Aftermarket wheels

[top gun]

Originally Posted by NitroON20s

Admin why am i seeing this gigathread leach thing?

What exact tire size did you go with? I take it you have zero problems with any rubbing and no tire clearance issues even loaded up going over tracks or speed bumps? I've been shopping for 20's and I'd love to be fully informed.
I was going to hold out and buy some chrome R/T 20's when they were available and stay stock... but I've now heard that the factory R/T 20's offset would not allow them to fit correctly on an SXT. Looks like I'm going custom after all.

[AirJunky]

Originally Posted by top gun

... but I've now heard that the factory R/T 20's offset would not allow them to fit correctly on an SXT. Looks like I'm going custom after all.

Now why would that be? Something about the R/T suspension is that much different?

[top gun]

Originally Posted by AirJunky

Now why would that be? Something about the R/T suspension is that much different?

Good question??? I called a Dodge dealer and they hadn't experianced this yet (R/T just now out) all they could tell me is that the hubs & wheel bearings had a different part number. But according to Discount Tire they show the wheel bearing hole size as the same. A seller on ebay tells me it's a different offset situation. So I don't know if it's a hub fit problem, or offset problem, or both... or something else, or nothing. If anyone has more info I'd love to know myself. Thanks...

[top gun]

Originally Posted by top gun

Good question??? I called a Dodge dealer and they hadn't experianced this yet (R/T just now out) all they could tell me is that the hubs & wheel bearings had a different part number. But according to Discount Tire they show the wheel bearing hole size as the same. A seller on ebay tells me it's a different offset situation. So I don't know if it's a hub fit problem, or offset problem, or both... or something else, or nothing. If anyone has more info I'd love to know myself. Thanks...

Now I'm hearing the problem might be that the R/T has larger brakes & calipers. If that's the only issue then there is no issue. You could go to the
20" R/T wheels from a 16" or 17"... you just couldn't go the other way because the brakes would hit the smaller rim. Anyone with more or different info on this?

[fatchance]

I've done this before and done right you would be amazed at the ride and comfort. I currently drive a Chrysler 300c with over 44,000 miles, the suspension has been done and I run 22x9 with 255/30/22 front tires and a 2x10 with 295/25/22 rear tires. The ride is outstanding, I always have people compliment the ride of the car. They are simple stunned with the comfort and handling after driving in it. I've already started doing a little homework for the R/T with a 3 piece wheel. Plus I have another advantage I'm in So Cal the OC great weather and good roads.

Originally Posted by top gun

It will go over well if you don't drive it and just show it or something. If not be sure to by a couple extra rims for when you hit a pot hole... or a pebble... LoL!
Probably want to get a back brace too. You'll probably have to run about 60 lbs. of pressure in those low (no) profile tires. It'll be cool looking... but hard... really, really, hard. I wouldn't go bigger than 20's for every day use. Do yourself a favor and at least back it off to 22's.

[top gun]

Originally Posted by fatchance

I've done this before and done right you would be amazed at the ride and comfort. I currently drive a Chrysler 300c with over 44,000 miles, the suspension has been done and I run 22x9 with 255/30/22 front tires and a 2x10 with 295/25/22 rear tires. The ride is outstanding, I always have people compliment the ride of the car. They are simple stunned with the comfort and handling after driving in it. I've already started doing a little homework for the R/T with a 3 piece wheel. Plus I have another advantage I'm in So Cal the OC great weather and good roads.

That's cool... you might want to Google the "King of Cars" website. That dealership has what they call chopper edition cars. Pick the Dodge dealership... then new cars... then chopper edition... then Dodge & Nitro. They have some brand new Nitros decked out with 22's. In fact I'm thinking about getting the Double G in 20" that they have in 22" on their white SXT. Take a look at the 22's on the Nitro before you jump to the 24's.

[fatchance]

I've seen the 22's on the Nitro when I was out at SEMA, they look good, but I like the extreme look of the 24. If I decide to get the Nitro I will have a set of Intro Wheels -ID 3 piece made, that will reduce the wieght of the wheels. But, nothings for sure, until I get the Nitro then see what will work best.

Originally Posted by top gun

That's cool... you might want to Google the "King of Cars" website. That dealership has what they call chopper edition cars. Pick the Dodge dealership... then new cars... then chopper edition... then Dodge & Nitro. They have some brand new Nitros decked out with 22's. In fact I'm thinking about getting the Double G in 20" that they have in 22" on their white SXT. Take a look at the 22's on the Nitro before you jump to the 24's.

[msmith]

Originally Posted by top gun

Good question??? I called a Dodge dealer and they hadn't experianced this yet (R/T just now out) all they could tell me is that the hubs & wheel bearings had a different part number. But according to Discount Tire they show the wheel bearing hole size as the same. A seller on ebay tells me it's a different offset situation. So I don't know if it's a hub fit problem, or offset problem, or both... or something else, or nothing. If anyone has more info I'd love to know myself. Thanks...

Well in my case I had to buy some wheel bearings on ebay and when they got delivered in our house the wheel bearing didn't fit on my car and it is not the brand i needed when i called it on ebay they got me something..and i forgot the brand but then it fitted...they told me it is something to do on the sizes of course....