Backspacing ?
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JK Junkie
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Backspacing ?
I am getting a 2.5 Teraflex BB and am wanting to go with a 33x11.5 tire. Will I be able to use the stock 16" wheel and get no rubbing? I don't know what backspacing they have or what would be required.
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Of course, other options you might want to consider are installing wheel spacers or getting new wheels with maybe 4.75" of back spacing or less.
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JK Junkie
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The factory rubicon tires measure to about a 10.50ish wide and the wheels have 6.25" of back spacing. With the 11.50's, I would think you wouldn't have any rubbing issues as there does seem to be enough space to clear them but if you do, it would be minor and only when turning to the left and only because of the slight axle shift you will have. This can easily be fixed by adding a washer or two to your steer stop though
Of course, other options you might want to consider are installing wheel spacers or getting new wheels with maybe 4.75" of back spacing or less.
Of course, other options you might want to consider are installing wheel spacers or getting new wheels with maybe 4.75" of back spacing or less.