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07-01-2005, 10:44 PM | #1 |
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Backspacing Question...
Hi all,
I have a 72' shortbed with a 3.5" front 5" rear drop. I want to purchase a set of 17x9.5" wheels (all around) What backspacing should I be looking for? I am thinking of tire sizes in the 265/55-17 range. Thanks for any input, -Fred |
07-01-2005, 11:52 PM | #2 |
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4.5 or 5" b/s usually does the trick.
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07-02-2005, 07:39 AM | #3 |
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CHEVYE,
Thanks for the reply, now what is it 4.5" or 5" Thanks, -Fred |
07-02-2005, 02:59 PM | #4 |
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either will work
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07-02-2005, 05:50 PM | #5 |
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I am not sure a 9-1/2" wide rim will work on the front, especially with a 3-1/2" drop. I have a 4" drop on my '72. I have an 8" rim with a 5" backspace. I started with a 4" backspace it the tire rubbed. Remember, a 9-1/2" rim is actually 10-1/2" wide.
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