What is backspacing?

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May 22, 2003 | 02:59 PM

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Erich_870

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If my stock wheels have a backspacing of 4.75 or something, would I need a like 3.5 or something lower to gain a wider stance? I'm totaly confused still

May 22, 2003 | 03:34 PM

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Yoda

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From: North Bend, WA

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Originally posted by Erich_870
If my stock wheels have a backspacing of 4.75 or something, would I need a like 3.5 or something lower to gain a wider stance? I'm totaly confused still

Yes, changing from a 4.75 BS to a 3.5 BS would move your tires out 1.25 inches (each side of course). This would improve your stability, but may cause rubbing issues with body parts.