bigger wheels?
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bigger wheels?
would it be too much of a jump to go from a 15 in rim to say something like a 17 or 18 inch rim.
I am not familiar with how backspacing causes issues, but if it helps the wheels will be going on a 96 F-150.
I am not familiar with how backspacing causes issues, but if it helps the wheels will be going on a 96 F-150.
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You can go with larger dia wheels no problem, as long as the backspacing is similar to the stock wheels and the tires you go with have shorter sidewalls so the overall tire diameter is similar to the stock tires. Stock tire dia is about 29". Too much backspacing can cause rubbing issues with suspension parts, like radius arms or leaf springs. Too little puts the tire too far out of the wheel well.
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You can go up to as large of a rim as you would like and as offered for a 35" tire. Im sure they have some 18" or 20" rim for some 35" tire, bu tI dont know.
The only problems that you could run into are long term axle problems, like premature bearing failure due to the added weight of the larger rims.
The only problems that you could run into are long term axle problems, like premature bearing failure due to the added weight of the larger rims.
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yeah thats the only problem, they are so expensive. so i don't know if i will be able to get them
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Your not annoying at all...besides, Im bored most of the time, and if not bored-Im not here 
Yeah, I agree. I have bullet hole factory rims (16.5") and like them, but want something like the EVO...but cheaper.
Yeah, I agree. I have bullet hole factory rims (16.5") and like them, but want something like the EVO...but cheaper.
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that seems to be the biggest problem for people on budgets and seeing stuff they really like and want but know they can't get it because they don't have the extra cash. once again thanks for all your help and advice.
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