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Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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ok i finally am getting the fund$$ to get the rims i want craeger d windows what backspacing should i go for a stock zj with 225/75/r15 4.750 or 3.375

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Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:11 PM
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I got them in 3.75 I think and they look really good. I would go with 4.25 next time maybe but I am happy with 3.75.
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Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:14 PM
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do you have any problems with rubbing...do they stick out far and what size tire do you run with them
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Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:14 PM
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3.75 for an 8 inch
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Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:16 PM
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I have 30s on right now with a 4" lift but befor I had a 2" lift and had no problem with it at all. The sidewall of the tire is just a little out past the fender but it looks good!
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 09:31 AM
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oh ok thanks ill post pics when i get the rims probably in the next week or so
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 10:41 PM
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This is what Mine looks like. Best photo I have ha
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 11:01 PM
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3.75 backspacing is just right for that rim...
Hope you could post some pics after you have installed them...
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 09:01 PM
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well the summit rims are on back order till 5/1/10
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