Wheel Rim Offset Explained

[@jetpit21]

First person who explained offset in simple terms thanks for that great demo.

[@c5bh5]

Best explained definition of all time. No jargon or technical ambiguity, just plain ol' truth..... old school, bruh !

[@hughjass4564]

I had no idea about rim offset and have been wanting to know for ages. This video couldn't have given me a more clearer explanation. Definitely worth the 15 minute watch

[@speedygonzales9993]

Tks!, Ronny. The CLEAREST & SIMPLEST explanation of offset I have ever seen on KZbin.

[@MetrologyEngineer]

Minus the accent... :)

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[@gooseneck7019]

I hate it how ppl explain this. Like fucken rocket science. This video is the easiest best video I've seen

[@crs1474]

Probably one of the better videos I’ve seen explaining and going more into detail about different offsets. Thank you sir 👍

[@007diego2]

Negative offset brings your wheel outward toward the edge, positive offset brings your wheel inward. No off set is centered, Thank you! There was much more that I learned but that was the basic info on which I can build on.

[@inyuashathizz]

All the Aussie off-road channels I come across have clear and informative info about what changes to your vehicle actually do! Refreshing and great for someone new to the hobby.

[@maccas44]

Out of all the videos on KZbin yours Roni was the best explanation,thanks mate

[@tareskisloki8579]

Great video, i've always just told people that negative hits the body, positive hits the suspension, the least technical way i could think to explain it.

[@outbackeddie]

Great explanation. This is why I love KZbin. I learn stuff I would never learn without it. Thank you.

[@dragomirtachev5553]

Best explanation/example so far on the net. Thank you

[@Qtpiecolorist]

Just purchased a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and looking to change my rims, wheels and perhaps add a lift. Your video is so informative and it helped me understand the meaning of offset. GREAT CONTENT. THANK YOU.

[@IBAKaspian]

This is the best video I have watched on this topic. Straight to the point and very well explained. Thank you!!!

[@NHWilderness]

This was by far the best explanation of this..just bought new rims and tires for my 2022 f250 pro comp rim 6 offset 4.75 back spacing with a 295/70/17 BFG AT KO. Thanks for help..I subscribed!

[@WarrenGaum]

Best 4x4 channel on KZbin

[@daudidaudi]

You've explained it better and much simpler than anyone i've heard before, subscribed.

[@johncunningham4820]

Beautifully and SIMPLY explained . Thank You .

[@starcloakstarside9719]

Contrary. I’ve been doing tires for years, I know what Rim Offset is. I just love watching you guys.

[@warryckscown5620]

hey, so how does offset affect handling on a saloon car, will 4mm from std make any difference. how far from std before there may be a negative effect to the handling .. i see this is an old post...

[@Izzyspeeds]

Thank you so much I’ve been trying to understand wheel offset for years

[@elli003]

Thanks for taking the time to 'show' the difference.

[@singhac9480]

Thanks for appearing in my feed. I feel like you keep answering all the questions I otherwise would've never thought to ask. Also great to see your old videos too and appreciate how far you've come; production, content, quality etc.

[@jamescut466]

thanks dude didnt even think about spacers saved me a true penny

[@mz8210]

Hi Ronny...Now how amazing and of a true coincidence this is...I was literally watching several alder of your "MODIFIED" videos, in which (very) regularly wheels, and their offset is talked about, but, not always very clear to me...And now there you are with a very comprehensive video about wheels' OFFSET !! Thanks, very clear !!!

[@wyomin50ball]

15 minutes schooling me of the good stuff. thank you.

[@hard.cast.hunters3207]

Thank you so much…this video has helped me a great deal…I’m in the market for new rims and tires for my Jeep here in Northern Alberta and now I am confident that I’ll pick the right ones…awesome tip about protecting the rubber boots and break lines 👍🏼…lots of sticks and snags where I wheel :)

[@alainstasse4602]

Thanks Ronny, what a timely video. I'm currently shopping for steel rims, and as I have jmacx's axle, I thought I didn't need an offset. Could not find one a zero offset and some were ridiculously out. ROH were the smallest at 10mm. Now I know why. Two inch wider rim will bring it in 1 inch and rub on something. Cool, now I'm happy to buy them. Thank you.

