Overview
The Rough Country R/C1092RED is a red 1.5 inch aluminum wheel adapter, also called a wheel spacer, that converts a 5 on 4.5 inch bolt pattern to a 5 on 5 inch pattern. It lets JK wheels run on TJ, XJ and other Jeeps with a 5 on 4.5 inch bolt pattern.
Beyond the bolt pattern change, the adapter works as a 1.5 inch spacer that allows a wider tire on stock wheels and gives the vehicle a more aggressive look. It is made of 6061-T6 aluminum, a material designed to resist corrosion and the elements.
Rough Country frames the adapter as a way to avoid being limited to one wheel style, so owners can keep their existing wheels in service while matching the bolt pattern of the wheels they want to use.
Key features
- Converts a 5 on 4.5 inch hub to a 5 on 5 inch bolt pattern for mounting JK wheels.
- 1.5 inch thickness adds wheel spacing for a wider tire on stock wheels.
- Made of 6061-T6 aluminum, described by the brand as corrosion resistant.
- Red finish with a bolt-on design.
Before you install a spacer
A spacer moves the wheel outward, which changes how the wheel sits against the fender, the steering knuckle and the brake caliper. The extra offset also places more leverage on the wheel bearing and hub, so the wheel carries loads differently than it did before. Check clearance at full lock after mounting and recheck it once the tires have seated.
Stud length matters with any spacer. Wheel studs must reach through the adapter and still engage the full lug nut thread, so measure before buying hardware. Re-torque the nuts after the first few drives, and inspect the adapter faces for cracks or damage. Keep the mounting faces clean and dry before fitting so the adapter seats flat against the hub.
- Clean hub and adapter faces before mounting
- Recheck nut torque after the first drives
- Measure stud length before buying hardware
Specifications
| Brand | Rough Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | R/C1092RED |
| Type | Wheel adapter and spacer |
| Bolt pattern | 5 on 4.5 to 5 on 5 |
| Thickness | 1.5 inch |
| Material | Aluminum, 6061-T6 |
| Color | Red |
Vehicle fitment
Fitment covers TJ and XJ Jeeps and any Jeep with a 5 on 4.5 inch bolt pattern, so the hub bolt pattern decides whether it applies. Measure your hub before ordering.
A hub that is already 5 on 5 inch does not need this adapter, since it converts 5 on 4.5 inch to 5 on 5 inch. Check the hub bolt pattern and confirm year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
This is a bolt-on adapter, so it mounts between the hub and the wheel. Measure the hub bolt pattern and the wheel bolt pattern before installation. Spacers move the wheel outward, so check for tire rubbing on the fenders and at full steering lock after installation.
What’s included
The adapter is red with a 1.5 inch thickness. Check the package contents against your installation before starting, and confirm whether wheel studs or bolts are needed.
