Non-Beadlock 17" Wheels BS

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LittleRed

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It seems that the vast majority of 17" aluminum wheels out there have greater than 4.5" of backspacing...is there a reason for this? I'd love a beadlock but it's not realistically in the budget...

That being said, I've been looking for a nice wheel with 4"-4.5" backspacing but can't find any (and I'd like to avoid spacers if possible). Anybody know of wheels that fit this criteria that I haven't been able to find? If so post links, pics, info, etc. Whatever you got I'd like to see it!

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rinkishjk

rinkishjk

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My new wheels and 37's work without spacers. They have 4.5 bs. Before I had stock wheels, 1.5 spacers and 35's. I have more clearance now and didn't rub before. These are level 8 Tracker wheels. I also wanted beadlocks, slabs specifically, but couldn't swing it.
I am very happy. Discount tire has these, and took care of me.
Fenders getting cut this weekend.
 

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LittleRed

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I don't mind running 4.5 back spacing but can't find many wheels with that either. Most I find are 4.75 or more. I was hoping for less since I've heard people complaining about rubbing 4.5 inches and wanted to be safe before making the investment.

Also, I was just curious about why most basic aluminum wheels have larger BS and why beadlocks seem to be the only wheels with 3.75ish? Seems like there may be a gap in the wheel market?
 
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LittleRed

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rinkishjk said:
My new wheels and 37's work without spacers. They have 4.5 bs. Before I had stock wheels, 1.5 spacers and 35's. I have more clearance now and didn't rub before. These are level 8 Tracker wheels. I also wanted beadlocks, slabs specifically, but couldn't swing it.
I am very happy. Discount tire has these, and took care of me.
Fenders getting cut this weekend.
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Nice! Looks good!
 
Spartan

Spartan

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rinkishjk said:
My new wheels and 37's work without spacers. They have 4.5 bs. Before I had stock wheels, 1.5 spacers and 35's. I have more clearance now and didn't rub before. These are level 8 Tracker wheels. I also wanted beadlocks, slabs specifically, but couldn't swing it.
I am very happy. Discount tire has these, and took care of me.
Fenders getting cut this weekend.
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What kind of swing out is that on your Jeep?
 
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