Offset Question on Replacement Wheels

[The_Handier_Man1]

From: k0lde1  (Original Message)
Sent: 7/7/2005 12:00 PM

While it seems the 16"X6" 8 lugs on 6.5" circle is fairly common for "take-off-wheels" I'm wondering if anyone has experience using these ( 5" offset wheels) with 235/85 R16 radials.

these tires have a section width of 9.3"
this leaves only about 5/8" with dually spacing, ignoring any extra bulge.

if it works i'm all for it.

Robert
Chicago
1972 M300 w/ 413



From: M300-413
Sent: 10/17/2005 10:06 AM

I did this conversation. You might have to widen the rear wheels wells a bit. The off set puts the outter rear wheels very close to the wheel opening trim. 



From: chip
Sent: 10/17/2005 1:06 PM

i've been using the ford dually rims with 235's on the rear for some time now. i haven't seen any tire rubbing at highway pressure--even fully loaded with water and gear.
as i recall though, i had to change the diameter of the alignment pin or, change the hole diameter so the pin would work.