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Back space

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by DMOINOX, Sep 14, 2024.

  1. Sep 14, 2024 at 8:28 PM
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    Hello, I have a 1st generation 4runner with no lift. I am currently running 31x15s i have a chance to get 33x17s tires. I will have buy new rims. Could someone please let me know what the back space is?
    Any information would be greatly appreciated.
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    DMOINOX, Sep 14, 2024
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  2. Sep 15, 2024 at 5:21 AM
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    welcome
     
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  3. Sep 15, 2024 at 11:36 AM
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    Thank you Jet4. Came back to the 4runner world. I appreciate any help .
    Thanks again,
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    DMOINOX, Sep 15, 2024
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  4. Sep 15, 2024 at 8:35 PM
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    Short answer, yes, you will have to buy 17" wheels to fit the 33x17's. 31x15 have a 15" wheel.
     
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  5. Sep 16, 2024 at 2:09 PM
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    Yea, figured that but I'm trying out is what the back space is cuz I don't want to trim anything.
    Thanks
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  6. Sep 24, 2024 at 6:49 PM
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    Anybody able to help me out with the back spacing ?
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  7. Sep 27, 2024 at 8:26 AM
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    Got a tape measure?
     
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  8. Sep 27, 2024 at 2:47 PM
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    I sure do. Can you please explain how to measure for backspace?
     
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  9. Oct 2, 2024 at 9:59 AM
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    Take the wheel off, lay something flat across the back lip of the wheel. Measure the distance between the flat edge and the back of the wheel where it mounts to the hub, that's the backspace.
    [​IMG]
     
    se7enine, Oct 2, 2024
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  10. Oct 2, 2024 at 11:38 AM
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  11. Oct 2, 2024 at 5:09 PM
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    Thank you, I appreciate your help.

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