Considering wheels for 2022 250 platinum tremor. Is anyone running 18x9 rims, 20 offset with 35x12.50 on stock tremor suspension? Wondering about rub issues and rock damage issues do to slight offset.
18x9 and 35x12.50’s?
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I think a lot of people have your setup.
I don't think you'll have rubbing issues whatsoever. You may notice a bit more mud and blowback from the wheels being positioned further outside the vehicle.
I'm running 18x9 -12 with true 35's and the problem is minimal for me.
Here's a thread that may yield more information: https://www.fordtremor.com/threads/aftermarket-wheels-tire-size-offset-photos.330/#post-3631
I don't think you'll have rubbing issues whatsoever. You may notice a bit more mud and blowback from the wheels being positioned further outside the vehicle.
I'm running 18x9 -12 with true 35's and the problem is minimal for me.
Here's a thread that may yield more information: https://www.fordtremor.com/threads/aftermarket-wheels-tire-size-offset-photos.330/#post-3631
18x9+18 is a popular Method Wheel size for our trucks. With 35x12.50's they have a flush fit in the rear. They poke a tad near the front bumper. Nothing that will throw debris on the truck.
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I believe you’ve solved the puzzle for me, thanks for the reply post!
Methods!
Everyone and anybody has Methods, they are on more Tremors than factory wheels
Just like 20’s and 18’s are all the rage and you only see a few 17’s
The quality of Method wheels (and reasonable price) make them a very popular choice.
Yep, they are cheap and you can find them everywhere
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17's are great, but there are no 17" 35's that support the appropriate load rating. 18's are the best choice for this truck, all things considered. If you're not towing and using it as an offroad truck (not sure why you would) then 17's are just fine!
I agree with out about Methods. I had them on my old Tundra before they were "cool"
17's are great, but there are no 17" 35's that support the appropriate load rating. 18's are the best choice for this truck, all things considered. If you're not towing and using it as an offroad truck (not sure why you would) then 17's are just fine!
I agree with out about Methods. I had them on my old Tundra before they were "cool"
Agreed. I had them on my 2012 Raptor almost 10 years ago. Then on my 2018 Raptor. Now on my 2020 Tremor
17's are great, but there are no 17" 35's that support the appropriate load rating. 18's are the best choice for this truck, all things considered. If you're not towing and using it as an offroad truck (not sure why you would) then 17's are just fine!
I agree with out about Methods. I had them on my old Tundra before they were "cool"
Had to special order Methods for my 15-F150 and now you go in a 4x4 shop they have a rack full and stock them lol
Thing about 17’s is that they increase ride comfort both on and off road. Here’s a couple 17’s that are E rated & they have several more that are D rated
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Stock tires have a 3970lb load rating.
No point running an MT tire if your goal is "ride comfort"
I searched far and wide for an appropriate tire. None to be found in that size. Of course, if you're not towing heavy or at all it doesn't matter. In my case I want to leave that option open. Clearly it's not the "right" choice for everyone, depending on use case.
Those are 3peak severe winter rated all terrain tires, not MT tires
Yep, all depends on your intended usage & the Tremor package is a off road package & not a towing package
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Those are 3peak severe winter rated all terrain tires, not MT tires
Yep, all depends on your intended usage & the Tremor package is a off road package & not a towing package
I have had many vehicles that are really made for offroad use. The Tremor is a tow pig that has some minor offroad capability. Its size and weight keep it from being a serious off-roader, but make it a great tow vehicle. If you disagree let's get together and I'll see if you can keep up with my 4runner on some real trails. After that, we can hook up some trailers and you can smoke me in a tow contest.
Sorry, didn't expand your screenshot and the "AT" looked like "MT" - still, those tires have the same capabilities as the hundreds of other 17" tires in that size from other brands.
I think maybe 1% of Tremor owners are actually using this vehicle for "offroading" based on what I see from this forum and from the Tremor Facebook group.
Further, there is a ton of literature out there about this. The change from 18" to 17" has a minor, and probably unnoticeable "improvement" on ride quality. Generally speaking, more rubber = better ride quality. When running an E or harder load range sidewall it's a marginal difference at best. The true benefit is probably in weight savings and fuel economy.
No idea what clown book has to say about the Tremor, it’s not called clown book due to all the subject matter experts on it
Going to clown book for quality information is like going to a gun shop for advice on what gun to get for a woman Never said it was a custom built off road vehicle, but it is more capable off road than most drivers skill sets & if you know how to drive & pick your lines, you can go lots of places
Sure ya can tow with it & that’s why Ford went with a diesel option, they know most people will buy it for looks, as a status symbol & to tow with and not go off road, that’s why it’s a package and not a full build like a Raptor or even the F150 Tremor.
Guess I’m a rarity, will not tow with it & it’s going to be 80/20 pavement pounder and off road usage & will more then likely end up going with a 17” wheel tire combo once the stock tires wear out or prove to be worthless
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No idea what clown book has to say about the Tremor, it’s not called clown book due to all the subject matter experts on it
Never said it was a custom built off road vehicle, but it is more capable off road than most drivers skill sets & if you know how to drive & pick your lines, you can go lots of places
Sure ya can tow with it & that’s why Ford went with a diesel option, they know most people will buy it for looks, as a status symbol & to tow with and not go off road, that’s why it’s a package and not a full build like a Raptor or even the F150 Tremor.
Guess I’m a rarity, will not tow with it & it’s going to be 80/20 pavement pounder and off road usage & will more then likely end up going with a 17” wheel tire combo once the stock tires wear out or prove to be worthless
It's all the same people on this forum. The information is the same. Quite literally the same group ownership on Facebook as this forum. The quality of information is the same. That is to say, there are a few helpful people but mostly just a bunch of dudes asking what tire sizes will fit or what is the cheapest way to get 2" of front end lift.
I made a mistake and went away from the HD's and bought a TRX. Wicked machine but not a HD truck by any means. Actually works well off road.
I am going with 0 offset 9 inch 20's wheels and 35x12.50-20 Ridge Grapplers or 325x60-20 Ridge Grapples if I can get a 9.5 wheel. The 35x13.50-20 new Recon Grappler takes a 9.5 wheel and I am afraid even with 1.5 riser to level in articulation with wheels turned, which I must have there will be fouling somewhere.
I am going with 0 offset 9 inch 20's wheels and 35x12.50-20 Ridge Grapplers or 325x60-20 Ridge Grapples if I can get a 9.5 wheel. The 35x13.50-20 new Recon Grappler takes a 9.5 wheel and I am afraid even with 1.5 riser to level in articulation with wheels turned, which I must have there will be fouling somewhere.
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I noticed that! Still undecided on rims, Methods are nice but like you said…. Definitely decided on the numbers though, 18X9 +18 & 35 12.50’s looks like the ticket for nicer stance and all around practicality.
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