Wheel offsets and Bearing stress

[ax0n]

So, most stock Sequoia wheels have an offset of 60mm, and I think I have seen that the BBS TRD Pro wheels are about 45mm.

Method wheels (18x9) seem to generally have an 18mm offset.

Does this difference (increased scrub by ~1.5”) put a concerning amount of increased stress on the bearings or other components?

Should I expect a shorter service interval on the bearings or other components based on this change?

 

[SoCal818]

So, most stock Sequoia wheels have an offset of 60mm, and I think I have seen that the BBS TRD Pro wheels are about 45mm.

Method wheels (18x9) seem to generally have an 18mm offset.

Does this difference (increased scrub by ~1.5”) put a concerning amount of increased stress on the bearings or other components?

Should I expect a shorter service interval on the bearings or other components based on this change?

For what it’s worth, I’ve been running the 1.25” Spidertrax on my 05 for about 45k miles without issue. I’m sure there is some increased strain on components but I don’t know how to quantify it.

 

[ax0n]

For what it’s worth, I’ve been running the 1.25” Spidertrax on my 05 for about 45k miles without issue. I’m sure there is some increased strain on components but I don’t know how to quantify it.

The well regarded suspension guy in my area seems to agree. He said he is more concerned with clearance than stress/strain. Appreciate the insight.

 

[vtl]

Seems to me that wheel bearing failure reports come more often from truck owners with spaced/aftermarket wheels. Replacing one in independent suspension is usually not a big deal, though.

 

[ax0n]

Interesting. Appreciate the perspective.

 

[vtl]

Most likely wheel spacers + huge offset wheel, but could by just the wheel, no spacer.