Wheel Spacers
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Wheel Spacers
I recently put on a set of LT275/70 R18 tires and factory rims off a 2024 F350 on my 01 F250. Issue I’m having is rubbing on leaf springs at full turn. I added 1/2” spacers but still have a a little rubbing. Can I double these up to get more clearance?
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Laughing Gas
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From: San Diego, CA
Unfortunately, you can't get a bolt on spacer that is less than 2" to work as the stock studs will protrude out too far and make contact with the wheel unless:
1) You trim the OEM studs (meh)
2) Get a set of wheels that have cavities where the stock studs could protrude into
The only other option is the 0.5" slide on spacer which in my opinion is fine.
I am running 2" spacers with a 4.25 backspace wheel -- No issues aside from it is hard to turn when cold getting out of a parking spot. The added width results in more force required from the steering system. Once you're moving though, its great - very stable feel. I feel a backspacing of 3.0 to 3.5 would be a sweet spot for 35 / 37 inch tires with 12.50 width. (Example would be running 4.00 backspace wheel with a 0.5" slide on spacer).
1) You trim the OEM studs (meh)
2) Get a set of wheels that have cavities where the stock studs could protrude into
The only other option is the 0.5" slide on spacer which in my opinion is fine.
I am running 2" spacers with a 4.25 backspace wheel -- No issues aside from it is hard to turn when cold getting out of a parking spot. The added width results in more force required from the steering system. Once you're moving though, its great - very stable feel. I feel a backspacing of 3.0 to 3.5 would be a sweet spot for 35 / 37 inch tires with 12.50 width. (Example would be running 4.00 backspace wheel with a 0.5" slide on spacer).
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I used the .5 but need a bit more. It helped but not perfect which is why I was thinking to just get another set of those if studs are long enough. I wish there was a way to mechanically just stop the turn so it won’t go as far. It’s just a little more I need.
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If you want to limit the steering to prevent tire rubbing with those late model wheels this may help. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-only-8-a.html
I still think that the 2” hubcentric spacers/adapters are a better choice, these trucks have a bad enough turning radius as it is without taking more away with the linked method. Many, many folks have gone the spacer route with the older front leaf spring trucks running late model wheels.
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EVERY dual rear wheel pickup has factory spacer/adapters mounted on the steer axle.
I’m talking about BOLT ON adapters that then have another set of pressed in studs for the wheel to mount to. Properly installed and maintained they are not dangerous at all.
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I did the research on spacers last year and Rough Country has very high quality wheel spacers and I never looked at the cost. I have been against wheel spacers all of my life, but with the technology of modern machining and proper guidance from a quality company like Rough Country, I felt comfortable using their products.
Since then, I have had many friends buy them as well, which solved their issues of vibrations and more. So I feel good in my decision.
REMEMBER, HUBCENTRIC! if not, you WILL have issues with drivability and safety! $100 per set, and YES, you need to do front and back!
https://www.roughcountry.com/product...-spacers-1094c
Since then, I have had many friends buy them as well, which solved their issues of vibrations and more. So I feel good in my decision.
REMEMBER, HUBCENTRIC! if not, you WILL have issues with drivability and safety! $100 per set, and YES, you need to do front and back!
https://www.roughcountry.com/product...-spacers-1094c
- Center Bore: 4.8"
- Thread Pitch: M14x1.5
- Spaces wheel 2" allowing use of wider tires.
- Works with hub-centric OE wheels and lug-centric aftermarket wheels
- Made from 6061-T6 Aluminum.
- Spacers are corrosion resistant.
- Studs are preinstalled.
- Sold in pairs.
- 8 x 170mm bolt pattern
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I just added these spacers to my truck they are made of 6061 t6 aluminum. My worries are they are lug centric. I've cleaned the rust of the hubs .I did the star pattern I torque them to spec. They are made by kac.how do you gentleman feel about this will I have problems its a 4x4 im 65 don't drive like a crazy man and not much off road. Will they be safe.thanks
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