Bent Wheel...
 

Well, it has been confirmed -- I bent a wheel on my TJ. Well, I probably
did that a couple of months ago, but I did it anyway. I now have a rather
large number of weights on the wheel to compensate *laugh*. I never would
have guessed, but when I got them balanced and rotated, the guy said "this
one's bent". Great. Now I need a new rim. I went out searching, and as it
turns out, the rims have been discontinued
(https://secure2.nexternal.com/americ...mages/b778.jpg). I can order a
replacement from American Racing directly for $46.75 (+ shipping I believe).
If I do that, I'm going to order 2 so I can have a matching spare (I don't
even have a full size spare right now). The problem is, I don't know if it
is the same size/bolt pattern as the ones I have. It seems the bolt pattern
is the same, but what about the offset? What about the actual size (15x7 vs
15x8). I bought my TJ with these on it, so I have no clue. Is there a way
to find out other than having the tire taken off??

Which brings me to my next question. Since this bent so easily (I'm not
THAT rough on them while wheeling!), should I get something else? I need to
stay within a budget, so this would be the cheapest route assuming they are
the same size. But, what about the AR 767s? Any other thoughts on wheels?

I know if I keep this rim I'm going to trash that tire. I can't feel any
wobble now that it is in the rear, but I'm sure it is wearing that tire down
fast. I have a 16-hour each way roadtrip coming up in a couple of weeks
too.

Thanks guys.

Eric
99 TJ

Re: Bent Wheel...
 

Hi Eric,
All I can say is ask around the front end shops for a price.
I believe the TJ backspace is 5 1/2". Basic Wheel Measurements
defined: http://www.off-road.com/jeep/wheel.htm
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Eric wrote:
>
> You can have them straightened?!?! How much does that cost? If it's more
> than $46, I might as well buy the new wheel.
>
> By the way, if anyone knows, you do -- is there a way to determine offset,
> backspacing, and rim width with the tire on? Also, what IS offset and
> backspacing? I think I get them confused all the time..
>
> Thanks Bill!
>
> Eric

Re: Bent Wheel...
 

I'm guessing I have 4.5" backspace, then. Mine stick out just a bit more
than stock, and I only have 30.5ish size tires.

Eric
"L.W. (ßill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:3F25FAA6.2251A188@cox.net...
> Hi Eric,
> All I can say is ask around the front end shops for a price.
> I believe the TJ backspace is 5 1/2". Basic Wheel Measurements
> defined: http://www.off-road.com/jeep/wheel.htm
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Eric wrote:
> >
> > You can have them straightened?!?! How much does that cost? If it's
more
> > than $46, I might as well buy the new wheel.
> >
> > By the way, if anyone knows, you do -- is there a way to determine
offset,
> > backspacing, and rim width with the tire on? Also, what IS offset and
> > backspacing? I think I get them confused all the time..
> >
> > Thanks Bill!
> >
> > Eric