Wheel spacers - pros and cons

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boltsnapper

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First off, I probably am posting this in the wrong sub forum, but wasn't sure this is a purely "wheel" discussion.

The '10 KK I bought has really cheap (but new) tires, but they look too narrow. I was contemplating 1" spacers just to widen out the stance a little. I've also read that this improves the ride?

Is there a downside to this thin of a spacer? Does it accelerate hub bearing failure? Cause any other steering or suspension problems? I don't off-road or anything, and not looking for a lift - just a low cost way to move the tires out a smidge.
 

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In many states wheel spacers are not legal. They were only designed for off road use only.
You would be better off to find a set rims, with the correct back spacing.
What brand & size of tires are you running?
Jeep's always look better with A/T tires & provide more traction on & off road, compared to all season radials. (all slip radials) :(
 

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Also spacing the wheel/tire combo out any at all with a proper lift can cause issues with rubbing in the wheelwells
 

Jack Bryant

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First off, I probably am posting this in the wrong sub forum, but wasn't sure this is a purely "wheel" discussion.

The '10 KK I bought has really cheap (but new) tires, but they look too narrow. I was contemplating 1" spacers just to widen out the stance a little. I've also read that this improves the ride?

Is there a downside to this thin of a spacer? Does it accelerate hub bearing failure? Cause any other steering or suspension problems? I don't off-road or anything, and not looking for a lift - just a low cost way to move the tires out a smidge.
Also hard to keep tight, less moving parts the better, the right wheels work better
 

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