exit34rocker1017 Posted June 20, 2009 Share Posted June 20, 2009 what would be the better choice, between 16x8 wheels with 2.5 in backspacing, or 16x8 wheels with 3.75 backspacing? i understand the lower the number, the more it sticks out. but if i get the 2.5 does that mean i would have a better chance of not rubbing the strut? also, if i get the AC lift and either of those wheels, can i fit 32's? i was looking at the mickey thompson or the dick cepek AT's. i have read so many things on here about being able to and not being able to, i dont know what to think. any help would be appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yiova Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I have a '98 Pathfinder with a 2.5 suspension lift, aftermarket "american eagle" wheels (15x8) with 33"x12.50R15, they rub only with full turn of the steering while going up or down a hill.... I did cut part of the internal plastic fender in front of the tire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkinpark Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 I have a '98 Pathfinder with a 2.5 suspension lift, aftermarket "american eagle" wheels (15x8) with 33"x12.50R15, they rub only with full turn of the steering while going up or down a hill....I did cut part of the internal plastic fender in front of the tire. What is the backspacing on your wheels? Exit I have a set of 17X9 wheels with 32 inch Dick Cepek mud terrains and only 5" backspacing and they done rub anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoesandsocks Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 i notice lower offset wheels dont rub the strut but can rub the mudflaps i have 265 70 16 and didnt rub on anything with stock wheels i got 16x8 pro comp wheels and now there further from the strut but rub the mudflap on full lock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dupersc Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 When I had the 2" lift, I only get rub at full lock on 15x8 AR-23 rims 31" AT tires. Now I'm back to stock springs and with 31" Falken tires (a bit smaller in dia then the GY AT tires), I get slightly rub at full lock too but not as much as with the lift. Btw, I removed the front mud flap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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