15" Alloy Wheels VS. 15" Steel Wheels
#1423
JK Enthusiast
OK, I am *this* close to ordering some wheels.
If I go with the Level 8 Trackers, do I need to wait for the 19mm offset to be released, or can I go with the 30mm? I'm not sure what the offset even is
Also, is it worth replacing the TPMS if my stock wheels have just 10k miles on them?
Thanks!
EDIT: I keep reading about backspacing (which I get) and offset (which I don't as much), and trying to clarify my question above. Basically... is 30mm just going to stick out more (or less) from the Jeep than the 19mm? Or is it all internal (caliper, etc) clearance we're talking about?
If I go with the Level 8 Trackers, do I need to wait for the 19mm offset to be released, or can I go with the 30mm? I'm not sure what the offset even is
Also, is it worth replacing the TPMS if my stock wheels have just 10k miles on them?
Thanks!
EDIT: I keep reading about backspacing (which I get) and offset (which I don't as much), and trying to clarify my question above. Basically... is 30mm just going to stick out more (or less) from the Jeep than the 19mm? Or is it all internal (caliper, etc) clearance we're talking about?
Last edited by Erok; 02-06-2013 at 01:16 PM.
#1425
JK Enthusiast
As simple as it is, and I'm a visual person, I guess I just want to know if the -30mm is just going to make the stance appear slightly wider on my Jeep than the -19mm. That's how I understand it. But otherwise, the fit around the calipers and suspension clearance shouldn't be a problem?
#1426
Sponsoring Vendor
Thread Starter
Check out this write-up we put together on offset and backspace.
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...relate-136663/
The 15x8 ET -30 Tracker will sit about 1/2" (11mm to be exact) further out when compared to the 15x8 ET -19 Tracker. Both offsets clear the JK brakes.
As far as TPMS goes, the Level 8 Tracker will accept the factory sensors.
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...relate-136663/
The 15x8 ET -30 Tracker will sit about 1/2" (11mm to be exact) further out when compared to the 15x8 ET -19 Tracker. Both offsets clear the JK brakes.
As far as TPMS goes, the Level 8 Tracker will accept the factory sensors.
Last edited by Discount Tire; 02-07-2013 at 06:39 AM.
#1427
JK Enthusiast
Thanks. I thought I understood, and it appears I do It's weird how some concepts can be elusive... I'm mechanically inclined and also an artist, you'd think the visuals would just clear it up. But the math kept messing with me. Anyway, I think I'm going to like the extra 1/2" stance boost, as long as it performs the same.
And with that, I just ordered my wheels and tires through my local Discount Tire contact! 15" Trackers in the silver finish, with 35" MTR Kevlar! Woooo.
Thanks for all the help, and I'm glad to send money to your company. I'll be happy to send more people y'all's way when they ask about the awesome shoes on my Jeep.
And with that, I just ordered my wheels and tires through my local Discount Tire contact! 15" Trackers in the silver finish, with 35" MTR Kevlar! Woooo.
Thanks for all the help, and I'm glad to send money to your company. I'll be happy to send more people y'all's way when they ask about the awesome shoes on my Jeep.
#1428
Sponsoring Vendor
Thread Starter
Thanks. I thought I understood, and it appears I do It's weird how some concepts can be elusive... I'm mechanically inclined and also an artist, you'd think the visuals would just clear it up. But the math kept messing with me. Anyway, I think I'm going to like the extra 1/2" stance boost, as long as it performs the same.
And with that, I just ordered my wheels and tires through my local Discount Tire contact! 15" Trackers in the silver finish, with 35" MTR Kevlar! Woooo.
Thanks for all the help, and I'm glad to send money to your company. I'll be happy to send more people y'all's way when they ask about the awesome shoes on my Jeep.
And with that, I just ordered my wheels and tires through my local Discount Tire contact! 15" Trackers in the silver finish, with 35" MTR Kevlar! Woooo.
Thanks for all the help, and I'm glad to send money to your company. I'll be happy to send more people y'all's way when they ask about the awesome shoes on my Jeep.