2021 STX 4x4 Stock AL 18" wheels

[SparkySTX]

Evening everyone,

I love my new Ranger, but just as when I first saw it, I'm not sure about my feelings regarding the stock 18" wheels.

The 18" wheels are machined aluminum and the tires are Dynapro ATm 265/60R18s.

These are a little fancy looking for my normal taste, but besides that, I like to take my vehicles off road and all of my past vehicles have had 15" or 16" wheels with more sidewall available.

How do others who have these feel about them?

Given the limited sidewall, has anyone aired down anywhere around maybe 18-24 for coarse sand conditions or to improve ride on rocky roads?

Not looking for anything crazy, not driving in moondust or dunes, just would like to understand the limitations.

Also... Has anyone ever heard of trading these for other stock steel wheels or for whatever another model might use that is more like 16" and less flashy?

Thanks!

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[slowmachine]

I have a chrome package Lariat, so also have too-nice-for-me fake-chrome 18” wheels. I drive them for 1800 miles after buying the truck, and they have been on a shelf in my garage for the last 17,000 miles. I think that the 16” steel wheels are the ultimate “thrasher” setup, but the 17” steer better on the highway. I purchased five of the silver painted aluminum wheels from Craigslist and eBay. They don’t rust when the winter roads are salted, and cost about the same, or even less, than the steelies. Look closely at the cost of center caps for either. If they don’t come with the wheels, they can be an expensive add-on. These 17s are also available in black, but less common, so much more expensive.

 

[wanted33]

I agree, those aren't my favorite wheels on the Ranger. However, you should be able to sell them if you decide to change. I have a set like Mike's @slowmachine is running in the basement. If you're ever on the right coast I'll help you load them in the truck. There's yours for a cold one.

 

[Pinepig]

I have the black package 18" on mine ( your wheels minus the machining ). I'm on a Falken WP in 265/70/18 and air down to 22 for our standard forest service rocky roads and makes a huge difference. You can easily add 15mph to your cruise speed and the ride is so much nicer, full disclosure I'm also on the FP Fox 2.0 suspension.

A 17 would have been a better choice no doubt but the 70 series 265 on the 18 gave me plenty of sidewall for my uses.

 

[Barefootmoney1969]

I have a pair of Ford Performance Fox 2.0 Coil overs for sale.

 

[Toytec]

Ray why don't you put those in the WTS. I'm sure you'll get a lot more attention.

 

[Hickesy]

Evening everyone,

I love my new Ranger, but just as when I first saw it, I'm not sure about my feelings regarding the stock 18" wheels.

The 18" wheels are machined aluminum and the tires are Dynapro ATm 265/60R18s.

These are a little fancy looking for my normal taste, but besides that, I like to take my vehicles off road and all of my past vehicles have had 15" or 16" wheels with more sidewall available.

How do others who have these feel about them?

Given the limited sidewall, has anyone aired down anywhere around maybe 18-24 for coarse sand conditions or to improve ride on rocky roads?

Not looking for anything crazy, not driving in moondust or dunes, just would like to understand the limitations.

Also... Has anyone ever heard of trading these for other stock steel wheels or for whatever another model might use that is more like 16" and less flashy?

Thanks!

Don't do any serious off roading just here to say I have the same wheels/package and don't like the look. Can't afford new ones at the moment so just have to suck it up #firstworldproblems

 

[SparkySTX]

I have a chrome package Lariat, so also have too-nice-for-me fake-chrome 18” wheels. I drive them for 1800 miles after buying the truck, and they have been on a shelf in my garage for the last 17,000 miles. I think that the 16” steel wheels are the ultimate “thrasher” setup, but the 17” steer better on the highway. I purchased five of the silver painted aluminum wheels from Craigslist and eBay. They don’t rust when the winter roads are salted, and cost about the same, or even less, than the steelies. Look closely at the cost of center caps for either. If they don’t come with the wheels, they can be an expensive add-on. These 17s are also available in black, but less common, so much more expensive.

Thanks for the info, Slow!

 

[SparkySTX]

I agree, those aren't my favorite wheels on the Ranger. However, you should be able to sell them if you decide to change. I have a set like Mike's @slowmachine is running in the basement. If you're ever on the right coast I'll help you load them in the truck. There's yours for a cold one.

Thanks, Wanted! I might try to do just that and sell them like you mentioned. And, thanks for the offer, if I'm ever there I'll take you up on that!

 

[SparkySTX]

I have the black package 18" on mine ( your wheels minus the machining ). I'm on a Falken WP in 265/70/18 and air down to 22 for our standard forest service rocky roads and makes a huge difference. You can easily add 15mph to your cruise speed and the ride is so much nicer, full disclosure I'm also on the FP Fox 2.0 suspension.

A 17 would have been a better choice no doubt but the 70 series 265 on the 18 gave me plenty of sidewall for my uses.

Awesome, I appreciate the feedback and 22 would likely suit most of my purposes as well, thanks PinePig! I guess I just need to decide on whether I like this look or not now.

 

[SparkySTX]

Don't do any serious off roading just here to say I have the same wheels/package and don't like the look. Can't afford new ones at the moment so just have to suck it up #firstworldproblems

Thanks Hickesy, I can imagine there are probably lots of folks looking to offload these who prefer a more toned down look.

 

[SparkySTX]

I have a pair of Ford Performance Fox 2.0 Coil overs for sale.

I need to do some research on these since guys have mentioned running them.

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