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Old 06-01-2012, 08:18 AM
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Next week I will be installing my 4inch full traction long arm... and putting on toyo mt 37x13.50x17.... I really dont want to run any adapters... what wheel backspacing should I go with so I dont rub when aired down or on road?

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I would say 4.5" or less, though not many 17" wheels have less than 4.5". I believe i have seen some 4" BS 17's
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so if I go 4.5 or 4 BS.. I should not rub on 17x9s and 37sx13.50 aired down? :-)
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Originally Posted by kyleolson
Next week I will be installing my 4inch full traction long arm... and putting on toyo mt 37x13.50x17.... I really dont want to run any adapters... what wheel backspacing should I go with so I dont rub when aired down or on road?

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That is a wider tire than most 37's. From my research, you would want 4in BS or less. Some say 3.5in BS to be sure.
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