Wheel size data: 22” to start us off

Large size 22” front: 22 x 9.5 and 44 offset, 5x120 bolt pattern

Medium size 22” rear: 22x10 and 51 offset, 5x120 bolt pattern

037 said:

Large size 22” front: 22 x 9.5 and 44 offset, 5x120 bolt pattern

Medium size 22” rear: 22x10 and 51 offset, 5x120 bolt pattern

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I don't know anything about car wheels. What's the offset measurement? I'm guessing it's something like millimeters of lateral thickness at the bolt circle?

TahoeMichael said:

I don't know anything about car wheels. What's the offset measurement? I'm guessing it's something like millimeters of lateral thickness at the bolt circle?

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Offset is essentially the distance from a certain point, so big positive number means tucked under fender, 0 would be beyond the fender and once it gets negative you are going full monster truck.

037 said:

Offset is essentially the distance from a certain point, so big positive number means tucked under fender, 0 would be beyond the fender and once it gets negative you are going full monster truck.

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Since the wheel is attached by the bolt circle, I'm assuming the offset manifests as some difference in the bolt hole depth from whatever arbitrary depth is considered the standard?

TahoeMichael said:

Since the wheel is attached by the bolt circle, I'm assuming the offset manifests as some difference in the bolt hole depth from whatever arbitrary depth is considered the standard?

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Probably worth a Google to get a visual

From Tire Rack Website
What is Offset?
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. The offset can be one of three types (measured in millimeters).*

"The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel."

Zero Offset​

The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.

Positive​

The hub mounting surface is located in the front half of the wheel closer to the wheel face. This tucks the entire wheel in toward the brakes and vehicle suspension. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front-wheel drive cars and newer rear-wheel drive cars.

Negative​

The hub mounting surface is located in the back half of the wheel closer to the back lip flange. This moves the wheel out away from the vehicle brakes and suspension. "Deep dish" wheels and wheels for lifted trucks are typically a negative offset.

If the offset of the wheel is not correct for the car, the handling can be adversely affected. Often, when changing the width of the wheel, the offset will also need to change to maintain proper clearances inside the wheel well. If the offset were to stay the same while you added width, the additional width would be split evenly between the inside and outside. For most cars, this won't work correctly. We test fit thousands of different vehicle and wheel size combinations to confirm which ones work correctly. Our extensive database allows our sales staff to offer you the perfect fit for your vehicle.