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Old Apr 19, 2020 | 09:14 AM
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Hi, on my 1997 B3500, the rear wheels are set more inside than the front wheels, I wanted to ask if anyone here has used wheel spacers on the rear, thinking it might drive better , I was thinking to get 2” spacers, and try them, but was hoping to get some insight as to whether they were worth the money or if they are even safe, they are mixed reviews all over the internet,,,,thanks
 
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Old Apr 19, 2020 | 11:07 AM
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I wouldn't do that. You will see no benefit and only take risks. Just my 2 cents worth.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2020 | 06:28 PM
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I hate to post a generic link, but this one explains it quickly.

https://www.quora.com/Why-do-cars-ha...ar-track-width

It is made that way for a reason.
 
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Old May 9, 2020 | 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by peppster66
Hi, on my 1997 B3500, the rear wheels are set more inside than the front wheels, I wanted to ask if anyone here has used wheel spacers on the rear, thinking it might drive better , I was thinking to get 2” spacers, and try them, but was hoping to get some insight as to whether they were worth the money or if they are even safe, they are mixed reviews all over the internet,,,,thanks
I have been reunning the 2inch spacers on the back for 2 years and 10,000 miles with no problems. Also It is a 1998 B3500 camparvan. Weighs about 10,000lbs. Ha the special alighnment,new monro shocks. The air pressure in tires is 65 front,75 reas. Running general grabber AT2. Had michelens,but did not like them. A big difference is the IDLER arm tourqe. was only at 75 lbs(light duty) Put them to 110 lbs (heavy duty) ,made a big differance. Drives real strait at highway speed. Wind pulls a bit,Dont notice semis anymore.
 
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Old May 9, 2020 | 07:40 PM
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Thanks for your reply, just wanted to ask about your special alignment, is there anywhere I can read up on this?, I’m interested to know more, thanks,,,
 
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Old May 10, 2020 | 10:45 AM
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Go to class b forums,i believe that is where i stumbler across it. Any good shop,even a chrysler dealer will know about this.
 
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