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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 08:09 AM
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I just ordered some wheels that are 17x9 with 4.75" back spaceing
I plan on running 35x12.5s does anyone see possible issuse with this before I mount my tires?

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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 08:19 AM
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You should be fine. The 4.5" backspacing is usually used as the basis for a 8" wide wheel. Since your wheel is wider than that, the back spacing can be a little more.
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