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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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i got a set of rims for free and i was wondering if i could use them they are 15x8x4.5 with a backspacing of 3.75 will those fit and what does the backspacing do for the ride and the looks.
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 07:21 PM
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they will fit they will make the tire sit out further approx. 1" -1.25" depending on the bs of the stock wheels. just check local laws to make sure the tires dont stick out too far
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 08:30 PM
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soo is their a specific backspacing i need on my 99 xj or it doesnt matter
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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It all depends on the tire size and how wide a stance you want.
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:09 PM
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they will stick out a little. i think it looks great
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:12 PM
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4in back spacing with 12.5 wide tire. just to give you an idea. 12.5 in tire on a 15x8 rim looks a little wider than if you where running a 10.5 on a 3.75 back spacing

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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:19 PM
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that is the top selling rim and backspace sold here for wheeling.
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:28 PM
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so i found the rims i have..Soo will 3.75 backspacing look good
heres the link for these rims
http://www.quadratec.com/products/92601_0XX_B_PG.htm
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:31 PM
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I have 15X8 with 3.75 backspace if the photo helps any.
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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i run 3.75in backspace on 15x8.5 wheels with 31x10.50 tires. imo best look ever.
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 10:08 PM
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cool thxs guys and the pics helped
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 10:31 PM
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hey how can i messure the backspacing and make sure all the rims are the same bc now that i look at it two of the rims look different
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Old Jun 8, 2010 | 11:20 PM
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lay the rim face down and put a straight edge across the rim. then measure from the straight edge to the wheel mounting surface.
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