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Offline Ghazi67

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Two Widths
« on: April 21, 2009, 12:50:03 am »
Hi there ..

I do have a debate with a buddy who owns a '78 K5 Blazer who wants to install two different widths rims ( 8" front & 10" at rear ) .
He claims that it would effect the final ratio when using it offroad ! I didn't think so ...since I know that different total heights will harm the drivetrain .

Any input is appreciated .
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Re: Two Widths
« Reply #1 on: April 21, 2009, 02:24:54 am »
Width shouldn't matter, only the height.
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Re: Two Widths
« Reply #2 on: April 21, 2009, 04:53:00 am »
Thanks Kenny ...

Just came to my attention ...
Will a set of tires have the same height on different width wheels?

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Re: Two Widths
« Reply #3 on: April 21, 2009, 09:46:28 am »
It will not harm the driveline at all. If you had a different ratio in 4 wheel lock you would have big problems on pavement.
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Re: Two Widths
« Reply #4 on: April 21, 2009, 10:47:58 am »
The ratio can vary by 1% on a street vehicle and 2% on a offroad only.  Width has no effect as long as the height is within reason.  You can't run 31's on the front and 33's on the back.
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