Faq
Technical & Fitment Calibration
Q: What is the difference between wheel offset and backspacing?
A: While both measure where the wheel sits in relation to your vehicle's fender and suspension lines, they measure from different points. Offset (measured in millimeters, denoted as ET) is the distance from the wheel's true centerline to its mounting pad. A negative offset pushes the wheel outward for an aggressive, wide stance, while a positive offset pulls it inward. Backspacing (measured in inches) is the distance from the back edge of the wheel lip to the mounting pad. Correctly balancing both ensures your wheels clear both outer fenders and inner suspension components.
Q: What does "hub-centric" mean, and do I need hub-centric rings?
A: A wheel is hub-centric when its center bore perfectly matches the diameter of your vehicle's wheel hub snout. This ensures the weight of the vehicle is centered on the hub rather than the lug studs. Because aftermarket wheels are often manufactured with larger center bores to fit a wide range of vehicles, hub-centric rings are frequently required to bridge the gap, eliminating high-speed steering wheel vibrations.
Q: Will upgrading to wider aftermarket wheels clear my factory brakes?
A: Not necessarily. Clearance depends highly on the wheel's spoke profile and backspacing design, especially if your vehicle is equipped with heavy-duty or performance multi-piston calipers (like Brembo or Wilwood). If you are running an upgraded or large-brake package, we highly recommend consulting with our fitment specialists to cross-reference caliper clearance profiles before ordering.
Inventory, Orders & Shipping
Q: Are all the wheels listed on your website physically in stock?
A: We stock over 1,000 wheels physically in our Grant, MI warehouse for immediate local pick-up or fast shipping. To offer the largest selection possible, our platform also synchronizes live, real-time inventory data directly from a massive network of multi-vendor distributors. If an item is on a national backorder, our team will reach out directly before processing payment to provide an accurate lead time or suggest a seamless alternative.
Q: Do you ship wheels and tires pre-assembled?
A: Yes! We offer complete, custom wheel and tire packages. When you purchase a package, we can professionally mount and road-force balance them using our specialized touchless machinery before crating and shipping them to your door. TPMS sensors can also be pre-installed upon request.
Local Shop & Installation Services
Q: Can your Grant, MI facility handle extreme tire setups?
A: Absolutely. We have invested heavily in state-of-the-art, touchless mounting machines and high-definition road-force balancers. We routinely handle everything from low-profile performance passenger car profiles to aggressive, deep-lip 24x14 wheels wrapped in heavy 37" off-road mud tires without marring, scratching, or damaging custom finishes.
Q: Do I need an alignment immediately after getting new wheels and tires?
A: If you are changing your overall wheel diameter, width, or offset—or if you're installing a suspension upgrade like a lift or lowering kit at the same time—a precision alignment is highly recommended. Altering these parameters changes your vehicle's tracking geometry. A precise digital alignment down to the millimeter protects your tire investment from premature, uneven wear and ensures safe, predictable handling.
Q: Can I stop by your showroom to test-fit or look at wheels?
A: We welcome customers to visit our shop at 161 South Maple, Grant, MI 49327. Our knowledgeable sales and technical staff can walk you through different finishes, lip styles, and structural options to help dial in the exact stance you want for your truck, Jeep, or street car build.