Wheels?

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  1. agent281

    agent281 Member

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    I'm looking into getting new wheels, but I don't really know what to look for. What bolt pattern, etc. should I look for? thanks!!
     
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    You need 4.25 bolt pattern wheels. Others will chime in here with wheel size and back spacing information.
     
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    4 or 5 lug?
     
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    Mine is 5 lug
     
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    Bryant forgot more than learned

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    the lug patern is 5x 4.5. the back spacing depends on how wide of a wheel your going to use. there are endless options for wheels for you. you just need to select the style of wheel and go from there. what look are you wanting?
     
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    my rims are 5x4.5 and 3.75" backspacing and 7" wide and 15" diameter. fit great
     
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    I just did a test fit of 235X60X15 tires on 7" wide wheels with 3 3/4" backspace. Fits OK on my car but it would be better with 4" backspace.
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    All Mavericks......4 or 5 lug.....are 4.50" lug pattern.
     
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    15x7 with 4in bs rim with 225/50-15 on all four corners fit great i wouldnt go any wider that that on the front with a 15in rim
     
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    Choosing wheels is like asking what religion you want to be.
     
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    Thought about converting to Cragars :bowdown: but they want $600. :cry:
     
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    But the black Cragar V-5's:thumbs2: will only cost you about $125 for the whole set. :Handshake
     
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    I found a wrecked Ford Ranger with very nice chrome wheels on it. They are 15x7" and bolted right on. The price was right too. (Free)
     
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