/2=.85

So, 1.25"+.85"=2.1"
2.1" wider
 

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Old Feb 1, 2013 | 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by dirtydog
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...dodge-ram.html

First link "THIS"

1.25" is the difference over stock. Then add 1/2 the difference of your 12.5" tires over stock 10.8" tires. 12.5-10.8=1.7, 1.7/2=.85

So, 1.25"+.85"=2.1"
2.1" wider
sorry forgot to mention its on a 2012 dodgeram 1500 crew cab; old display name lol
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Old Feb 4, 2013 | 07:46 AM
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sorry forgot to mention its on a 2012 dodgeram 1500 crew cab; old display name lol
thanks for the reply
Same still applies.
2.1" wider
 
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Old Feb 4, 2013 | 08:43 PM
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Pretty sure new rim width plays a factor.
http://www.gtsparkplugs.com/WheelOffsetCalc.html
 
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