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Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:09 PM
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I found a set of 15x8 weld wheels with 4.5 backspacing for sale. Any body know if they'll fit without rubbing. I run hoosier slick 26 tall by i think 8 in wide tire
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:14 PM
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depends on how low your car sits. they might stick out a bit . if you could find 5.5 inch would be perfect. Im running 6.5 on 15x10's and mine sit flush with the fender with 26's.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:16 PM
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Stock height suspension.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:26 PM
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I think 15x8 with 4.5 bs would be good. I have 15x9 with 5.5 bs.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:40 PM
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k thanks for the input
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:54 PM
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The 4.5's will stick out further and def may rub the fender.
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 10:07 PM
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k thanks pro
Old Dec 14, 2007 | 04:08 AM
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Here read this buddy.

http://corral.net/projects/deepfreeze/dfwheels.html
Old Dec 14, 2007 | 06:36 AM
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Good information.
Old Dec 14, 2007 | 07:28 AM
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awesome information. thanks 89mustang50



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