Craigslist Tires And Rims By Owner (2024)

FAQs

Does it matter what rims you buy? ›

Weight – The weight of the rim impacts your vehicle's overall performance. Lighter wheels usually lead to better maneuverability and less strain on the vehicle's suspension. Cost – High-quality rims can be a significant investment. Consider your budget but avoid compromising quality for price.

In most cases, tires, and rims are sold separately. This is because different vehicles require different types of tires and rims, and consumers often have different preferences when it comes to the size, style, and performance of their tires and rims.

We typically like the wheel diameter to be less than half the overall tire diameter. For example, a 17-inch wheel would be the max for a 35-inch tire. Tire manufacturers list a range of recommended wheel widths for each specific tire. They typically recommend a wheel that is 2-3 inches narrower than the tire.

Yes, these tires should fit just fine. The only difference is that the 265 series tires will be about 10mm shorter in width across the tread in comparison to the 275 series tires. The side wall will also be marginally taller on the 265 series tires.

When buying new tires, many people opt to purchase a second set of wheels together with their new tires. There are multiple reasons why this could be beneficial. For starters, many shops offer a discount when you buy wheels and tires together, so you're getting a great deal and you're saving some money in the process.

Failure of multipiece (Split Rim) wheels can result in violent separation, the explosive release of high pressure air and the ejection of component parts.

Changing and replacing your tire rims can cost anywhere from $200 to $500 per wheel or $800 to $2,000 for your entire car. The price depends on your vehicle and the car service, but the minimum cost of changing tire rims is around $200.

Steel wheels are not aesthetically the greatest, but if you're looking for function over form, steel wheels might be just what you need. Consider this: police departments run steel wheels on their fleets of cars, they're cheap to run through with heavy use, and durable enough to handle running over curbs regularly.

Look for Physical Damage

Wheel rims are exposed to a lot of wear and tear during driving, so examine them carefully for cracks, dents, and bends. Conduct your inspection in good light to ensure you don't miss anything. You should also remove the wheel and rim to check for hidden damage on the back.

What to look out for when buying wheels? ›

Rim size/diameter - This number, measured in inches, should be the same for the wheels as the tires on your car if you're buying just wheels, not a wheel and tire package. Bolt pattern - Every vehicle model will have a specific bolt pattern for its wheels so the studs match up with the axle.

Yes, you can do that. Probably. So long as the bolt pattern is the same, the offset is right, and the wheel clears the brakes, you can mount that wheel on your car. It's a good idea to use a taller sidewall to keep the overall height and circumference of the tire the same.

To ensure a set of rims fit properly on your vehicle, you'll need the hub size on your car or truck as well as the wheel center bore measurement and number of wheel studs (as well as the distance between those studs). Les Schwab has those measurements for your vehicle, including bolt patterns.

Wheels are for more than looks

Bigger wheels can mean more torque, meaning better launching and acceleration. Larger diameter wheels often mean wider wheels, which means a larger contact patch, and better traction.

To ensure a set of rims fit properly on your vehicle, you'll need the hub size on your car or truck as well as the wheel center bore measurement and number of wheel studs (as well as the distance between those studs). Les Schwab has those measurements for your vehicle, including bolt patterns.

Just about any vehicle can accommodate a larger or smaller wheel size than stock, and depending on your vehicle and purposes, the ideal wheel size and specification can vary significantly.

To fit correctly, offer the proper driving dynamics, and ensure safety, the wheel must have not only the proper bolt pattern, but also the proper width, centerbore, offset, and load capacity for the vehicle.