If you go with a 12" rim with a stock 4.5" backset, the wheels really stick out of the rig. I have 10" on 15.5 tires and get stones kicking up all the time. So far-- no damage. I am out about 2-2.5 inches. If you get a 12" with 4.5 backset (at least on WELD Evos) the extra 2" are on the outside of the rim, sticking them out even further.
If you find a rim with a different backset, the tires will move into the wheel well further and may rub. They MAY work but it is an expensive experiment. It will depend on the tire width but 10" look great on any tire 15.5 inche wide and I have not seen any wider than that in a 38" tire.
I spoke with my WELD factory supplier about the above-------WELD 12" are not designed for the H2. Certainly WELD is concerned with call backs and liability so that may be why I get this answer---but my rep is sharp. I did not get 12" for this reason.
Please let me know where you are getting 11" wheels, brand and model--I am curious--haven't seen them.
I am always open to hearing about this subject---I spend a lot of time pondering 10 vrs 12.
Thanks
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