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05-06-2003, 04:15 PM

CanIroc

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Backspacing Question

I'd like to find a pair of rims in a 15X8 to mount a pair of BFG DR's on. I will go with 275/50/15.

What backspacing on the rims should I look for.
These will be going on the 88 with the BW 9 bolt with rear disk.

Bob

05-06-2003, 10:19 PM

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4.5" backspacing

05-07-2003, 05:16 AM

CanIroc

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What about 15X10 with 4.75" of backspacing? Would these be alright?

Bob

05-07-2003, 07:41 AM

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4.75" is what you should look for!!

05-07-2003, 09:58 PM

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on 10" you can go 5.5"

05-08-2003, 04:37 PM

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Originally posted by CanIroc
What about 15X10 with 4.75" of backspacing? Would these be alright?

Bob

I had 15x10 with a 4.825" backspacing with 275/50r15 tires. The sidewall of the tire would sit flush with the lip when measured with a yardstick. No rubbing problems. 5.5" would have been better, but was unavailable in the wheel style I wanted.

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