2014 Alloy Rims on a 1998.5

[Philo Beddoe]

I bought a set of 2014 18" take off alloy rims w/tires off craigs list.   I thought they would be a nice upgrade from my steel wheels with bald tires.  I understand the lugs wouldn't fit, but thought the rims would. 

 

To make the rear fit, they need to be spaced out for the rims to clear in the rear.

 

Anyone have any advice on the size of the spacers I need and where to buy them?

 

Thanks again,

Philo

[Cowboy]

The Problem's with the 18" rims.  I've seen this asked a bunch, but no one ever posts the spacer size required.  So I would think you best bet would be to do some measuring and see.  Also, if you get them on there... PICS!!!

[diesel4life]

What is the clearance issue in the rear?

[Cowboy]

The "Hub Cap" is built into the rim, and because the axle hubs are wider on the Dana's, you have clearance issues.

[diesel4life]

Dang, that's too bad. I like the looks of those wheels and have been watching for a set locally.

[Philo Beddoe]

Jep - Cowboy is correct the cap on the wheels hits the studs.

 

So I measured it the rims / studs and it appears I need about an inch spacer to make them work.

 

Then I thought about it, and 1" spacers would mean I would have to cut the studs to make the spacers work.  Cutting 32 studs doesn't sound fun.

 

So I measured again and it appears 1.5" would work and I wouldn't have to cut the studs.  So  2  1.5" spacers in the rear should make this work, but I am not sure what kind of havoc this would rain on my turning.  

The back spacing on the 2014 rims is ~ 2" deeper....so I ordered 4  2" spacers.   I am not a fan of spacers, but I like the rims (18 alloy take off's with 3k on them) and got a good deal.  

 

The spacers should be here on Friday - I will let you guys know if this works, or if I just ordered some very expensive paper weights.

 

 

Edited December 16, 2014 by Philo Beddoe

[diesel4life]

I'm not sure I'm following you when you say you would have to cut the studs down with 1" spacers but not with 2". Can you explain this to me? I'd be very interested in pictures once you get em mounted, I really like the looks of the 18" wheels

[MnTom]

I believe he means the spacers have 8 holes for the existing studs and have 8 studs on the adapters. The existing studs are longer than one inch so they would protrude beyond the spacers necessitating the cutting to get the rim to seat against the spacer.

[diesel4life]

Gotcha.

[Philo Beddoe]

yes - exactly what Tom said.  I will let you know what happens as soon as I receive the adapters.

[440Rat]

Wont that much of an offest kill your front wheel bearings? Back in 2008 I ran a set of 1 inch offset aftermarket rims on my 01 24v and in a year had to replace both front hubs..

[Philo Beddoe]

440Rat - I am not sure about the wheel bearings.  I thought with the offset of the rims, the adapters would put the rims where they need to be to clear the front suspension. 

 

Anyone else have issues with front adapters / wheel spacers and wheel bearings?

 

[Philo Beddoe]

Received the wheel spacers tonight and installed them. Will take it for a ride on Tuesday and then re-torque them.   

 

The stock bald tires and steel rims weighed 69 lbs each and the 2014 alloys and tires weigh 82 lbs ea.

 

I like the rims and the rear fit well, but the front look like they stick out a little.  

Edited December 23, 2014 by Philo Beddoe

[diesel4life]

They definitely don't stick out 2" though with the offset of the wheels, at least from what I can see.

Would love to see a shot in the daylight when you get a chance! Thanks for being a pioneer!

[Mopar1973Man]

What size tires is on those wheels?
 

 

2014 alloys and tires weigh 82 lbs ea.

 

I'm shocked the weight is that high per wheel.

[diesel4life]

Probably has something to do with the higher weight ratings of the new wheels? Tires I believe are around 3600 lbs and I would guess the wheels are rated for slightly more as a safety buffer.

[MnTom]

Put a set of fender flares on and call it good. Nice looking wheels!!

[Philo Beddoe]

The 2" spacers were to offset the new rims. I bought 2" spacers, but I think 1.75" may have fit.   The tires are the Firestone takeoffs  275 70 R18's

 

They fit pretty good and this was a much needed improvement.  I don't feel like I am driving a mini-truck any longer.

[Cowboy]

Lookin' good!

[diesel4life]

Bump!!!

 

How are these doing for you? Would you recommend them as an upgrade? Any noticeable difference in handling or ride quality?  I came across a set of take offs from a 14 Long Horn. If I can get the guy to come down a little, I may end up with a set.

 

Where did you buy your spacers from?

 

Depending on how this all goes, I may have a set of 17" take offs from a 12 Laramie and low mileage Nitto Tera Grappler 285/75/17s for sale.