What exactly does Offset mean with custom wheels?

[Cajin Kevin]

My ‘21 PB Lariat came stock with the 275/60/20 tires. I’d like to upgrade to some custom wheels. Are there custom wheels available without going to a taller, wider tire? And what does “offset” mean exactly? I’m assuming it refers to how much the tire “sticks out” past the fender well when mounted. I’m a novice when it comes to custom wheels. But I’m sick of the cheap chrome-looking spokes that came on the truck. They’re all scratched and swirled.

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[Groovicles]

Here's a good diagram to help understand what a positive, negative or neutral offset looks like:

So the offset isn't necessarily how wide the wheel is, but rather if the hub of the wheel is in front, behind or directly in the middle of the centre line of the wheel. A negative offset would likely mean more of the wheel and tire poking outside of the fender.

 

[missileboy]

go here and you can play with various sizes and compare stock to what you may want to run

Tire Size Calculator

 

[Cajin Kevin]

Here's a good diagram to help understand what a positive, negative or neutral offset looks like:

So the offset isn't necessarily how wide the wheel is, but rather if the hub of the wheel is in front, behind or directly in the middle of the centre line of the wheel. A negative offset would likely mean more of the wheel and tire poking outside of the fender.

Super helpful. Thanks!

 

[Cajin Kevin]

go here and you can play with various sizes and compare stock to what you may want to run

Tire Size Calculator

Not looking to change tire size. Only upgrade the wheels. But thanks.

 

[Jeb536]

I think the factory offset is +44 which is 44mm out from the center line. a lot of aftermarket rims are 0 offset and an 1' wider so it will make the tires stick out(poke) apx 1 to 1.5" depending on the wheel width you depside to go with.

 

[Old Hat]

Does factory offset differ based on wheels? Where can these dimensions be found? Thanks!

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