i have a 2011 Rubicon. Want to change out the 17" wheels for 18" and wrap them with 295 70R17 Toyos. Also have a 2" AEV spacer lift. What I dont understand is what backspacing, offset, and bolt pattern i need. I would like to keep the tires under the fenders as much as possible, but obviously dont want any rubbing. I went to order the wheels and the website lists multiple backspace, offset and bolt pattern numbers. I have NO IDEA what I need. Can any of you jeep experts help me out? Thanks in advance!

 

First off, if you want to run 295 70 R17, you need to run a 17" wheel, not 18". Not sure why you want to change to an 18" wheel. Bolt pattern is 5x5 and look for a backspacing of 4.50" or less. You can go on Tread Deport or Discount Tire Direct and input those specs and see a bunch of wheels that'll fit. Have you read the FAQs by chance?

 

Yup going to have a hard time fitting a 17'' tire on an 18'' wheel.

^^^^what he said and here's the link: https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...bie-has-18617/

 

X2 on that. Welcome to The forum

 

so sorry gentlemen. crazy busy with kids today. I really dont "want" to go to 18" wheels but the wheel I want only comes in 18 and 20, so obviously I meant to type 295 70R18 for the tires. I will check out the FAQ. Thanks again for the comments. Trying to mod a jeep can be very frustrating and confusing!

 

what wheel is it that you want that only comes in 18" or 20"?

 

Rockstars?

 

No they come in 17's now...

 

Fuel off road, Pump Matte Black D515. Please tell me they come in 17