So the wheel will have 3 inches from the inside of the hub face to the inside rim face, and 4 inches from the hub face to the outside rim face. If the measurements are equal, that is a Zero Offset because the hub face is right in the center of the wheel. A 3+4 offset is a Negative Offset, and a 5+2 would be a Positive Offset.
What does offset mean on a golf cart?
On a golf cart with wheels that are offset, the tire/wheel assembly will be either close together or farther apart compared to wheels that are centered, depending on whether the wheels have a positive or negative offset. Can I put an 18” tire on an 8” wheel?
What is the offset of a wheel?
What is Wheel Offset? In short, offset is the distance from the center line of your wheel to the mounting pad. If the mounting pad is closer to the face of the wheel from the center line the wheel is a positive offset, if the mounting pad of the wheel is at the dead center of the center line the wheel is a zero offset and if the mounting pad ...
What are center mount and negative offset golf cart wheels?
Golf cart wheels are generally produced in two mounting styles for golf cart purposes – center mount and negative offset. The differences between the two styles are based on the position of the mounting flange (center of the wheel where the lug bolts go through).
What do the numbers mean on ATV wheel offset?
Understanding ATV Wheel Offsets. The 2nd number is the measurement (in inches) from the hub to the outside lip of the rim. For example: An ATV wheel with a 4+3 offset will measure 4" from the inside lip to the center of the rim where the hub and rim meet, and then it will measure 3" from the hub to the outside lip.
What is golf cart wheel offset?
Golf Cart Wheel Offset An offset wheel means the hub mounting surface is not in the center. On a golf cart with offset wheels, the tire & wheel assemblies will either be closer together or further apart than centered wheels, depending on whether the wheels have a positive or negative offset.
What is a 4x3 offset?
For example: An ATV wheel with a 4+3 offset will measure 4" from the inside lip to the center of the rim where the hub and rim meet, and then it will measure 3" from the hub to the outside lip. The two numbers added together will total the overall width of the rim.
How do you measure the offset of a golf cart?
0:421:53How-To Measure Golf Cart Wheel Size & Offset - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWhat that is determined by is the actual mounting surface where it mounts to the hub on your golfMoreWhat that is determined by is the actual mounting surface where it mounts to the hub on your golf car how will it measure that is turn it upside down we get a flat bar.
Which offset sticks out more?
A simple way to understand offset, is the lower the offset, the more the wheel will stick out, likewise, the higher the offset, the more the wheel will tuck in.
How much wheel offset is acceptable?
5 millimetersEven if the tire and wheel have enough clearance, the wrong offset can decrease vehicle stability. Generally, with new wheels, you don't want the new offset to be more than 5 millimeters different from the old offset.
What rim offset do I need?
If the new wheels are the same width, the new offset should ideally be within 5mm of the old offset in either direction. If offset must be substantially different, avoid using more positive offset at all costs. If the new wheels are wider, backspacing must be calculated.
What size are stock golf cart rims?
GOLF CART WHEEL SIZES EXPLAINED Golf cart wheels come in 4 standard diameters: 8”, 10”, 12”, and 14”.
What does et 25 offset mean?
You will most often find this measurement moulded or stamped on your wheel, for example et25 or 25p. This would mean your mounting face is 25mm towards the outside of your rim from half of the wheel's width.
How are cart wheels measured?
0:346:39How to Measure Your Golf Cart Wheels & Golf Cart ... - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWe will have to measure from where the tire mouse on the top to where the tire mounts on the bottom.MoreWe will have to measure from where the tire mouse on the top to where the tire mounts on the bottom. We can get this measurement I measure the entire wheel and deducting a half inch on each side.
Which offset pushes wheel out?
negative offsetYou can see how a positive offset will tuck the assembly further under the fender, while a zero or negative offset pushes the wheel out towards or even past the fender.
Will positive offset make wheels stick out?
