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Old Aug 27, 2014
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I have a 2004 Ford Ranger XLT 4.0 4x2, and I am wondering if a set of 2013 Mustang GT California Special wheels will fit on my Ranger without modification.

The specs on the Mustang wheels are P245/45 ZR 19.

The specs on my stock Ranger wheels are 225/70 R 15.

Will the Mustang wheels fit on my Ranger without modification?

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Old Sep 16, 2014
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This thread doesn't address offset/backspacing at all...I'm not confident to buy a new set without a little reassurance.

My needs are simple - 31x10.5-15's on an '04 XLT FX4 Off Road (not Level II). For reference, factory 15x8 wheels for Level II are supposed to have +19mm offset.

Online I can find 0mm, 6mm, -19mm offet in 15x8. I have cranked the torsion bar. Which is the safest offset to use?

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Old Sep 16, 2014
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Originally Posted by Haywire
Online I can find 0mm, 6mm, -19mm offet in 15x8. I have cranked the torsion bar. Which is the safest offset to use?

Thx

Ron
Most guys roll with a 3.75" backspacing to push the larger wheels outboard some & to gain a little clearance in the inside.

So with that in mind - you will want the -19mm offset version.

A 15x8 wheel with -19mm offset has a backspacing of 3.75".

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Old Sep 16, 2014
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Originally Posted by logan03CO
Most guys roll with a 3.75" backspacing to push the larger wheels outboard some & to gain a little clearance in the inside.

So with that in mind - you will want the -19mm offset version.

A 15x8 wheel with -19mm offset has a backspacing of 3.75".
Great info, thanks. Only concern is rubbing at full lock, but I'll go with the recommendation.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2015
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I have read this a few times and I know it says on the 2002 ranger 2wd with 33x12.5 I will need to trim with the lift, but what size lift is that based on?

I have a 2002 2wd with a 4" spindle lift and just ordered 33x12.5r15 on a 15x10 wheel. Should I be expecting to trim the valance only, more or less?
 
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Old Mar 5, 2015
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What did you do for the back? What you have to trim will vary based on your rim back spacing
 
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Old Mar 5, 2015
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BS-3.75 with -44 offset, in the back I have 2 inch lift shackles and 2 inch lift blocks.
 

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Old Mar 5, 2015
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You shouldn't have much issue with rubbing then. Maybe the valence
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015
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^^X2^^

Just a little trimming. On a side not, why does everyone get so scared if they have to trim a little bit? Not you impact, just seems like people don't want to even think about the idea of trimming
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015
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I have no idea, I just got new 15x10 wheels and had new 33x12.50 put on them yesterday. Only took me about 10 minutes to trim both sides and I only cut out about 2 inches from the bottom at an angle. I'll have pics up today hopefully
 
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Old Sep 16, 2017
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Well no updates in here in 2.5 years...

I have a 2011 Sport 4x4. From what I've read the 2010-2011 models have larger rear discs, which could pose an issue for 15" wheels. Does anyone have any info on that?

Also, I've read that the suspension sits a little lower that previous 4x4 models with smaller blocks in the rear and less torsion bar adjustment in the front. With that being said, has anyone with a 2010-2011 thrown some larger tires on theirs with no lift? If so, how big?

I've had two 2002 FX4s. Both of which I threw some 33x12.50 15s on, with only a t-bar crank. Even under flex I only had slight rubbing up front, which a little trim fixed easily.

My current 2011 only has 3.73s so I think I'll stick to 32x11.50s...but just by looking at the truck, it looks iffy.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2017
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After reading multiple threads and this thread which was super helpful.

I just switched to 31x10.5r15 yesterday from stock 235x75r15. I went with the Falken Wildpeak A/T3W and so far they ride really good on the highway and streets without much noise. I won't get any off roading on them for a couple weeks. Doing the Mojave road in November so that should give these a good test.


Thanks again for creating this message thread and the tables. They helped a lot.

 
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Old Nov 7, 2017
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Does anyone have a photo of 15x10 on a 2wd 2000 Ranger? I just installed a 4 inch lift(spindles, leaf hangers) and want to see what they would look like. Thanks for any help
 
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Old Dec 14, 2017
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My 00' B3000 4wd has 235/75R15s on it right now , they look soooo small . No lifting or anything like that so just how big can I go ? Im not wanting to do any trimming , just want to make the truck look less feminine .
 
