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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 02:52 PM
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What backspace is good to run 33*12.5*15, with a 4.5 in lift? ???
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 03:28 PM
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3.5-3.75 would be best
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 05:12 PM
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And that will keep them from rubbing the LCA and fender when flexing
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 05:30 PM
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With 33s you will probably hit your fenders when flexing, but you shouldn't get any rubbing on the LCAs. Did you remove your fender flares? What lift kit do you have? I know some manufactures list the best BS on their website.
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 05:49 PM
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I am going to trim them shortly...I have a zone 4.5 ...they say 32's with a 4.5 bs....but I want to go the next size up on tires
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