Backspacing 35"s with 2.5" backspacing

I did some searching and I have been unable to find the answer.

My dad is running 35x15x8s with about 6 to 6.5 inches of lift on his 1989 xj. When turning the tires rub the quick disconnect on the stab. He would like to change the back spacing currently 4"s and he is trying to decide between 3" and 2.5". Does 2.5" interfere with the brakes? Advice appreciated.

Pros:
more stable
Less rubbing

Cons:
Use more unit bearings.

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1057214


Thank you,

Nate

When turning the tires rub the quick disconnect on the stab

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What does this mean ? STUB ?

Why not use a different QD, or move the axle housing sway bar link tab to a different location ?

PolyPerformance makes a longer tab that will raise and move back the QD stub.

http://www.polyperformance.com/shop...y-Bar-Relocation-Bracket-Weld-On-p-21291.html

Typed that wrong.

When turning the tires rub the quick disconnect on the sway bar.

I ran 35'' MTRs on some 15x8s with 2.5'' of BS. It was "wide" but I loved it, cant say it ever hindered my abilities other then the occasional issue with the local popo.

I cut a lot of fender, front and back. I ran some first generation RE quick discos for a couple years but they eventually came off. Never rubbed on them.

Looks good.

I'd be more worried about the unit bearings and axles than anything else. Of course it will fit and look fine.

I'd fix the issue and move on, it's a lot cheaper than changing rims and you'll be getting rid of a problem instead of adding two.

Porch951 said:

I'd be more worried about the unit bearings and axles than anything else. Of course it will fit and look fine.

I'd fix the issue and move on, it's a lot cheaper than changing rims and you'll be getting rid of a problem instead of adding two.

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I put about 15k miles on that setup with no issues with unit bearings, but thats not exactly a long term test.