Most of the truck wheels come with a positive offset. This means that the wheels are not necessarily sticking out. Now, you just have to adjust the offset to negative or less positive to see that the truck's wheel stick out. Offset is usually measured in millimeters.
How many inches does offset stick out?
Yup.. - 12 offset. Sticks out sbout an inch.
What does 20mm offset mean?
A 20mm offset means the wheel face is more toward the outside of the vehicle than a 1mm offset.
What is 40mm offset?
+40 offset means that the mounting point of your wheel is 40 mm away from the centerline, towards the street side. Most vehicles come with a factory offset of about +12 to +20. In this case, assuming that your original offset was zero, if you switch to a +40 offset rim, your wheel will be tucked in by 40 mm.
What does 18mm offset mean?
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What does offset mean in wheels?
The offset of a wheel is the distance from the hub mounting surface to the center line of the wheel. The wheel offset is measured in millimeters and results in a positive, negative, or zero offset. Positive offset is when the hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel.
What is offset on golf cart wheels?
Custom wheel and tire orders usually start with the wheel. You will hear the term 3+4, 2+4 or 2+5 offset. Most of our golf cart wheels are 3+4 offset as a 2+4 or 2+5 offset pushes the wheel out from the hub and therefore the body (see image below).
What size tires are used on a golf cart?
The industry standard factory Golf Cart Tires that come on 99% of golf carts are 18x8.5-8" tires. Many cart owners decide to go with upgraded aftermarket wheels and tires in 10", 12", and 14" sizes... which is where the hundreds of new tire sizes/options come into play.
How tall tires can a Yamaha golf cart fit?
Non-lifted (stock) Yamaha golf carts can fit any 18" tall all terrain tires (18 x8-8" or 18x8-10") max without a lift kit.
What is the width of a golf cart tire?
205: This is the width of the golf cart tire ( across) in millimeters , which is about 8 inches#N#50: The ratio of the sidewall to the width (divide the first number, 205 by this number to get the ratio...the bigger the ratio, the meatier and taller the tire)#N#10: The tire size (to match wheel size you will mount on) in inches
What is the difference between a 205-30-14 and a 205-65-10?
While a 205-30-14 tire on a 14 inch wheel (3+4 offset) installed on a Yamaha Drive will be slightly slower than the 205-65-10 but the 14 inch wheel will shine more. Club Car and EZGO typically have less tire and wheel flexibility due to the body style, but there are some nice options for them as well.
Is chrome wheel brighter than other colors?
Obviously the larger the custom wheel the more "sparkle" and "dance" the wheels create as they turn. Likewise, Chrome is brighter than most other colors. But size may give way to a less comfortable ride if a low profile tire is mounted on a 14 inch wheel as an example. But the trade off may be worth it.
What is offset on a wheel?
What is Wheel Offset? In short, offset is the distance from the center line of your wheel to the mounting pad. If the mounting pad is closer to the face of the wheel from the center line the wheel is a positive offset, if the mounting pad of the wheel is at the dead center of the center line the wheel is a zero offset and if the mounting pad ...
What Offset Does My Vehicle Require?
No vehicle has a set number that they require , every vehicle has a minimum and maximum offset tolerance they can use. It is very important that the wheels you choose are within that minimum and maximum offset range to prevent fitment issues.
How to measure backspacing on a wheel?
Measure your backspacing. With the wheel laying flat on its face measure the distance between the mounting pad of the wheel and the outer edge of the wheel barrel.
What is the difference between backspacing and offset?
If you skipped that section, the backspace of a wheel is the distance from the outer edge of the wheel to the mounting pad. While the offset of the wheel is the distance from the centerline of the wheel to the mounting pad.
How does offset affect fitment?
The easiest way to understand how the offset affects your fitment is, the higher the offset the closer the wheel is to your chassis and the lower the offset the further the wheel is from your chassis.
What tolerance do you need for wheels to stick out?
If you want the wheels to stick out the least or not stick out at all aim for options closer to your maximum tolerance of 12.
