Will '99 ranger 4wd rims fit on a '94 4wd??

[rednektrash]

I found a set of American Racing rims with tires on craigslist for $700 and they're off of a 1994 ford ranger 4wd. They have correct bolt pattern but they are 17" and I currently run 15"s. Im wondering if they will fit with no major issues or will the radius arm be in the way? Any and all info is greatly appreciated

 

[JohnnyO]

Depends what the backspace is, but they will fit. Bolt pattern is the same. If they didn't rub on a 99 they shouldn't rub on a 94. You don't want more than 4.25" backspace, 3.75" to 4.0" is better. If it's a local seller I'd bolt one up first before you pay.

 

[rednektrash]

The guy says that they are 17x8.5 with a -6 offset and 4 1/2 backside (im guessing backspacing)

 

[JohnnyO]

Might be tight but you can always get spacers. They're not cheap though.

 

[rednektrash]

thanks, the guy said he didnt have to crank his t-bars and they didnt rub. the tires are 265/70R17 which is the same as a 31 inch tire which is what i was running just with a 17 inch rim so nothing should rub too much. i just wasnt sure if i would the rims would work