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Old May 19, 2003 | 11:30 PM
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Was looking at a set of wheels I want and they come in 15 x 8.5 with 3.5 and 5 in. backspacing. WHat is the backspacig I have now with my factory rims and will these new wheels fit my car ?
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Old May 19, 2003 | 11:35 PM
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Default Re: Quick question on backspacing on my wheels (MotorHead)

3.5 inch b/spacing is stock, measured from face of wheel flange where bead sets...to wheel center surface at lug nuts...on backside....

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Old May 19, 2003 | 11:42 PM
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Thanks actually the backspacing is 3 3/8 in. on the wheels, do you think that is OK ?
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The Cragar's that I just put on are 4.5" backspacing.
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