Anyone running 18 inch wheels?

[kerryt1]

I'm looking at options to put on after leveling, thinking of downsizing from 20" to 18" or 17", but I think the 17 is a touch small possibly. I'm planning on running a 33" tire with factory flares.

Any info helps: wheel offset or backspacing, tire size, suspension mods...

 

[chrisc60]

I'm looking at options to put on after leveling, thinking of downsizing from 20" to 18" or 17", but I think the 17 is a touch small possibly. I'm planning on running a 33" tire with factory flares.

Any info helps: wheel offset or backspacing, tire size, suspension mods...

I'm running these with Bridgestone K02's, LT275 70R18. Unfortunately, I don't know the offset. They were on the truck when I bought it.

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[kerryt1]

The other main issue I'm having is finding an 18" tire that is approximately 33" and is not Load Range E.

 

[kerryt1]

Bump.

 

[shawn1112]

I went from factory 20's down to 18's. Very happy with it
http://www.ramforum.com/f40/bils_new_wheels-90261/

 

[PDXRam]

Running 18" wheels with 35" tires. -12 offset




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[blackbeautyhemi]

The other main issue I'm having is finding an 18" tire that is approximately 33" and is not Load Range E.

Tire options sucks for 18" wheels. Def more options for 20". Here's my 18" wheel with 35's for reference.

 

[jarzo]

Running 18" wheels with 35" tires. -12 offset

With a -12 offset, how much do the tires stick out?

I was thinking of going with 35x12.5x18 tires with -12 offset.

Thanks

 

[PDXRam]

I later added Bushwacker fender flares so I'll most likely be adding 1.5" bora wheel spacers to get them out a little more, after my lift. Only issue is if my mpg is going to take an even bigger hit from adding those spacers too


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[RamWrayzor]

18s, -12 offset with 35s

 

[kerryt1]

Thanks everyone, the 18 just seems like the right size. The bad thing is every tire seems to be E load range and I don't want that much weight or stiffness.

I did find a couple of 17" tires that would work. Maybe it won't look too bad since I'm staying with 33" OD.

 

[SilverStreak88]

I'm running an 18x9 0 offset, don't miss the 20's at all, rides better as well.

 

[R.L.K.]

Thanks everyone, the 18 just seems like the right size. The bad thing is every tire seems to be E load range and I don't want that much weight or stiffness.

I did find a couple of 17" tires that would work. Maybe it won't look too bad since I'm staying with 33" OD.

I think the 17" wheels look great and it gives the 33" tires that big rubber look and most will think you have 35" tires .

Another advantage in the 17" wheels over larger wheels is the lesser overall weight of the tire & Wheel assy . The added rubber weighs less than the solid alluminum wheel .

There is a disadvantage though , if your planning to install a suspension lift kit in the future , some require a minimum wheel diameter of 18" to clear the new lift & steering components .

Hope this helps !