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Old Dec 17, 2017
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Originally Posted by JMiller
My 00' B3000 4wd has 235/75R15s on it right now , they look soooo small . No lifting or anything like that so just how big can I go ? Im not wanting to do any trimming , just want to make the truck look less feminine .
I have run both 31x10.5r15s and 32x11.5r15's on 15x8 wheels with 3.75" back spacing and I haven't had any rubbing issues.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018
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I have an 86 and I cut the fenders and ran 33s for awhile and now I have 36x13.50r15s just need some spacers cause They are alittle too wide
 
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Old Aug 8, 2018
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Originally Posted by Redneckstone
ya thait can be common, 93-97 are a ***** for tires every truck is different
I have a 97 4x2 with 14s on it, i would like to put 15x7s , my question is my 14 in has a back space of 4.25 and the 15s are 5.25 is that a problem
 
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Old Sep 7, 2020
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I have a 1999 4x4 XLT xcab with a leveling kit. I came across a set of nearly new 20in. Xd wheels mounted on 265-50-20 terra grapplers all- terrain tires. I have a set f 1.5 inch spacers that I can use if necessary. Anyone know if I will have rubbing issues? I'm getting a smoking deal on these, I really don't want to pass up on them.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2020
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Originally Posted by RiggerWings
Well no updates in here in 2.5 years...

I have a 2011 Sport 4x4. From what I've read the 2010-2011 models have larger rear discs, which could pose an issue for 15" wheels. Does anyone have any info on that?

Also, I've read that the suspension sits a little lower that previous 4x4 models with smaller blocks in the rear and less torsion bar adjustment in the front. With that being said, has anyone with a 2010-2011 thrown some larger tires on theirs with no lift? If so, how big?

I've had two 2002 FX4s. Both of which I threw some 33x12.50 15s on, with only a t-bar crank. Even under flex I only had slight rubbing up front, which a little trim fixed easily.

My current 2011 only has 3.73s so I think I'll stick to 32x11.50s...but just by looking at the truck, it looks iffy.

I know this is an old thread, but have you come up with a solution to this Rigger? I'm in the same boat with a 2010 XLT 4x4 stock 15" rims, and I'm about to buy some tires., Can't seem to find pertinent info on largest tire size for these late model rangers with stock settings no lift.
 

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Old Dec 12, 2020
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tire question

will a 235/75-R15 fit on my 94 B3000 2wd with no mods and no rubbing
 
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Old Mar 5, 2021
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Old thread but new q?

Originally Posted by morris
looks good but any on flat land?
I’m about to pick up 265/75/16 from Costco and today’s tech said they worry about rim width on an upsize from 245/75/16 on a 99 XLT 4x)

ive never seen Rim Width mentioned. Is that a thing to concern? I’m not at all trying to be wreckless. Just want a great looking capable old truck.

they won’t install but they’re willing to look the other way while I trade off in the parking lot.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2023
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How do I view the chart?

Hey all new here, can’t figure out how to see the chart. (Trying to see if I can fit 31x10.5 on stock 15 inch wheels on my 2006 2wd sport with front tbar)

 
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Old Jan 17, 2023
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Originally Posted by Druth
Hey all new here, can’t figure out how to see the chart. (Trying to see if I can fit 31x10.5 on stock 15 inch wheels on my 2006 2wd sport with front tbar)
10.5" will need a wider wheel. stock is 6.5 to 7"
 
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Old Jan 17, 2023
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They are the stock aluminum d slots, 7 inch. I was thinking they will be fine based on this thread: https://www.ranger-forums.com/wheels...ll-work-24385/ someone mentions the fx2 came with 10.5 inch tires on a 7 inch wheel…

where is the max tire chart mentioned in this thread? Is there a link to a file download or something that I am missing?
 
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Old Jan 29, 2023
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Originally Posted by Freelander
Someone may have already pointed this out, or maybe I'm just misreading, but...



So you can fit 31's on a 4x4 with a 2" lift, but you can fit 32's on a 4x2 stock?

I have 33x12.5r15 no rubbing no lift 2001 Ford Ranger edge, I only cranked the torsion bars


 
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