Then I measured the inside part on the rim which that part would fit in, it measures 13 3/4". It is out 3/16". From the scratches on the paint from trying to install it is also telling me that it is bottoming out on that part and won't go down any further.

First can someone confirm it is in fact a mopar ring. I attached the package that it came in but that does not guarantee anything.

Has anyone ever encounterd this? These ring were manufactured in 2002 according to the sticker. I keep on coming back to that gap in my first picture.

Any insight would be great. If they are the correct rings then I'm tempted to grind those spot welds, that will give it some room to squeeze but I'm not sure what that will do to its ability to hold on without rewelding them.

Any suggestions???