20 inch wheels vs 18 inch wheels - Page 2

KetelOne · #16 (**permalink**) 02-12-2008, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by benito_suave

I'd go with 18s if I had a 33" tire. If I had 20s, I'd have to go at least with a 35" tire. 18s on 35" tire would seem like TOO much tire...unless anyone has a pic to prove me wrong.

Here's 35"x18". Much better for off-road than 20"

brow · #17 (**permalink**) 02-12-2008, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by DanielAcosta

I believe most will agree 18's will have a relatively softer ride and better off-road performance than 20's.

That's why I had the dealer swap 18's onto my truck prior to delivery.

That being said, I've driven a colleagues c/m with 20's on the highway and did not find it any rougher.

I don't know how much 20's cost but the BFG AT KO 18's that I bought were not cheap.

YukonTundra · #18 (**permalink**) 02-12-2008, 11:19 PM

Either way is not the end of the world, but if you want to do some off-roading then the smaller wheel/bigger tire rule is for sure the way to go. I would have to disagree that you would "need" a 36" rubber as a minimum to off road with. Anything you drive on has its own set of requirements, the bigger your tire the better your clearance. But if your idea of off road is a well traveled trail thats fairly dry, the rugged trail is probably enough tire for many users. I have higher puncture risks and a lot of snow so I went to the All terrains, not worth the cash if you don't think you will need em.

rainman500_0 · #19 (**permalink**) 02-13-2008, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by YukonTundra

Either way is not the end of the world, but if you want to do some off-roading then the smaller wheel/bigger tire rule is for sure the way to go. I would have to disagree that you would "need" a 36" rubber as a minimum to off road with. Anything you drive on has its own set of requirements, the bigger your tire the better your clearance. But if your idea of off road is a well traveled trail thats fairly dry, the rugged trail is probably enough tire for many users. I have higher puncture risks and a lot of snow so I went to the All terrains, not worth the cash if you don't think you will need em.

I agree, i think i will look for 18s with a 32-33 inch, i am not ready to lift yet. My old Dodge 12 valve with 35 inch MTR,S does very well off road

rainman500_0 · #20 (**permalink**) 02-13-2008, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by KetelOne

Here's 35"x18". Much better for off-road than 20"

I like it.

Wildbill Tundra · #21 (**permalink**) 02-13-2008, 11:01 AM

thats looks ok but see how small that rims looks...like a 15 hahah

alaxrunner · #22 (**permalink**) 08-14-2008, 09:55 PM

i have a set of the trd stock 18" wheels that i wanna swap for a set of the stock 20' wheels pm me and let me know if anyone is interested mt tires and wheels have less than 3k miles and still look new.

Refuse2Lose · #23 (**permalink**) 08-14-2008, 11:12 PM

I'll trade ya my 18's for your 20's

wildbill129 · #24 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 07:50 AM

If you decide to go with the 20's buy the largest tire you can fit, especially when it comes to sidewall.......I am happy with the width of mine, but I wish I had more sidewall........they are 285/55/20........

rainman500_0 · #25 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 08:36 AM

Got 18" TRDs and the 20s are gone.

FIVEPOINTSEVEN · #26 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 10:21 AM

I think 18's look great with 35" tires...20's would go better with 37's IMO.

ccscorpion200 · #27 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by billyboy123

im running a 20" kmc with 275 65 20 with a 3 inch daystar ploymer block and toytec 1.5" rear block. tires about 34". look perfect with suspension setup i have.

Hey billyboy123, can you post a picture of your truck, thinking of doing the same thing. Thanks

rainman500_0 · #28 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rainman500_0

I am thinking of swapping my 20 inch wheels for 18 inchers, i would a little more tire and save a little money at replacement time. The 08 came with the 20,s i would rather have 17 or 18 s. I am old school, give me pros & cons of both. I have (sometimers) an crs at times. Help me make up my mind.

Got the 18,s the 20,s are gone.

vtboy04106 · #29 (**permalink**) 08-15-2008, 09:40 PM

Just my opinion and off the subject your profile says no VSC with 4wd. I think the VSC is the worst thing in the tundra.

On the subject, I have aftermarket 20' and I am going back to 18's. Just my perference.

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Originally Posted by DanielAcosta

I believe most will agree 18's will have a relatively softer ride and better off-road performance than 20's.