[@reylopez3247]

Ronny, I really appreciate all your videos! Thanks keep them coming!

[@LiquidXiron]

This is the best video and examples about this. Thank you for making this video.

[@AdheipPal]

Very nicely explained. Easy to understand in one viewing only.

[@dperk1757]

Excellent video, best explanation of rim offset I’ve seen.

[@jrvapor]

Have to Ronny you have some of the most informative and easiest to follow videos on the tube, cheers!

[@jimmyletalu7715]

You’re a good teacher.

[@p2nv]

Love your tutorials. Very easy to understand. Keep up the good work.

[@flyersfan651]

I’ve watched at least a dozen wheel “offset” videos and this one is flat-out the best one. Easily to digest and understand. Awesome presentation!

[@Ronny_Dahl]

Great to hear!

[@element271]

People should also be aware about how offsets can effect your scrub radius, and that your offset should match your Tyre height and king ping inclination so you suspension geometry stays in spec and you don’t ruin its handling

[@anotheraussiebattla233]

Awesome video I’m not so stressed about trimming a guard but negative 20ish should help my case instead of chopping the body mount to fit 33s

[@elijahtaugata]

Been watching heaps of your vids, getting my troopy set up from scratch and the $$$ are mounting up, getting the track alignment and GVM upgrade from JMACX and then a roof conversion with alu-cab.... and the $$$ keep piling up since i dont have batteries, water tanks and all that in it yet, as I want it as a home for the next 12mnths or more. Having watched one of your other vids with the Hungarian couple, I can still survive without all the other bells and whistles for now.

[@56588]

Best explanation so far I've been able to find, thanks!

[@Ed-wy2di]

Thanks Ronny. After watching this video, I totally understand the off set

[@Gangat_Car]

Thanks Ronny, understood wheel offset for the first time 🙌

[@gorillaglue5958]

The thumbnail taught me more than all of the vids I’ve watched

[@goofiegoofball]

Greats explanation, always wondered what people meant by off set rims.

[@dwaynestimpson5449]

I was thinking about getting new wheels to compliment my new, larger tires to give me a little poke on my new truck. Now, I think I will stick with my stock wheels. Thanks for the education!

[@JoeGt1]

Thanks so much. Great explanation of wheel offset. 👍🏻

[@outdooraussie6355]

Wow... best explanation I’ve seen/heard. Again Ronny, absolute gem of a video... 👍👍👏👏

[@SuperMegaWoofer3000]

Very handy, I purchased a 4x4 second hand that had steel rims fitted by the previous owner. It turns out I have 17mm (or 18mm) positive offset. Thanks Ronny!

[@arnoldmarb7918]

Thank you for the Info Ronny, I'll make sure I keep this in mind before changing the size of my rims👍

[@SuperBadger999]

probably the best video on KZbin explaining offset! Thank you for saving me time and money

[@lastknownlocation8760]

Thanks Ronny. Great video Also changing the offset either way has a negative impact on steering geometry. Maybe worth the compromise for better stability, but worth thinking about. As well as if you change it and something breaks or bends (think wheel coming off) the vehicle manufacturer will wash their hands of it and you’ll be on your own. They will just say we didn’t test or design the vehicle with those wheels. Can get very bad very quickly if there’s an accident with injury or death. Think ISUZU NPS300 4x4 with wide singles instead of the standard dual rear wheels.

[@edzimdahl1158]

That logic only applies to new vehicles still under whatever warranty guarantee manufacturer may have provided, which even if no mods of any kind done they always find a reason to deny honoring anyway

[@lukeloney3981]

Best offset video ever...Thank's for the great and easy to understand explanation...legend

[@glenmuller6015]

Great video mate clear and concise

[@thecarman3693]

Great video. I would also add that if at all possible one should keep the offset of the factory wheel, even if you go wider (by not too much). This will keep your suspension geometry unaltered. If you change your offset either way you should have your suspension readjusted to keep your tires flat to the road, otherwise along with your bearings you'll unevenly wear out your tires as well.

