Backspacing\Offest question

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  1. mrcomet

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    Hello,

    I am currently running 14x7 Cragar SS, 3.175mm offset, 4.125" backspacing, on all four tires size 225/70/R14. I have just enough room between the front tires and suspension.

    I want to go to 15x7 Cragar direct drill SS, 0mm offset, 4" backspacing, using 225,70,R15 tires. It seems like this will work and give me about 0.125" extra clearance between the front tires and suspension.

    Can I do any other size tire?

    Just wanted someone to back check me to make sure I am right on this.



    Thanks!
     
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    70/15 is a lot of sidewall, i think most people just do 60/15 if you're looking for clearance. I haven't made the switch myself just yet so thats just what I've heard.
     
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    I run a 15x7 up front with a 215/60/15 and have plenty of room
     
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    Looks like I can only get 215/65/15 in the Cooper Cobra's here. That should be good right?
     

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