4in vs 4.5in bolt circle rear axle

But the pinion can be swapped out.

Personally I do not see the size of the bolt circle making a difference, that is assuming you are comparing like for like ie 8-3/4 to 8-3/4


Alan
I refering soley to the bolt pattern
Am I less likely to break the 4.5 wheel studs or the 4 in . Does the bolt circle matter ?
Difference in flange sizes? I have never seen dimensions posted. The small bolt studs are smaller.