Offroad Wheels

Denk · 06-06-2003, 03:43 PM

So is there a standard for wheels that people have when going offroad. Starting to look into tyres and wheels. Got the BFG MTs 32x11.50 picked out. I just need to seat them now. So what does everybody have. C'mon and brag a bit.

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Vato Loco · 06-06-2003, 03:46 PM

The black rockcrawlers I hear is very poplur I think, but I'm not too sure.

884runner · 06-06-2003, 04:10 PM

i have 32x11.5 procomp muds which is the exact same tire almost as the bfg and i have the mounted on 15x8 Rock Crawler Chome modulars and i like them very much plus they were only like 47 bucks each.

Terry4X4 · 06-06-2003, 04:29 PM

There are two camps for offroad wheels, 1) Aluminum & 2) Steel. Each has been argued many times over which is best. In either case if you don't plan to go wider than a 12.5" tire then you will want an 8" wide wheel for offroad.

Aluminum is stronger but if you bend one your hosed. Aluminum cost much more than steel.

Steel is cheaper and if you bend one you can pound it back with a BFH. Chrome plated steel wheels tend to rust after awhile.

Pick your poison.

joshik · 06-06-2003, 04:36 PM

check this out for wheels:
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92 Toyota · 06-06-2003, 04:45 PM

Black Rockcrawlers

(I have 32x11.50x15 on 15x10's)But we have no laws in Fla about how far your tires can stick out past the fender.

seafarinman · 06-06-2003, 04:49 PM

Unique 252 "Streetlock" wheels with the beadlock look and the reinforced rounded lip welded around the outside. Stronger than a "regular" black rock crawler, and $60.00 each at Discount Tire/America's Tire Company...

MNBOY · 06-06-2003, 04:59 PM

I have the black rock crawlers and a BFH behind the seat in case I dent one too much. I have no complaints and they were cheap.

TDiddy · 06-06-2003, 05:18 PM

Hey Terry, good to see ya over here! I've been considering a set of rock crawlers too. I sort of like these from Wheeler's Off Road.

Terry4X4 · 06-06-2003, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mertztr
Hey Terry, good to see ya over here! I've been considering a set of rock crawlers too. I sort of like these from Wheeler's Off Road.

Those look pretty nice. And a good price too. I'm considering replacing my rusty 7 yr old wheels when I step up the tire size shortly.

doink · 06-06-2003, 07:42 PM

BLACKROCKCRAWLERS! i love mine, and at 39 bux a peice, they cant be beaten

Cebby · 06-06-2003, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by doink
BLACKROCKCRAWLERS! i love mine, and at 39 bux a peice, they cant be beaten

I've heard just the oppposite - they prefer to be beaten...

metal22lica · 06-06-2003, 09:17 PM

Hey Doink..whats the backspacing on yours? i am looking to get some....and im looking at the 15x8 and i would like them to stick out of the wells a little..and that is the back spacing that makes them do that right?

Tacoma Dude · 06-06-2003, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 92 Toyota
Black Rockcrawlers (I have 32x11.50x15 on 15x10's)But we have no laws in Fla about how far your tires can stick out past the fender.

Actually this just gives law enforcement probably cause to pull over the ricers. If you get caught in this w/ a truck then you've either done something to get the attention of the cop or you're just unlucky and the cop is just anal or looking for something to do.
More likely the first though.

seafarinman · 06-06-2003, 09:50 PM

Mine have the 3.75" backspacing. They stuck out enough that I could see my rear tires in my side mirrors. After wheeling them like that for a while I decided to get the Bushwacker Extend-a-fender flares. Now they are covered like the stock alloys were. All I need now is a matching spare wheel.

Terry4X4 · 06-06-2003, 10:57 PM

Having your tires stick out a little has a couple of advantages offroad. 1) The wider stance provides more stability, 2) On the driver's side they are more visible, easier to place 'em on a rock or picking the right line, 3) In a tight situation the wheels can actually save your sheet metal from trail rash.

Denk · 06-09-2003, 07:23 AM

gerat insights fellas, gotta do a bit more research for the best price. But it looks like the black steelie rockkrawlers will be the winner.

Arnold · 06-09-2003, 07:34 AM

One advantage of running aluminum wheels is less weight.

06-06-2003, 03:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
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06-06-2003, 04:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
884runner Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Lilburn, Georgia Posts: 368	tires and wheels i have 32x11.5 procomp muds which is the exact same tire almost as the bfg and i have the mounted on 15x8 Rock Crawler Chome modulars and i like them very much plus they were only like 47 bucks each.

