15x8 steel rims with <4" BS - what are the options?

[ace]

So I've had to run my road tyres (desert dueler 31x10.5) for economy and to save my muddies.
Running on stock rims and have a few problems:
1) it looks stupid with 5" lift
2) it looks stupid with bushwhacker flares
3) tyres rub on my superflex control arms near full lock
4) 10.5 sidewall bulges a lot
5) it looks really silly and narrow!

I'm thinking wider rims with less backspacing is the answer.

What other brand steelies will fit?

Where the he'll can u buy sunraysia rims from?! They seem to be an option but can't find a stockist.

I'd prefer a cheap 2 hand option...

[ace]

Ok so only 3 and 4 are real problems. It's the bulging sidewall that bothers me most since there are some rough roads around here and I don't wanna puncture!

[Steve F]

Go to an 8" wheel with 4.75-4.00 backspacing (depending on where you want it to rub) and it'll look a lot better.

Mine has 35x12.5 tyres on 15X8 and 4.75" backspacing. I had to adjust the steering stops but it doesn't rub anywhere now until big flex and then it's only on the spring tower so a nice smooth area.

Cheers
Steve

[kyphonii]

So I've had to run my road tyres (desert dueler 31x10.5) for economy and to save my muddies.
Running on stock rims and have a few problems:
1) it looks stupid with 5" lift
2) it looks stupid with bushwhacker flares
3) tyres rub on my superflex control arms near full lock
4) 10.5 sidewall bulges a lot
5) it looks really silly and narrow!

I'm thinking wider rims with less backspacing is the answer.

What other brand steelies will fit?

Where the he'll can u buy sunraysia rims from?! They seem to be an option but can't find a stockist.

I'd prefer a cheap 2 hand option...

I have 4 - 8" rims here what is it you need.

[EwenM]

15x8 with 3.75 back spacing will do it, especially with the flares you have.

i have "Dick Cepec" branded rims and they look great with 4 inch lift

[ace]

I have 4 - 8" rims here what is it you need.

Just thinking 5x8" would be better than 5x7". Do u know what offset/ backspacing they have? I think I want the inside/ outside rim out 1" from where it is now. Would rub on control arms less and give me a wider track for a bit of stability (and fill out my bushwhackers more!) :-)

[kyphonii]

Just thinking 5x8" would be better than 5x7". Do u know what offset/ backspacing they have? I think I want the inside/ outside rim out 1" from where it is now. Would rub on control arms less and give me a wider track for a bit of stability (and fill out my bushwhackers more!) :-)

On a standard flared 1995 they were about 25mm to wide. The previous owner needed wider flares. They are 4" back space. They are black and have the round hole pattern.

[ace]

Sounds good, do you have some pics?
Will they bolt right onto an XJ hub without modification?
How much are you chasing for them? :-)

[Bogged]

We have 15x8 3.75 BS for a VERY good price!!