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Old Oct 19, 2019 | 06:19 AM
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Hi sorry to bother if this has been dealt with before.

I had a set of new Hancock winter tires on GMC rims given to me by a friend who had a 2000 Jimmy 4WD. My question is will the rims fit my 1998 Chevy Blazer 2WD. The tire size is exactly the same I have concerns that the rims may not fit though.

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Hey, so I think there will be an issue, I know when can put 2wd rims on our 4x4 because they stick out... but I think there will be rubbing on the inside because 4wd rims sit inwards... can add some spacer without a problem, or take them to a shop and get them put on your rims...
 
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Thanks DonL. You are right wont fit. Was worth a shot though Thanks for the input

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I'm looking at a set of enkei 15 by 8, 4 inch backset. Does that compensate for the 15 by 7, 6 inch back set? Current rims are bravada stock alloys. I'm not worried about sticking out, I'm worried about caliper clearance and rubbing in...
 

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They will stick out more. They will clear calipers and suspension. The problem you may run into is tires hitting the back of the front fenders when you turn.
 
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thank you Hess I will look out for that if I get them.
 
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Originally Posted by DonL
Hey, so I think there will be an issue, I know when can put 2wd rims on our 4x4 because they stick out... but I think there will be rubbing on the inside because 4wd rims sit inwards... can add some spacer without a problem, or take them to a shop and get them put on your rims...
So wait; The 2wd rims when installed on a 4wd Blazer stick out more than the 4wd rims? By how much? Is installing the 2wd rims a cheap/simple way to increase the stance width on a 4wd Blazer?
 
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I want to say it's about 2-4 inches difference. So yes they do change the stance... not sure if it's cheaper tho lol... depending on prices of the parts you get...
 
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Yes 2wd wheels have 4 in back spacing I believe and 4wd have 6 inch back spacing. I have 2wd wheels on my 4x4
 
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