20” rims instead of 18’s

[18summitchevy302]

2 hours ago, anrios said:

I just ordered stock 18" wheels off ebay. If anyone wants (black) 20" wheels, I'm going to try and sell mine, along with the tires. I don't like the look of 20's, and wouldn't buy a truck with 22's, unless the dealer was willing to change them out. To me, modern cars/trucks are looking more and more like toys than real vehicles. I always think of Hot Wheels when I see big wheels on cars and trucks.

Hey yeah I would probably be interested cause I can’t wait to get rid of my 18’s. (Return the ones you bought and I’ll trade you and throw in some money haha) 

[anrios]

4 hours ago, 18summitchevy302 said:

Hey yeah I would probably be interested cause I can’t wait to get rid of my 18’s. (Return the ones you bought and I’ll trade you and throw in some money haha) 

Two weeks ago I would have totally gone for the trade; unfortunately I already have the 18's, so I just need to get rid of the 20's.

[gearheadesw]

To me, the taller tire and less rim is my good look, I'm old, so old fashion it is. Rotating mass, which weighs more, air and rubber, or metal. Unsprung weight, the less weight the suspension has to deal with, the better the ride can be, less weight being accelerated and stopped every bump in the road. Rolling resistance, I can only assume the extra weight would add to this.? Just throwing stuff out there, your truck man. I like my stock 18's, going to try and keep them, going with a tall narrow tire when the time comes...

[ewbldavis]

I love the "star" rim for the HD, but price out tires and you'll see why I am thrilled with having a different, 18" rim. 

 

Alot of the 20" rims look good, but I don't get the idea of anything larger - especially on a truck. I need a strong sidewall for towing, etc., and would think a low profile wouldn't be as stout.

[Waaazooo]

I love the "star" rim for the HD, but price out tires and you'll see why I am thrilled with having a different, 18" rim. 
 
Alot of the 20" rims look good, but I don't get the idea of anything larger - especially on a truck. I need a strong sidewall for towing, etc., and would think a low profile wouldn't be as stout.

Less sidewall usually provides more structured support thank a tall side wall. Nevertheless an E rated tire is going to provide the same or similar rated weight use if it’s a 70 or 55 series tire.

I liked the newer 5 point star wheels as well. I planned on keeping them but wanted a different offset.


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[pronstar]

Less sidewall usually provides more structured support thank a tall side wall. Nevertheless an E rated tire is going to provide the same or similar rated weight use if it’s a 70 or 55 series tire.

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There are literally no heavy applications that call for a tire with a small sidewall.

Air supports the weight.



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[Waaazooo]

There are literally no heavy applications that call for a tire with a small sidewall.

Air supports the weight.



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I’m not trying to split hairs here....

Literally no applications? Ive literally had 3 different sets of tires with 55 series tires that are all E-load rated.

I agree air supports the weight... however, sidewalks contain the air. Without them.. doesn’t matter how much air you have, you’ll be in the rim without the side wall. I don’t know what sidewall aspect you cannot have an E rated tire... in 20” wheel and available applications for these trucks you’re not looking for a 35 series tire....


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[pronstar]

I’m not trying to split hairs here....

 

Literally no applications? Ive literally had 3 different sets of tires with 55 series tires that are all E-load rated.

 

I agree air supports the weight... however, sidewalks contain the air. Without them.. doesn’t matter how much air you have, you’ll be in the rim without the side wall. I don’t know what sidewall aspect you cannot have an E rated tire... in 20” wheel and available applications for these trucks you’re not looking for a 35 series tire....

 

 

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You don’t find low-profile, thin sidewall tires spec’d for any heavy-duty and/or commercial application...trucks that work for a living.

 

Only consumer applications.

 

 

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[Waaazooo]

 
You don’t find low-profile, thin sidewall tires spec’d for any heavy-duty and/or commercial application...trucks that work for a living.
 
Only consumer applications.
 
 
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Lol, just bow out...

You saw he has a half ton truck not a dually. Now I’m not a commercial trucker; however, I don’t believe many use a half or even a 3/4 ton truck. But regardless... don’t go to tire rack and put in 305/55-20... which is a considered a low profile tire because there are plenty of tires to choose from in an e rated load.




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[pronstar]

 

Lol, just bow out...

 

You saw he has a half ton truck not a dually. Now I’m not a commercial trucker; however, I don’t believe many use a half or even a 3/4 ton truck. But regardless... don’t go to tire rack and put in 305/55-20... which is a considered a low profile tire because there are plenty of tires to choose from in an e rated load.

 

 

 

 

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Bow out of what?

 

I’m not disputing the availability of the tire.

I’m saying those tires are for consumer applications.

 

They aren’t for working or high-duty-rated applications.

 

The ratio of sidewall height to tread width makes a difference for a working tire.

 

I’m not responding to the OP.

 

I’m responding to your assertion that a thin sidewall is stiff, offers comparable structural support, and is good for a heavy application compared to a tire with a taller sidewall.

 

They aren’t.

 

 

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[Cowpie]

The ratio may or may not mean the difference when it comes to a working tire.

 

For instance, in heavy commercial trucking operations, a tire for steer or duals usually is in the 275/70R22.5.  But the wide based drive and trailer tires are 445/50R22.5.   The ratios of sidewall to foot print are substantially different, yet they perform the very same tasks.