Wheels..... what size? Backspacing?

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  1. josh thomas

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    I think I'm gonna grab up a pair of draglites for the maverick

    I know I need the 4 lugs. Should be 4 x 4.5 correct?

    Is there a certain size I should be looking for and a certain backspace?
    i was thinking something like 15 x 7's and putting some 235's on them. Not drag racing at all just street use so I'd imagine thats enough tire for what I'm doing.
     
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    Found a guy with a set of 15 x 8 4 lug weld rears and 15 x 3 fronts. Don't think I'll be using the fronts but will those size rear wheels fit? Any specific backspacing I'll be needing?
     
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    With 15x8s, I would think 3" to 4" of backspacing would be fine. Always best to just test fit them before handing over the dough, if he is willing of course.
     
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    He's a friend of a friend but unfortunately can't test fit til I get home and thats another month or so.
     
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    To keep centered in the wheel well ...
    7" rim -> 3.5" - 4" backspace
    8" rim -> 4" - 4.5" backspace
     
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    Thanks for the info.
     

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