Rim backspacing question

[unvincible]

What is the maximum backspacing on a rim for a stock 72 55?

I am hunting for rims to put 33/12.5/15's for when I get my lift, so I guess I need to know what a good width is for the rims also.

Thanks,

R.

 

[Gonzo55]

I would go with a. Offset rim. It gives a wider stance and it wont hit you calipers when u go to disk brakes.

 

[Pighead]

I am hunting for rims to put 33/12.5/15's

Stock rims will do that. But I'm confused about the question, do you want rims that stick out the most or hug in the most?

 

[unvincible]

Sorry,

This is all a little new to me so I am probably not saying the right things. I saw some rims that were 15' x 10 with a 4.5" backspacing and was curious if they would fit. I like the way the deeper set rims look but I don't exactly know what will fit ---- I have a hard time getting any answers from tire places -- they seem totally retarded when you ask them about landcruiser rims --- I had the worst time trying to locate some to fit my 60
Any advice is welcome.

Thanks

 

[bigsal]

What they're saying is you have some choices in how your rims are spaced. If you keep your stock rims, which will barely fit 33-12.5's, your real issue will be the rims hitting the calipers WHEN you switch over to disc brakes. If you can find some stock wheels that are welded, not riveted, then you should be good. It is most likely not a question of IF, but WHEN you make the disc switch. So, if you are going to get some rims, make sure they have no more than 3.5 inches or so. (Others can chime in on that measurement).
The point is, you should consider getting some rims that effectively push the wheels out for a wider stance. Then you really won't have any rubbing issues and the brakes will work out. I had to grind my calipers a bit and put on wheel spacers for a while before I got different wheels that cleared my calipers.

On a 72, you'll want to consider disc brakes for many reasons, not the least of which is your safety so plan for that when you buy wheels. I know you asked about wheels, but your brakes are a part of the decision.

 

[unvincible]

That makes sense to me. Guess I should probably worry about the brake conversion first.

Thanks,

R.

 

[snailwagon]

I run 33s on a 15" rim with 2.75" backspacing. Before that I had 3.5" backspacing. The wider stance really helped with the pucker factor that an off camber pig gets. I would not be comfortable with 4.5" BS at all, as my 2.75" still rub the inner wheel wells and the stock pitman a tiny bit.

(Stock, but very low mile springs with a 0.75" body lift).