06-06-2003, 04:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
Terry4X4 Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 28	There are two camps for offroad wheels, 1) Aluminum & 2) Steel. Each has been argued many times over which is best. In either case if you don't plan to go wider than a 12.5" tire then you will want an 8" wide wheel for offroad. Aluminum is stronger but if you bend one your hosed. Aluminum cost much more than steel. Steel is cheaper and if you bend one you can pound it back with a BFH. Chrome plated steel wheels tend to rust after awhile. Pick your poison. __________________ Terry Johnson President Gettin' Off 4X4 Club http://www.gettinoff4x4.com '89 XCab SR5 V6 w/ D60 Hybrid SAS w/ Hi Pinion & ARB, Marlin Dual Cases (200:1), Detroit rear, etc. etc. '97 TJ w/ Atlas 3.8 TC, ARB'd f&r, custom roll cage, etc.

06-06-2003, 04:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
joshik Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: bellflower Posts: 913	check this out for wheels: here __________________ 2003 4Runner Limited 4wd V8. Bone stock except for the Nitto All Terrains. My Rig 91 Ext Cab 4x4 Yota, black with 4" front IFS trailmaster lift, 3" Downey rear springs, Downey Rubicon extended shackles, and 2" body lift. 35" BFG M/T w/ 4.56. Centerforce II clutch, Rancho 5000s all around and Rancho traction bar, K&N Air filter, Flowmaster, ARB Rear Diff Air Locker, Custom "Mad Eyes" light covers, Extended Diff Breathers, Hella Vision Plus Headlights. My Rig

06-06-2003, 04:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
seafarinman Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Okinawa-Shi Okinawa Japan Posts: 976	Unique 252 "Streetlock" wheels with the beadlock look and the reinforced rounded lip welded around the outside. Stronger than a "regular" black rock crawler, and $60.00 each at Discount Tire/America's Tire Company... __________________ Back from Haiti! 1994 SAS 2RZ/hybrid R150F/R151F trans=217:1 If you need have any questions, please email me as I don't get on this forum much anymore: seafarinman@yahoo.com

06-06-2003, 04:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
92 Toyota Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 210	Black Rockcrawlers (I have 32x11.50x15 on 15x10's)But we have no laws in Fla about how far your tires can stick out past the fender.

06-06-2003, 04:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
MNBOY Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Sitka, AK Posts: 790	I have the black rock crawlers and a BFH behind the seat in case I dent one too much. I have no complaints and they were cheap. __________________ ____________________ Greg

06-06-2003, 05:18 PM	#9 (permalink)
TDiddy Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Urbandale, IA Posts: 7,112	Hey Terry, good to see ya over here! I've been considering a set of rock crawlers too. I sort of like these from Wheeler's Off Road.

06-06-2003, 07:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
doink Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atl. Georgia Posts: 3,106	l BLACKROCKCRAWLERS! i love mine, and at 39 bux a peice, they cant be beaten __________________ -m. buy my bands record on iTunes LISTEN TO MY BAND PLEASE

06-06-2003, 09:17 PM	#13 (permalink)
metal22lica Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Bradenton, Florida Posts: 992	Hey Doink..whats the backspacing on yours? i am looking to get some....and im looking at the 15x8 and i would like them to stick out of the wells a little..and that is the back spacing that makes them do that right? __________________ SOLD??? Never 1990 Automatic V6 4WD SR5 4Runner Mods: Downey 1.5 HDs, Aisin Hubs, CD, CB with a 4' Firestik, Husky Liners, Maglite Mod, 2nd Gen Airbox Mod, K&N filter and a Smittybilt Brush Guard with 4 lights. Next: Rims? Shocks? Exhaust? PICS -Corey

06-06-2003, 09:50 PM	#15 (permalink)
seafarinman Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Okinawa-Shi Okinawa Japan Posts: 976	Mine have the 3.75" backspacing. They stuck out enough that I could see my rear tires in my side mirrors. After wheeling them like that for a while I decided to get the Bushwacker Extend-a-fender flares. Now they are covered like the stock alloys were. All I need now is a matching spare wheel. __________________ Back from Haiti! 1994 SAS 2RZ/hybrid R150F/R151F trans=217:1 If you need have any questions, please email me as I don't get on this forum much anymore: seafarinman@yahoo.com

06-06-2003, 10:57 PM	#16 (permalink)
Terry4X4 Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 28	Having your tires stick out a little has a couple of advantages offroad. 1) The wider stance provides more stability, 2) On the driver's side they are more visible, easier to place 'em on a rock or picking the right line, 3) In a tight situation the wheels can actually save your sheet metal from trail rash.

06-09-2003, 07:23 AM	#17 (permalink)
Denk Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 373	gerat insights fellas, gotta do a bit more research for the best price. But it looks like the black steelie rockkrawlers will be the winner. __________________ ~ Those who hesitate are not only lost, but miles from the next exit! ~ 1990 4Runner SR5, 3.0L V6, 5-Spd. ~ 3" BL ~ OME 900 ~ 32x1150 Dueler AT's ~ Magnaflow Cat-Back ~ Optima ~ Manual Hub Conversion ~ FLX-165 ~ Hella 530s ~ ISR

06-09-2003, 07:34 AM	#18 (permalink)
Arnold Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2002 Location: Granite Falls, WA Posts: 710	One advantage of running aluminum wheels is less weight.

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