I mistyped, it is 5x4.5 lug spacing. Thanks for the info.
Scott
In a message dated 5/3/2001 4:06:15 AM Central Daylight Time, htc@MNSi.Net
writes:
> > I found some wheels I like, but the backspacing is 4" instead of 3.5". Is
> > The other dimensions are fine - 15" x 7" with 0 offset and 4x4.5 lug
> spacing.
>
> If the wheel is 15X7 with 0 offset the backspace has to be 3.5- 3.75
> (allowing for the thickness of a cast wheel) If the wheel has a 4"backspace
> it is either 1/2" thick or 1/2" offset.
> The wheel better have 5 on 4.5 bolt circle not 4.
> If you really like the wheel it should be OK, but close, I have 8" wheels
> on one of the cars I bought (4" back space) and it clears but just barely. I
> haven't driven this car but the tire tread is worn and the sidewalls show no
> sign of scuffing. with the 8" wheel the tires do stick out of the wheel
> wells just a little. Due to manufacturing tolerances being what they are
> check the wheel tire combo on the car before you buy them.
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