Wheel offset & 37" Tires

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Nov 13, 2009 | 09:23 AM

JeepyJeep

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Wheel offset & 37" Tires

OK I have read the FAQ's about offset and searched the forum...but I no get it.

If I am looking for 17" x 9" aluminum wheels for 37" diameter wheels, what offset is needed?

Nov 13, 2009 | 09:46 AM

iadventure

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If you can find 3.75 that would be perfect IMO.

Nov 13, 2009 | 10:39 AM

JeepyJeep

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Offset is a different measurement than backspacing.

Nov 13, 2009 | 10:42 AM

iadventure

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JeepyJeep

Offset is a different measurement than backspacing.

True, but with a 17x9 wheel and 12.5 or 13.5 tires, you will rub with a backspacing of more than 3.75. I have 17x8 with Toyo 37x13.5 and I rub a little bit so the extra .75 would be perfect.

Dec 11, 2009 | 02:52 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by iadventure

True, but with a 17x9 wheel and 12.5 or 13.5 tires, you will rub with a backspacing of more than 3.75. I have 17x8 with Toyo 37x13.5 and I rub a little bit so the extra .75 would be perfect.

iadventure .... what rims are you running?