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Old Jul 5, 2021 | 10:28 AM
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Need your thoughts. please.
I'm running factory Wheels & Tires on a Z-51.

FRONTS 245/35 - 25.82" diam. on 19" x 8.5" rims
REARS 285/30 - 26.82" diam. on 20" x 10" rims

I'm wondering what issues, problems and/or differences I may have if I stay with the same REARS, but go with a 20" FRONT and narrower profile? See below

FRONTS 245/30 - 25.82" diam. on 20" x 8.5" rims
REARS 285/30 - 26.82" diam. on 20" x 10" rims

I found a rim that I really like, however it doesn't come in a 19"

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Old Jul 5, 2021 | 10:49 AM
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Make sure the offset will clear the brakes. You can use https://www.willtheyfit.com/ to calculate what the difference is between your old setup and new
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Old Jul 5, 2021 | 12:51 PM
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I agree. As long as the offset/back space is the same you will be fine. Same exact OD and same section width so you will have more difference if you change tire brand/model than from going 19 to 20.
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Old Jul 5, 2021 | 10:37 PM
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I'd simply find another, correct sized wheel I liked... there are so, so many.
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