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What's your opinion on 4x3 vs 5x2 offset for the xp1000? I want more width but don't want to affect the handling negatively. But right now I have no bump steer (stock wheels). I had a race rhino that had a lot. So I'm thinking a little wouldn't bother me? What say you?
Goodtimes
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Solid question.
It is a toss up. Its what do you want more. Stability or handling. On paper the 5+2 which will make the UTV 7/8 wider per side is the go to wheel as it will give you less scrub radius. But hey how often are we in a perfect environment and racing on paper. We have top 5 Pro UTV races running 4+3 as the majority with no shock or scrub complaints. To make matters even more fun. I personally run the 5+2 in the front and the 4+3 in the rear. I am really micromanaging Ha ha. No matter what I always go to the thought process of if I am running in a tight trail environment I will favor the 5+2 and if I am running in a desert or more of an open area I would choose the 4+3. Staying wit the same off set will make life easier if you need a spare. Hope this helps
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Rynomx785
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Yes, they make the 401 and the Standard in a 15x7. Both are only available in 4+3 though.
They also make the 406 in a 15x8 (4+4) and 15x10 (5+5) which is what you are seeing on the car with the Desert-Trak/Padla-Trak setup at the top of the page.
Rynomx785
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What is your opinion on the 4+3 vs stock now that you have ran both?Look what I scored at the Sand Sports Super Swap today!
jajl22
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Rynomx785,
Thx for the info i appreciate it.
Unfortunately sounds like what they offer is not going to work for me, i need 5+2 so i can still fit in my trailer with the long travel kit. Stock wheels only clear by about 1/2" on both sides so the 4+3 would put me into the sides for sure.
Thx for the info i appreciate it.
Unfortunately sounds like what they offer is not going to work for me, i need 5+2 so i can still fit in my trailer with the long travel kit. Stock wheels only clear by about 1/2" on both sides so the 4+3 would put me into the sides for sure.
I debated over the offset for a couple of months. I really wanted more width for stability. I'm very happy that I went with 4x3 instead of 5x2!
Yes the steering takes a little bit of effort now. But it doesn't have bad bump steer where I would be afraid of having my thumbs on the inside of the steering wheel. I had a Rhino like that before and it sucked!
I went from 32" Mongrels on the stock wheels, which handled great, to 30" Tensors on these wheels. This setup corners much much better and stops better too. I feel like I can do no wrong now. I steer, floor it, and the car does more then what I want!
I have the Mongrels for sale. But, I'm really tempted to put them on these wheels so I can see if it's mainly the offset that's better or the tires. I'm sure it's a combo of both though.
Rynomx785
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Really the only 15" wheel in a 5+2 that I have been able to find is the STI HD5.
Rynomx785
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Thanks.... I'm still torn on what to get. I'm thinking about getting 401s and doing a 5+2 in the front and 4+3 in the back like Stephen mentioned. I wish there were more wheels that came in both offsets.
george.felix
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I have rubbed mine on a narrow trailer and it works fine as long as nothing sharp hanging off the rails......
Rynomx785
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How much do you want for the Mongrels BTW? I may be interested.
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