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18 inch wheel backspace

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Old Dec 16, 2014 | 05:15 PM
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Does anyone know what the wheel offset needs to be to run 35/12.50r18's. I am looking to use 18 inch Pro comp 7036 with a 5 inch backspace. Will the tires rub?
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Old Dec 16, 2014 | 06:06 PM
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For that setup it probably would not "rub". But we need to know more about your suspension setup to know for sure.
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Old Dec 16, 2014 | 06:09 PM
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There is some backspacing info in both of the threads stuck right to the top of this modified section.

Since the same 'size' tire can be taller/shorter/narrower/wider based on which mfg or whatever, and lift heights vary, and fender choices vary, and specific builds vary - there isn't a one size fits all answer. But, a 4.5" backspace is a common recommendation for a 35x12.50 tire. (As the bs increases, the rim/tire moves further into the wheel well.)
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Old Dec 17, 2014 | 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by JeepJK2014
Does anyone know what the wheel offset needs to be to run 35/12.50r18's. I am looking to use 18 inch Pro comp 7036 with a 5 inch backspace. Will the tires rub?
I have a AEV 2.5 inch lift any everything else is stock Sahara. I am looking at bfg ko2 and pro comp 7036 with a 5 inch backspace.
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