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What offset for some 18" wheels ??

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by TRDfarmerTN, Mar 27, 2015.

  1. Mar 27, 2015 at 9:34 AM
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    Looking to get some 18"s and do 265/65/18 tires but wonder what offset would be best I don't want them to stick out much and wanna make sure they don't hit the upper control arms any. If you have 18's let me know what what offset you have and post a pic
     
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    Stock ride height right? Best thing would be to score some factory 18" rims off someone if you can.
     
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    No it will have 5100's @ 1.75"
     
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    You'll have trouble getting a rim narrower than 8" - but most 265 width tires have a recommended rim width of 7.5" or less.

    Try a 18x8" rim with 4.5" backspacing.

    Since you're gonna use 265 widht tires - if you can get an 18x7" rim with 4" or 4.25" backspacing - go for that.
     
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    Thanks guys. I've seen a few guys on here with 265s on 18x9 so I figured it would work. My concern was would a positive offset like +12 be ok and not come close to rubbing the uca
     
  6. Mar 27, 2015 at 1:59 PM
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    265 on 9" :eek:
     
  7. Mar 27, 2015 at 6:14 PM
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