Need help with tires/wheels
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From: chandler
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I went to discount to get 32s put on the cherokee. They told me it was hitting the frame and could not install them for it wouldn't turn left. I have a 3.5" lift. What can I do? Do I need to space or backspace. Wheels are 15x8..
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From: Flint/Asheville
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 HO
Backspacing is an aspect of the rims. Stock rims have 4.5" of backspacing. This the measurement from backside of the rim to mounting surface. More backspacing, the more the wheels are tucked into the body; less backspacing, the farther the tires stick out.
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From: chandler
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Originally Posted by TheJerm
Backspacing is an aspect of the rims. Stock rims have 4.5" of backspacing. This the measurement from backside of the rim to mounting surface. More backspacing, the more the wheels are tucked into the body; less backspacing, the farther the tires stick out.
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Originally Posted by jeepin4fun97
That's what I thought. But wanted to make sure
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From: Oskaloosa Iowa 52577
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Originally Posted by dogger15
Also divide that in half with how much taller your jeep will sit than before with just tire change since half tire below axle and other half above it


