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offset versus scrub radius |
r_towle |
May 23 2013, 12:41 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,646 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
Does it make a difference what the offset is on a wheel with regards to scrub radius?
It does not seem that it would, given the stock suspension, no custom struts etc. Aside from that, what is the reason (aside from cost and availability) for using large spacers versus getting wheels that mount up with no spacer, yet are wide for flared cars? rich |
r_towle |
May 24 2013, 08:27 AM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,646 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
Seems to me, given my original quest, that anything larger than stock wheels makes the scrub radius worsen.
It does not seem to matter what the offset is at the end of the day. I say that with the knowledge that I will keep the inside dimension the same, roughly 4.5 inches of backspacing.... I cant go more than that or it rubs as we know. So, the wider the tire gets, or if I use a spacer I just move the thinner tire out farther...either one makes the scrub radius increase and become less than optimal. Not intending to chang the suspension geometry, at least on this go -around... Got it. I think. Rich |
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