5 1/2" or 5 5/8" backspacing

Discussion in 'The Hides' started by TuBBeD, Aug 16, 2004.

  1. TuBBeD

    TuBBeD Well-Known Member

    I'm ready to order some new meats (drag radials) and I'm looking towards the 295/50/15. I hear alot about the backspacing and the two numbers I hear are 5 1/2" and 5 5/8". Which backspacing do I need to fit 15x10" wheels without any modifications to the wheelwells? Thanks :TU:
     
    Last edited: Aug 16, 2004
  2. 70 gsconvt

    70 gsconvt Silver Level contributor

    With that tire having a 12.2" section width, you will be fine with the 5.5" backspacing. Only if you go to the larger 325/50R15 which has a 12.9" section width do you need to go more to the 5.625" backspacing. Trust me, I bought more than one set of 15x10's with different backspacing and have tried a number of sizes from the 275/60R15's on up. Good luck.

    Phil
     
  3. TuBBeD

    TuBBeD Well-Known Member

    Thank you Phil :TU:
     

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