More tire help **sorry**
02-16-2013, 08:48 AM
#1
JK Newbie
Thread Starter
More tire help **sorry**
i have a 2011 Rubicon. Want to change out the 17" wheels for 18" and wrap them with 295 70R17 Toyos. Also have a 2" AEV spacer lift. What I dont understand is what backspacing, offset, and bolt pattern i need. I would like to keep the tires under the fenders as much as possible, but obviously dont want any rubbing. I went to order the wheels and the website lists multiple backspace, offset and bolt pattern numbers. I have NO IDEA what I need. Can any of you jeep experts help me out? Thanks in advance!
02-16-2013, 08:53 AM
#2
JK Junkie
First off, if you want to run 295 70 R17, you need to run a 17" wheel, not 18". Not sure why you want to change to an 18" wheel. Bolt pattern is 5x5 and look for a backspacing of 4.50" or less. You can go on Tread Deport or Discount Tire Direct and input those specs and see a bunch of wheels that'll fit. Have you read the FAQs by chance?
02-16-2013, 08:57 AM
#3
Yup going to have a hard time fitting a 17'' tire on an 18'' wheel.
^^^^what he said and here's the link: https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...bie-has-18617/
^^^^what he said and here's the link: https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...bie-has-18617/
02-16-2013, 11:31 AM
#5
JK Newbie
Thread Starter
so sorry gentlemen. crazy busy with kids today. I really dont "want" to go to 18" wheels but the wheel I want only comes in 18 and 20, so obviously I meant to type 295 70R18 for the tires. I will check out the FAQ. Thanks again for the comments. Trying to mod a jeep can be very frustrating and confusing!
