johnpr

ok, im sure youve seen this question before, what is the difference between a fwd and rwd wheel, i was talking with a guy at work and we figure that it probably has something to do with the structure of the rim, but not positive.
also, would it be safe to use a fwd rim on my car? i plan on increasing my hp to around 400-450 so its not going to be to radical so....
thanks
john

LS69TA

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Fwd rims usually have alot more backspacing than most of the rwd wheels. (More flat faced vs. more of a deep-dished look.)

The93z

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Ahh i did not know this

johnpr

thanks, thats interesting, i wonder why they would run more back spacing..... but yeah ive noticed that on alot of the fwd cars they are a flatter looking rim.

LS69TA

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Probably because of close clearances with the fenders/inner fenders. The more backspacing gives them less chances of the tires rubbing.