Wheel size myth busting
#42
Debate or a good back in forth is always good, there was plenty of info in a common question that everyone usually ignores or bags on the op for asking.
#43
So going with a 16 or 17 inch wheel wont make any difference for light off roading will it? Im finding a good deal on a set of rims/tires that are 16inch Rims but i have always wanted to stay with 17s for some reason. IF there is not a big difference than i guess i can just go with a 16. Will i run into any issues with a 16inch rim and any kind of lifts out there?
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So going with a 16 or 17 inch wheel wont make any difference for light off roading will it? Im finding a good deal on a set of rims/tires that are 16inch Rims but i have always wanted to stay with 17s for some reason. IF there is not a big difference than i guess i can just go with a 16. Will i run into any issues with a 16inch rim and any kind of lifts out there?
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I went from an E rated 18" Duratrac to C rated 15" 33x12.5x15 Duratrac so have at least the benefit of running the same tire in two load classes so my comments might be valid.
18" E rated - harsh ride even at 20 psi. I was on stock rims mind you. Punctured tire on sharp rocks.
15" C rated - much better ride quality even at daily driving/ highway 35 psi. Airs down to 12psi offroad on 8" rims. No punctures so far.
18" E rated - harsh ride even at 20 psi. I was on stock rims mind you. Punctured tire on sharp rocks.
15" C rated - much better ride quality even at daily driving/ highway 35 psi. Airs down to 12psi offroad on 8" rims. No punctures so far.
#46
I went from an E rated 18" Duratrac to C rated 15" 33x12.5x15 Duratrac so have at least the benefit of running the same tire in two load classes so my comments might be valid.
18" E rated - harsh ride even at 20 psi. I was on stock rims mind you. Punctured tire on sharp rocks.
15" C rated - much better ride quality even at daily driving/ highway 35 psi. Airs down to 12psi offroad on 8" rims. No punctures so far.
18" E rated - harsh ride even at 20 psi. I was on stock rims mind you. Punctured tire on sharp rocks.
15" C rated - much better ride quality even at daily driving/ highway 35 psi. Airs down to 12psi offroad on 8" rims. No punctures so far.
Great info guys thanks.