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Old 06-07-2025, 04:41 PM   #10
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Default Re: IDing 40s steels. 4" or 4-1/2" wide? Easy how to.

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Originally Posted by Flathead Fever View Post
It seems like any 16" rim would measure the same distance. That makes it look like there are two different diameter rims. I wouldn't want to put a 16" tire on a 15-inch rim.
You're missing the point.

I'm not measuring any diameters. I'm showing the relative alignments of the rims against the centres. The 4-1/2" wheel is 1/2" wider, so sticks out 1/4" more than the 4". You can see the difference using a straight edge.
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