Aftermarket Wheel Question

SalvageZR2 · September 18, 2003

I have done a bit of looking around and think I've answered this, but I'll just ask outright anyhow.

I'm (passively) looking for a set of aftermarket wheels for my new 1500HD, however am afraid of purchasing a set that stick out too far. Would a new set of 16x8 wheels with 4.5" backspacing "fit", or hang far beyond the flares? Looking at some of y'alls pictures, they should be perfect (assuming 4.5" is the norm around here). What backspacing does everyone have (w/ picture if possible!)? I only ask as it was difficult to find wheels for my ZR2 that would fit w/o problems (FWD offset).

Thanks in advance.

Edit: I finally "refound" the pictures of MountaineerTom's (correct?) new wheels w/ 5.5" backspacing. His comment about opting out of the 4.5" BS is what originally made me weary.

Tungsten · September 20, 2003

Take a look at my sig, Those are 285/75/16s on 16x8 rims with 4.5 BS.

MountaineerTom · September 20, 2003

SalvageZR2,

Here's a few more pics of mine to help you judge what your looking for. They are 16x8's with 5.5 backspacing, so just imaging them sticking out about an inch further. Also, I have the Bushwhacker Street Flares, which don't stick out quite as far as the factory ones.