[DeTomaso] Offset versus Backspace (was Re: What is thewidest wheel I can run . . .)

[asajay at asajay.com]

Alighty then.  So what is the proper backspace and/or offset for 8's and 10's?

Asa Jay
(very close to buying wheels)

Quoting msm at portata.com:

> For something so simple, it is confusing.  I have to reread the
> definition every time I need to do the offset/backspace measurements and
> calculation.
>
> http://usacomp.com/terms.htm
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> -----Original Message-----
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> Subject: [DeTomaso] Offset versus Backspace (was Re: What is thewidest
> wheel I can run . . .)
>
> So let me clarify my question a bit.
>
> How can a 9 inch wide rim, have an offset of 0.000 mm -and- a
> backspace of 5.00 Inches?
>
> If it's 9 inches wide, and the offset is 0, that means the hub
> mounting surface is inline with the centerline of the wheel.  If that
> same surface is then used to measure the backspace, shouldn't it be
> 4.5" since that is half of 9?
>
>
> Can you see why I'm confused?
>
> Asa Jay
> <likes to think he's good at math, but often finds out he is not.>
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> Quoting asajay at asajay.com:
>
>> On a stock bodied Pantera L?
>>
>> It has 15x7 and 15x8 (front/rear) now.
>>
>> How wide can I go in front versus how wide in the rear?
>> I've also read all the articles on offset and backspacing, and I'm
>> still confused.  What is the real difference and what do I want in an
>> aftermarket wheel to fit properly?
>>
>> I'm looking at inexpensive rims for just racing.
>> Thanks,
>> Asa Jay
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