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Old 01-03-2010, 05:17 PM
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I'm getting ready to order some new wheels for my Cherokee. Just need an opinion on back spacing. The wheels offered are either 15X8, 3.75 or 15X8, 4.75. Which would be better with a 3.5 inch lift and 31X10.50X15 tires?
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I have a 4.5" lift and 31 and use 4" backspacing. They stick out a little, but tuck in nice too.
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3.75 i believe
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3.75 i believe
X2... 4.75 wont bring them out enough and I guarantee you wont like it.
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X2... 4.75 wont bring them out enough and I guarantee you wont like it.
I vote 3.75, that is what I run and they stick out a little.
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yep, I'd say go with the 3.75
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yep, I'd say go with the 3.75
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I tried a 16x8 with 4 1/2" bs on the front and the rim stuck out several inches beyond the flare.With any kind of sidewall bulge it would too much.
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With your options the best would be 3.75. If you could get it a 4" backspace is ideal
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Looks like it'll be 3.75 backspacing. I very much thank everyone for your opinion. It was very helpful.
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