What is the Backspacing on Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset - 15

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AM-20504 wheel what is the backspace measurement

asked by: Todd W

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Wheel # AM20504 has a 1/2 inch positive offset meaning that the mounting surface of the wheel is further away from the trailer which moves the tire closer to the frame. The backspacing is approximately 4 inches from the mounting surface to the edge of the wheel closest to the trailer.

expert reply by: Michael H

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We do not carry vehicle rims but we are aware that many people use trailer wheels like our Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel, Item #AM20504, for vehicles. The Dexstar does have a conventional design which was used by automobiles several years ago. It…

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Technically if the bolt pattern and weight ratings are compatible with your vehicle then you can fit trailer wheels on a car but the biggest problem you are going to have is proper tire placement. Vehicles use wheels with high positive offsets which…

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The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel #AM20504 is 6" wide with a 1/2" positive offset. This gives you a backspacing of 3-1/2".

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The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel + 1/2 inch Offset - 15 x 6 inch Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Black, item #AM20504, has a weight capacity of 1870 lbs. and would work great on your 7000 lb. GVW trailer. The only concern is the 1/2 inch positive offset of…

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I'll start off by saying that when it comes to wheels that are rated for the weight of your trailer and are 15" wheels with a 5 on 4.5 bolt pattern, we have a very limited selection of wheels that have a +0.5 offset (which is the largest…

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Unfortunately, we don't carry any replacement hubs that are compatible with the bearing set you specified. I'm guessing your camper is pretty old, as I wasn't able to find any information on those hubs. Your best bet at this point would…

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We don't recommend using wheel spacers to give a wheel more backspacing for trailer frame clearance. The real solution you need is to go with a longer axle. Nearly all trailer wheels have either a zero offset or very close to a zero offset so…

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The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel #AM20504 that you referenced is a 15 inch diameter wheel with a 6 inch width. All of the standard trailer tire sizes that fit a 15 inch wheel are going to work with this; 225/75-15, 205/75-15, and 7.00-15LT. I…

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You'd need to find a wheel with a positive offset, which would move the tire closer to the trailer. If your trailer has a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern (see linked FAQ article) we offer a conventional wheel with a positive 1/2 inch offset, part…

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Answer 10

The backspacing of the Conventional Wheel part #AM20504 that you referenced is 3.5 inches. It is 6" wide with a 1/2" positive offset. This gives you a backspacing of 3.5".

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Answer 11

The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel #AM20504 is a 6" wide wheel with 1/2" of positive offset, which give you a back spacing of 3-1/2".

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Answer 12

The differences from trailer wheels, like the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset #AM20504 that you referenced, and vehicle wheels, like GM OEM wheels, can vary based on a lot of things. Trailer wheels are specifically designed to be used…

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