This, of course, means the potential for fender rub, which you don’t want because it will reduce the life of your tire.īackspacing, meanwhile, is measured from the back of the wheel to the mounting surface. A lower offset, then, puts the mounting surface closer to the inside edge of the wheel, pushing the wheel outward for a wider stance. This means more clearance between the outside edge of the tire and the fender, but less clearance between the inside edge of the tire and your vehicle’s suspension components. A higher offset puts the mounting surface closer to the outside edge of the wheel, allowing the wheel to sit further inside the wheel well.
The former means the distance from the dead center of the wheel to the mounting surface, while the latter means the distance from the back of the wheel to the mounting surface. So you’ve picked a wheel that matches your ride’s bolt pattern, but what about fitment? This is where offset and backspacing come into play. Make sure you check out this number before you sign the dotted line. A bolt pattern of 5×100, then, would mean five wheel studs with a diameter of 100 millimeters. Picture the bolt pattern as a circle measured at the center of each wheel stud. Sure, a 16-inch wheel with a five-lug bolt pattern may seem simple, but hub sizes vary greatly depending on make and model. When it comes to wheels, it’s about more than just diameter and width, and your vehicle’s bolt pattern can be the difference between wheels that fit and ones that don’t. The 93 represents the load index, or the amount of weight the tire can support, while the ‘H’ is a speed rating, meaning it’s good for 130 mph. That means the tire has a section width (the distance from sidewall to sidewall) of 215 millimeters, an aspect ratio of 55 (because the sidewall measures 55 percent of the section width), a radial construction (hence the ‘R’) and an interior diameter designed to fit on a 16-inch wheel. Take a 215/55R16 93H, for example, the smallest tire available on the current-generation Honda Civic sedan. Where Rubber Meets RoadĪll those letters and numbers on the side of the tire? Well, they mean some pretty important stuff. From understanding the terminology to understanding the risks involved, we’ve put together this handy guide outlining what you need to know before you buy. Whether you’ve got performance on your mind or pure aesthetics, it’s important to know what you’re getting into. Finally, if you have fitment concerns or you are unsure of what to order, please contact us for assistance.There’s no quicker way to transform the look and feel of your ride than adding a new set of wheels and tires.
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If the hubcaps on this page don't appear to be what you need, please Click Here to navigate to the appropriate category for your size wheels. Sets that do not indicate a specific Make/Model/Year will fit most standard steel wheels. If a set of caps states it fits a specific Make/Model/Year that is different than your vehicle, do not purchase that particular set as they will not work. Note: Some sets will indicate specific Make/Model/Years they fit. This number will indicate what size hubcaps your vehicle requires. Every tire will have a number that will end in R13, R14, R15, etc. Example, a 16 inch hubcap will measure almost 17 inches however, it is called a 16 inch hubcap because it fits a 16 inch wheel. Please note, the size hubcap/wheelcover you require is determined by tire size. Our Universal Wheelcovers, unless specified, will fit most standard standard steel wheels for a particular size. Hubcaps/Wheelcovers typically cover black steel wheels and will NOT fit aluminum (alloy) wheels.