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title: Common Questions on OGT Trailer Brakes & Wheel Offset
description: Below are very commonly asked questions about trailer braking systems including common troubleshooting.
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# Common Questions on OGT Trailer Brakes & Wheel Offset

## Below are very commonly asked questions about trailer braking systems including common troubleshooting.

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Reference Guides:

OGT Wheel Offset / Backspace:

- 2025+ units with steel wheels: 17x8, offset will depend on the tire/trim. Recommend 0mm or less for proper fitment, up to -15mm.
- 2023+ units with Fuel wheels: 17x9 wheel Offset = +1mm  / Backspace 5.25"
- 2022 and previous: 17x8.5 wheel Offset = 0mm / Backspace 4.75"

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