How to determine wheel flange size?
Determine your centerline, this is your wheels width divided by two being the dead center of your wheel. Measure your backspacing.
What happens if the offset of the wheel is not correct?
If the offset of the wheel is not correct for the vehicle, the handling can also be adversely affected. When the width of the wheel changes, the offset also changes numerically. If the offset were to stay the same while you added width, the additional width would be split evenly between the inside and outside.
What is a deep dish wheel?
“Deep dish” wheels are typically a negative offset and benefit the design process by allowing sharp angles, deep spokes and incredible layering.
Sizing
Modern golf cart tires are tubeless and come in a wide variety of sizes and tread patterns. All tubeless golf cart tires have a thick ‘bead’ at the inner diameter of the tire on each side and air pressure pushes the bead against the wheel to form an air tight seal.
Tire Pressure
Your golf cart’s tire pressure is critical to long tire life. Proper tire pressure is usually indicated on the sidewall and will vary between brands or models of golf cart tires. Most golf car tires use somewhere between 15 to 25 PSI (pounds per square inch) with an average of about 20-22 PSI.
Tire Tread Patterns
Golf cart tire tread patterns vary from smooth (no tread at all) for greens mowers to straight rib and sawtooth for golf, turf, and street, to every type of knobby imaginable for off-road, mud, sand, and lifted application. We carry a full line of golf cart tires in our online store for golf/street use and for all types of off-road terrain.
Golf Cart Wheels
The rubber tires just described are useless without a golf cart wheel to which it is mounted. Golf cart wheels are generally made from steel or aluminum and can be painted or chromed. Wheels have rim flanges at their outer edges that provide a ‘seat’ for the ‘bead’ of the golf cart tire and a small hole for the valve stem.
What size tires can a golf cart fit?
Lifted golf carts can fit ANY 8” tire, low profile OR high profile. In addition, lifted golf carts can fit any high profile tire measuring at 10”, 12” or 14”. Lifted carts will be able to take 20", 22", 23" and in some cases 24" all terrain tires.
Why rotate golf cart tires?
Rotate Tires Regularly - Uneven weight differences between the front and rear of the golf cart can cause wear and tear. Keeping your tires rotated periodically keeps them as even as can be, thus cutting down on the wear and tear. This is best for golf cart tires.
How to remove lug nuts from golf cart?
The first thing you’ll want to do is slide a small floor jack under the chassis of the golf cart to raise it up slightly. Next, remove the lug nuts using the proper socket size and pull the wheel off of the lug studs. From there, you’ll need to use a valve stem tool to remove the valve from the tire stem.
What is a dot tire?
A DOT golf cart tire is a tire that is approved by the Department of Transportation for legal use on highways. DOT approved golf cart tires have street tread patterns. These golf cart tires come in several different sizes to fit 8”, 10”, 12”, and 14” golf cart wheels.
How much pressure should a golf cart tire be?
The sidewall of the tire tells the tale. On the sidewall of the golf cart tire, you will find the tire pressure (or PSI) that is recommended for your particular tire. Generally, it’s between 15-25 PSI.
How big of a tire can you put on an EZGO golf cart?
Stock EZGO golf carts that have not been lifted are able to fit up to a 20.5” tire with ease (no rubbing), but only if there is no added weight on the back of the golf cart such as a cargo box, rear flip seat kit, etc. Adding new heavy duty leaf springs on the rear of your golf cart is highly recommend if you plan on putting that large of a tire on your golf cart. Click here for Rear Leaf Spring Kits. Basically, anything over 18.5” needs some new heavy duty leaf springs to prevent problems with friction/rubbing. Here’s a link to EZGO Tires for reference.
What is an all terrain golf cart tire?
An all terrain golf cart tire is just another term for a high profile tire or off road tire. See above for more on high profile tires and click here for some big All Terrain Tires.
What does offset mean on a wheel?
