Wheel adapters and back spacing

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  1. 97madness

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    Been lookin for some new wheels, and found a few really nice sets, but not in our bolt pattern. I know alot of people are against adapters, but i dont really care. If they're installed properly, there shouldnt be an issue. Now, the rims i'm lookin at have:

    - 20x8.5, 38mm offset, 6.25in backspacing
    - 20x10, 18mm offset, 6.21in backspacing

    Now with 1"-1.25" spacers put the wheels close to an backspacing/offset for the truck to work with; and keep them tucked in? Or would i need a larger spacer? And yes, i want to run a staggered set.
     
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    if you like your bearings NOT frying...stay away from spacers alltogether
     
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    I'd like to get 1" to 1.5" spacers for my rear wheels. They've always looked like they were in too far to me. :think:

    I know Summit sales several adapters and spacers that are high quality, not sure about their prices though.
     
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    staggered ftw. you should roll your fenders and run a 12" wide wheel in the back!
     
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    i think a 12" would fit with the correct offset, and not have to roll anything. But im pretty set on the KMC Novas in chrome.

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    You going to rock 20's or 22's?
     
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    damn those are going to be sick
     
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    20's. 22's wont leave me with enough sidewall for my roads.
     
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    20's will look hawt too.

    I don't blame ya. I run 275/45's to give me some sidewall and I still have bent a couple of rims. Luckily nothing major, but bent nonetheless. :Grenade:
     
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    Yea, if i end up with a diff wheel, im leaning at Boss 335, and the u2 55b. I want to run a 22, but if i go lower this summer aswell... im fugged.

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