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Old Jan 20, 2005 | 11:28 AM
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backspacing for weld 15X8

anyone know the back spacing for weld 15X8 rims ? I think its either 4.5 or 5.5 cant remember
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Old Jan 20, 2005 | 08:40 PM
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They come in multiple backspacking specs.
Why don't you ask Weld tech support?


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Old Jan 20, 2005 | 11:27 PM
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ok let me be specific . the backspacing for the 15X8 rim to fit on an FD. thanks
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Old Jan 21, 2005 | 12:49 AM
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FD can use back spacing up to ~7-1/4, or more, it really depends on the section width of the tire you are going to run, what trailing arms, springs, etc. since it is a 15" rim, I assume this will be a drag tire. If you are asking a fitment question, you need to be very specific. If you want to know the specs for the largest rim for a drag tire, some of the dedicated drag guys would be better to ask. Most people here are road racers, and AX's. Carl
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Old Jan 21, 2005 | 01:58 AM
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Stock rims are 16" x 8", +50 offset.
Can you figure the backspacing off those specs?
Yes, 6.0"...


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Old Jan 21, 2005 | 08:32 AM
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ok im looking to run a MT 27X10.5X15 slick on the weld 15X8 and will be using stock suspension. ON my FD. Is that the info you need? thanks
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Old Jan 22, 2005 | 12:46 AM
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What is the section width?
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Old Jan 22, 2005 | 09:36 AM
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found them thanks
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