What does Offset mean? Offset is the distance between the hub mounting face at the back of the wheel and the wheel’s center line. Offset is usually stamped or engraved into the wheel and is measured in millimetres of ‘ET’ [ET is the short form of the German word ‘Einpresstiefe’ which literally translates as ‘insertion depth’] ...
Where are positive offset wheels mounted?
Positive Offset wheels have their mounting face toward the front face of the wheel. Most front wheel drive vehicles have positive ET wheels.
How does an ATV wheel offset work?
Every rim has an offset that consists of 2 numbers that are measurements. The first number is the measurement (in inches) from the inside lip of the rim, to the center of the rim where the hub and rim meet. The 2nd number is the measurement (in inches) from the hub to the outside lip of the rim. For example: An ATV wheel with a 4+3 offset will measure 4" from the inside lip to the center of the rim where the hub and rim meet, and then it will measure 3" from the hub to the outside lip. The two numbers added together will total the overall width of the rim. Here are a few pictures and some additional information to help you understand ATV rim offsets.
What is a positive offset wheel?
A positive offset wheel has more rim in behind the hub of your ATV and less rim out in front of the hub. A positive offset will have a larger number first and and smaller number second. For example. 4+2, 5+2, 4+3, 5+3
What is a wide offset?
Wide stance offsets (aka negative offsets) can only be used on ATVs or UTVs with the Independent Rear Suspension, and they are not available in all fitments. They are generally used on UTVs to widen the stance & increase stability.
What is the 2nd number on a wheel?
The 2nd number is the measurement (in inches) from the hub to the outside lip of the rim. For example: An ATV wheel with a 4+3 offset will measure 4" from the inside lip to the center of the rim where the hub and rim meet, and then it will measure 3" from the hub to the outside lip.
Can you run the same size tires on the same rims?
This works great even though most factory rims are two different widths. You don't have to stick with that, you can buy the same rims front and rear and run the same size tires front and rear or you can get two different widths of tires and mount them on the same size rims.
Do you need a positive offset for front rims?
FRONT - You will need a positive offset for the front which could be one of several options, it just depends on what is offered in the rims you are buying. You will want the first number to be larger than the second number. For example, 4+2, 4+3, 5+2
Do you need to check bolt pattern on ATV?
When measuring your ATV's bolt pattern you will want to check both the front and rear. Some ATV models use a different bolt pattern on front and back so you'll want to double check yours before purchasing new wheels. You can also view our ATV Bolt Pattern guide to find out.
What is an off road golf cart tire?
Off-Road: These golf cart tires (otherwise known as all-terrain) are thicker and intended to handle rough terrain with ease. If you don’t use your cart a lot of paved and flat/smooth surfaces, these tires might be the best option.
What makes a difference in golf cart tire size?
Another factor that will make a difference in your golf cart tire size is whether your cart is lifted or not. Lift kits are used to create more distance between the bottom of your cart and the ground. This is useful for all-terrain situations. If you have a lifted cart, this will also affect your golf cart tire size.
What to consider before buying a golf cart tire?
The size can depend on many different factors, including: The make and model of your cart. Whether or not you installed a lift kit. If wheel offset needs to be considered. If the tire is high or low profile.
How wide are golf cart tires?
Many stock golf cart tires clock in at 18 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide when full of air. This type of tire can be fitted on an 8-inch round hub. The two most common stock tire sizes are 8 inches wide and 7 inches wide. There are even options to customize your tires depending on your needs or make/model.
How many profiles are there in golf cart tires?
There are two profiles ( referring to the kind of tire tread) that golf cart tires are available in:
What information do you need to know about golf cart tires?
Information you will generally need includes the following: The make of your golf cart. The model of your golf cart. The year your golf cart was manufactured. All of this can help you find out which tire is best suited to your golf cart. You can also keep an old tire to use as a reference.
What does 50 mean on a tire?
50 - This number is a ratio that indicates how thick the sidewall of the tire is compared to the width (first number). Generally, the larger this number is the taller the tire