[@hanspalma5620]

Great job explanaining offset! Thanks for sharing!

[@PhanNguyen-vh6vd]

On your next video can you please point the camera better on measuring the off set can’t really see which point the tap measure have to sit.thanks mate your so awesome!

[@QuantumAlchemyst]

Thank you very much Ronny. Now I understand at last negative and positive index of rims. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻😷😄

[@dominophillips]

Very well done. Perfect explanation.

[@Goodsxp]

Ron, thank you so much. I never knew this and it is never talked about when setting up off-road vehicles. Gezz, I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. I'm very glad to be a subscriber. Be well & Happy trails.

[@TacticalMainframe]

Thank you, best explanation I’ve heard.

[@richardlindquist5936]

Outstanding video - you are a great teacher! A rim choice vid will be great. Such as when would you choose a 15 inch rim over a 17, 18 or 20?

[@eltski2619]

Well explained, I’d recommend explaining back spacing as well.

[@Normambo]

Great vid. Informative, clear and to the point.

[@Sh4dow682]

Awesome! I learnt something new today.. Thanks Ronny

[@enderdavila2910]

hi, from the usa, y love your video, very informative, thanks for sharing.

[@mehpvm]

one of the best explanation

[@ypahihi]

Awesome vid. Easily explained and to the point. Thank you😃

[@markholtan5696]

Been wondering what all meant for years and now I know.....thanks 👍👍

[@ireneusjustinpolicarp8628]

Thanks. Plain and simply explained.

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

I think another important distinction to make is that you can go less positive or more positive if you currently have a positive offset wheel. Likewise, you can go more or less negative offset if you currently have a negative offset wheel. i.e. my truck came with +45 offset wheels. I was running 35x12.5 tires with no rub. I wanted to up the tire to 37x13.5. I also wanted to increase the rim width from 8" to 9" to better suit the wider tires which also has to be considered in the calculation. I went with a lesser positive offset wheel of +20mm. In my case this was the best balance between rubbing on the upper control link inboard and rubbing on the rear of the fender well outboard. In the end with a little rear fender well trimming I have no rub on the fender at full lock, but I did gain a little rub on the upper link at full lock. This is the compromise I had to except to maximize my tire / wheel combo. If I went to 0mm or negative offset, I could easily clear the upper link, but I would have to do major surgery to the rear of the fender well.

[@Rayankady]

Ronny you sir are a HERO. I salute you mate, I just wish to migrate to Australia to go wheeling with you. It's like a kid meeting batman/superman :D

[@ethan498]

Your videos are awesome dude, lots of solid information. appreciate it

[@grantkerr2971]

Thanks Ronny, I think legality is an important consideration. I’m led to believe the maximum negative offset legal in Australia is -25 mm from standard fitment. (For benefit of viewers Eg current model Hilux is +30 therefore max allowed is +5 before one becomes illegal) I see vehicles everyday on the road with aftermarket wheels which are running around with illegal offset if the above is true. If you have knowledge in this area It would be great if you could share that as well, cheers 👍

[@danielleite7795]

Im from Brazil, and your explanation has helped me a lot, thank you very much, and congrats for the video...

[@dudeguy323]

I just found your channel and I am learning sooo much! Thanks man!

[@XanthanGgum]

Best video intros on KZbin! Always got me guessing where he might appear from😁

[@tiptoe2319]

chenzo717 6 foot yet he always finds a way to hide

[@HeRulesAlways]

Excellent video Ronny ... thank you!

[@bobbyrob2008]

Great Explanation, thanks so much!

[@Indieauguste]

Ronny I understood it all. Thanks fella!

[@michaelwilcox9559]

Top explanation Ronny but refer to the 70 series if you decide to use a -55 offset to correct the rear it will mean that you need to run two spares so the track width stays the same on the front. That’s why a wheel spacer works better as you can run the same rim offset front and rear

[@hansheulu]

But the original setting of HILUX is that the wheelbase of the front wheel is wider than the wheelbase of the rear wheel~ There should be a reason, right? I don't understand why the rear wheelbase is compensated to be the same as the front wheelbase? Are there any advantages?

