Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
04-19-2006, 11:30 PM
#21
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Thanks TW,
Now to the real issues.
I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
"Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
Any ideas?
As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
obstacles.
Thanks.
Now to the real issues.
I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
"Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
Any ideas?
As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
obstacles.
Thanks.
04-20-2006, 12:35 AM
#22
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 12:35 AM
#23
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 12:35 AM
#24
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 12:38 AM
#25
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 12:38 AM
#26
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Posts: n/a
Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 12:38 AM
#27
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Makes sense but ....
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
Here are the 'official" definitions. No I did not make these up. You might
ask why some measurements are inches and others on the same wheel in
metric... the answer is who knows, it has always been that way.
INSET/OUTSET Inset is positive offset, in which the center line of the
wheel is inboard from the mounting face of the disc. Outset in negative
offset, in which the center line of the wheel is located outboard from the
mounting face of the disc.
BACKSPACING Also called rear spacing. Distance from extreme back edge
of rim, not bead seat, to the mounting pad. To measure back spacing, lay a
straight edge across back edge of rim and measure down to the mounting pad.
Nearly all custom wheels use this measurement method to indicate the
location of the mounting pad in relation to the rim.
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145502935.479039.270310@u72g2000cwu.googlegr oups.com...
> I converted the 50.8 on the wheel you photographed from what I assume
> to be millimeters into inches, result was "2," so I am assuming that
> number denotes the offset of the wheel. Also assuming the picture was
> of a 7" wheel, I am guessing that the backspace of that wheel would be
> 5". Am I doing this correctly? (Just want to know so I can make
> sense of the numbers on whatever wheels I am looking to buy.)
>
04-20-2006, 08:19 AM
#28
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Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Hey Robert...I run a 31 10.5 on my ZJ with 4 to 5" of lift...I'm running the
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>
04-20-2006, 08:19 AM
#29
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Hey Robert...I run a 31 10.5 on my ZJ with 4 to 5" of lift...I'm running the
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>
04-20-2006, 08:19 AM
#30
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Need Wheel Offset Specs for ZJ, Wrangler, Rubicon
Hey Robert...I run a 31 10.5 on my ZJ with 4 to 5" of lift...I'm running the
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>
TJ Canyon rims...I get a touch of rubbing on the front control arms when in
a full turn, nothing that concerns me... my arms are BDS adjustables....if
your axles have been centered you should be fine
....http://img164.imageshack.us/img164/4...rdenpic2qx.jpg
Jeff
"Robert Bills" <RDBillsJr@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1145503821.068633.145710@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Thanks TW,
>
> Now to the real issues.
>
> I have a line on a set of TJ "Ravines" and also on a set of Rubicon
> "Moab" rims. Haven't been quoted a price on either yet, and am
> wondering what is fair for each style for a set of 4 used rims. The
> Moabs have a few scratches and probably need to be refurbished a bit.
> Any ideas?
>
> As to backspacing, Keven Fell at Kevin's Jeep Parts suggests 4.5"
> backspacing for 31 or 32" tires on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift. He usually
> knows his stuff, so I am wondering if anyone on this newsgroup has real
> world experience with 31x10.50R15 or 265/75R16 (32x10.50) with 5" or 5
> 1/2" backspacing on a ZJ with 3 1/2" lift, stock lower control arms?
> I have an ARB front bumper so rubbing there isn't an issue, but I am
> somewhat concerned with clearance between the tires/wheels and the
> front springs and control arms. This Jeep isn't going to run the
> Rubicon, but I do want to be able to handle some mild to moderate
> obstacles.
>
> Thanks.
>