Wheel specs

[Killerbee]

I am looking to put a 20" wheel on this truck. What specific offset do I need to look for?

Any help/guidance appreciated. :hug: Don't want to make an expensive mistake.

 

[LarryJewell]

I've found that Discount Tire is very helpful with specs........I'm pretty sure they are nationwide.

 

[SmokeShow]

if it's a stock height truck, I like the way wheels with 5+" of backspace fit. They don't stick out so far and push the outter edge of the tire forward into the bumper or back into the fender(liner) when turning. My understanding is that wheels with larger offsets may not fit on lifted trucks as well due to different susp. component clearance.


C-ya

 

[SmokeShow]

that's for wheels wider than 5" BTW

 

[kodydog]

There is a pretty good article on this over at DP

http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=91242

 

[Killerbee]

Thanks for the help. Looks like an optimum arrangement would be a 9" rim with 5" of backspacing. Then keep the tire under 32.5" tall.

Since i'll never find such a rim, I have to probably go to 4.5" BS (common), because more than 5" of BS will cause rubbing issues on linkage.

 

[SmokeShow]

michael, here is an example of a wheel that meets the criteria.

Brand: KMC
Model/Name: Backseat
Dimensions: 20x9 w/ 5" BS

 

[Killerbee]

michael, here is an example of a wheel that meets the criteria.

Brand: KMC
Model/Name: Backseat
Dimensions: 20x9 w/ 5" BS

Is KMC a decent quality rim? I like it.

 

[sweetdiesel]

Is KMC a decent quality rim? I like it.

YES!

 

[SIKDMAX]

Ya KMC is a decent company. Make sure you check wheel weight ratings if you plan on any towing. Should be good with KMC. Backseats are a nice wheel.

 

[Killerbee]

You guys are getting me excited now.

What is the importance of bore, apparently there are 2 main bores for the GM, 117mm and 130mm. Is it important I get the correct one? Something about hubcentric (GM) vs lug centric.

 

[LarryJewell]

I think you want the 117mm, my son put my H2's on his Dodge 2500 and had to bore them out to 121mm. That would lead me to believe that you have 117mm.

 

[SmokeShow]

my understanding is that most, if not all, aftermarket wheels are made so that they can be lug centric - you know, more of a universal application thing.

The Dodges do have a larger hub than the GM, so yes, Hummer wheels have to be clearanced in order to fit on the Dodge. I doubt there are many, if any, aftermarket wheels that are only going to be able to fit the GM application and not the Dodge also. Having to make the wheels with two different center bore dimensions for the hubs to go through would kind of be shooting the wheel manufacturer in the foot don't ya think? While there may be some, I'ce venture to guess that most will fit the Dodges, and therefore have adequate hub clearance to fit the GM applications as well.

C-ya

 

[Killerbee]

http://www.procomptires.com/series107.htm

looking at these, 3500 lb rating, and polished, I am not a big chrome lover, a little loud.

 

[Killerbee]

http://www.procomptires.com/pxa4028.html

another I like.

 

[LarryJewell]

http://www.procomptires.com/pxa4028.html

another I like.

The black look good too

 

[sweetdiesel]

http://www.procomptires.com/pxa4028.html

another I like.

Me likey too

 

[sweetdiesel]

If i was going to do it again and im sure i will
Im going with wheels that are teflon coated

My rims are american raceing rims and after only one season they are pitted

Warrentee does not cover them if you drive them anywhere that is not in a showroom!

I like KMC Rockstars but everyone has them now where i live

 

[paint94979]

Im working on having a set of stock wheels powder coated Black. I would assume Teflon is more durable that powder coating?

 

[Killerbee]

Me likey too

I called and that rim is not available yet