[@ianparsons849]

Can you do a video comparing narrow (255mm or less) and wide tyres (265mm and higher) please? Pros and cons - off road performance, tyre weight (unsprung mass), braking distance, acceleration, stability/handling, fuel consumption etc.

[@SteelmoonWatches]

Finally I get it. Reading about it is painful.

[@kelvinelrick807]

You make amazing videos, definitely one of my favorite channels. Not to be rude but when you say divide by half, It technically means multiply by 2. Something you can say instead is divide by 2 or take half. You do clarify throughout the video which is good. Thank you for your awesome videos!

[@speedygonzales9993]

It's a slip of the tongue.

[@krump7429]

Semantics mate.

[@thatsgangsta2450]

Surely you mean when he says divide by half it would mean, for example 100 divided by 50? Cause you are dividing it by half of the main number?

[@kelvinelrick807]

@@speedygonzales9993 I figured that is what the case is.

[@kelvinelrick807]

@@thatsgangsta2450 When you divide by a fraction, you multiply the number by the fraction's inverse. One half (1/2) becomes two (2/1), which means multiply by 2. In your example 100 divided by 50 = 2. That answer was already known. And surely, I meant exactly what I said.

[@travisoverly1432]

I went with a -19 offset on my new wheels gave me exactly what I was looking for. Slightly wider stance increased my stability a food amount and my traction when driving through soft surfaces.

[@raynman6466]

Traction? A wider track width will have zero effect on Traction. My bet is you got new tyres and that's why you got more traction

[@GaryDasha]

Great vid Ronny, that's something I've always wondered. I'd be really interested to see a video about after market lockers. I.e. different brands and different styles like elockers or airlockers or the "lokka" Cheers!

[@philiproszak1678]

I second this! I've got a lot of questions about lockers.

[@lionel170]

Great video bro straight to the point.

[@johnbongrobles4209]

Thank you for the guidelines this is awesome now i have a idea 💡👍

[@neilqsmith5748]

Clear & Informative - Thanks !!!

[@petermuniz9296]

I wish 2003 had KZbin I learn so much

[@johnbielenda7336]

you have taught me well............thank you

[@nathansilver4736]

Thank You Mate. Excellent Tutorial!! Christopher Los Angeles

[@LONGIRAFFE]

I give this video 10/10 articulations!

[@warryckscown5620]

I fitted 40+ offset with 31x10x15 to my cruiser. till the day i struck a strip of water on the off side. the effect on the steering was quite pronounced, the OME offset is zero. so changed back to std the next day! i have seen guys with wide offset having wheel bearing and other steering problems in the off road scene, i drive around them before i go help where i can..

[@tiemanmalcolm]

Great explanation! Thank you buddy!

[@Chris-ne6nl]

Good on you, explained very well. thanks

[@richlovin2173]

VERY USEFUL VIDEO. THANKS!

[@user-hv5nt8xs2l]

This is the 5th channel I have been unsubscribed to by KZbin I have found in 2 days.

[@thefjirnyjourney8756]

I did see the other video you put up about 16 inch load limits vs 15 inch. It came on just after posting that other comment about rim width. So I have taken that on board and will move up to 16 inch.

[@valkyrierescues7861]

i wish iv seen this video before buying a 6" lift thinking it would solve my internal tire scraping...i wasted alot of money because of my lack of knowledge. 💔💔💔💔💔 thank you for the video

[@badgermetal]

Scrub radius is a problem to consider also. Negative offset will increase this and make turning much harder. It also is more strain on all the turning gear.

[@592Johno]

Well done video. Very informative.

[@michaelcook5233]

The change to scrub angle radius and how this effect driving and wear would have been good to cover also 👍

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Yes, good pick up Michael Cook. A slightly deeper dive into the technical bits would have been nice. I suggested looking at the effects of width of rim too (aside from looks).