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hdff · 11-17-2015, 11:08 PM

I am thinking about putting some 15x10 rallies on the back. Could someone help me understand back spacing. I have 15x8 wheels now and don't want the 10" to stick out side of the fenders but go more inside towards the bed. Summit has some with 5" offset and 4.5" offset. Which one would give me the look I am looking for without rubbing ? I am not looking for a deep dish look but want the meat look from the back... Thanks

**Stocker** · 11-18-2015, 12:26 AM

Maybe this will help: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/...jsp?techid=101

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Backspacing, similar to offset, is the distance from the hub mounting surface to the inside lip of the wheel (measured in inches).

original-71 · 11-18-2015, 11:12 AM

if I remember right my 15x10s were 5 inch backspace, and were perfect. 4.5 would be pushing the wheel more out towards your fenders.

**CC69Rat** · 11-18-2015, 01:59 PM

The 71 axle housing is a bit wider than the earlier year models too.. so yes. If the choices are 4.5 or 5 go with the 5" BS.

Most of the guys running 20x10 use 5.5" BS on the later model trucks. 5.75 for a big static dropped truck, 6" or more even on a bagged truck.

What size tire are you thinking?

11-17-2015, 11:08 PM	#1
hdff Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: pasadena,TEXAS Posts: 880	Need some wheel info I am thinking about putting some 15x10 rallies on the back. Could someone help me understand back spacing. I have 15x8 wheels now and don't want the 10" to stick out side of the fenders but go more inside towards the bed. Summit has some with 5" offset and 4.5" offset. Which one would give me the look I am looking for without rubbing ? I am not looking for a deep dish look but want the meat look from the back... Thanks __________________ 1971 Cheyenne SWB 402BB, 700R4, 3.73 posi, PS, PB, A/C, Tilt, Tach "Wanda" Don't argue with idiots, People watching may not be able to tell the difference... There's someone in my head........But it's not me...... cheap tricks thread great info here!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

11-18-2015, 11:12 AM	#3
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: Need some wheel info if I remember right my 15x10s were 5 inch backspace, and were perfect. 4.5 would be pushing the wheel more out towards your fenders. __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

11-18-2015, 01:59 PM	#4
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,206	Re: Need some wheel info The 71 axle housing is a bit wider than the earlier year models too.. so yes. If the choices are 4.5 or 5 go with the 5" BS. Most of the guys running 20x10 use 5.5" BS on the later model trucks. 5.75 for a big static dropped truck, 6" or more even on a bagged truck. What size tire are you thinking? __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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