Bigwhitey3500

I've been thinking on getting new 17" wheels for my truck. I'd keep the Michelin 265x70R17 tires. Just for giggles, I looked into 18" wheels. I found a size that is real close to the 17" tires. 275x65R18. These are 32.1" diameter, 11" wide and have a rev per mile of 651. The stock 265's are 31.8 in diameter and 10.7" wide. 654 rev per mile. Obviously swapping to the 18" wheels would be more expensive because I'd have to buy the tires also. So, my question is, anyone swap to 18" wheels on a 4x2? I'm thinking of doing this mainly for looks. The 18" should look more "beefy" over the stock 17"? Since the 2 are real close in size, do you think there would be issues with the speedo or computer? Thanks!

MikeyB

Should be fine.
BTW, the stock Michelins are only 31.4".

MikeyB

rip 112

I have 20's on my 2wd and it looks mean!!! Slight difference in mph, maybe 1mph.

rip 112

here ya go, I know it isn't 18's but it should give you an idea...

Bigwhitey3500

Nice looking! What is the load range on those? I need to keep it stock or higher. (3195#'s) thanks.

rip 112

I have the 285's (2756lbs). They offer a 305/55r20 (3195lbs) and a 275/65r20 (3750). I have hauled loads heavy enough, and they have been fine.