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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 06:52 PM
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Question Tire Size - Width

I got a 99 f150 , and im in the process of liftin it , and the tires im lookin at r 15.50" wide , will that affect my turn radius ? and will they rub the frame when i turn ? if so , wat size backspacing on my wheels will i need ?

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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 09:15 PM
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Yeah...I'm betting you will rub. What size lift and tires are you installing? 10" or 12" wide wheels?

A 10" wide wheel with a 4" backspacing might be the best choice regarding frame rub...but it will increase your chances of rubbing the bumper and rear inner fender though. Stock backspacing is 4.5"
 
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im gettin 16x10s rims , and gonna have a 3" body and a 4" suspension lift , with 38x15.50 ground hawgs .......

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7" of lift and 38" tires will be pushing the limits. Most people run 35's with 6" of lift and come close.
 
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Old Dec 31, 2007 | 06:36 PM
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well i got just a 3" body lift on now , and sum 35s and i cud go bigger now , so shurly a 38 will fit with 4" more inches of lift , wudnt u say ?
 
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If you stay around 4 1/2 to 5'' of backspacing,you should be fine,you may get a very small amount of rub at full lock,but nothing to worry about
 
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ok thanks bud preciate it .......

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