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9/28/2005
15:51:55

Subject: Bigger wheels for '02 Dak
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I am looking to buy some new wheels for my '02 Dak. Instead of the standard 15" wheels i would like something larger like 17" or 18".

Any thoughts on this like clearance, offset, gearing, etc i should be aware off before i spend my money ? What would be the largest size you would recommend ?



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9/28/2005
16:46:34

RE: Bigger wheels for '02 Dak
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I know that most everyone talks about needing 5 or 5.5 inches of backspace. Otherwise you'll get the tires rubbing.

If you're asking for opinions...

I like the look of 18" wheels and 285/55 or 285/50 tires wrapped around them. One of these days when I get around to wheels I am pretty sure this is how I'm gonna go.

I don't like the look of any 20" wheels I've seen on Dakotas. The wheels look too big for the truck and make it look like a Dubz diecast toy. IMO it just doesn't look right. But that's just me, and there any many who have a differing opinion and are running 20s.

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2002 Graphite QC SLT Plus, 4.7L, NV3500, Superchips 3715, 3.92 LSD, loads o'fun...
2001 Patriot Blue Durango SLT, 4.7L, 45RFE, Superchips 3715, 3.55 Open (for now)


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