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Aug 2, 2007 | 03:14 PM

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keith_bennett

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I think they look better.

Aug 2, 2007 | 03:32 PM

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jk007

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I just skimmed the thread so if this is redundant, I apologize. But I think cost and tire selection has a lot to do with it also. Typically, there is a wider selection of tires that will fit a 16" rim than a 20" rim. Not saying that they don't make the same type of tire for both, but usually the 16" tires are cheaper. They make more of them so your basic supply and demand rule.

Aug 7, 2007 | 08:36 AM

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GunnerB

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Thanks for the replies folks. I do like the look of my 20's but, am thinking of replacing them around Christmas time...probably with 17's or 18's.

Aug 15, 2007 | 08:49 AM

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BlueF150_guy

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Originally Posted by GunnerB

I am curious as to what advantages there are with having larger rims. ie..15" rims wrapped with 35" tires as compared to a 20" rim also wrapped with 35's.

Also, does anyone know what the weight difference is? Will the bigger rim/less tire package weigh more than the smaller rim with more rubber?

Larger wheel size = lower towing and hauling capacities. Moving from the stock 17" wheel to a 18" or 20" wheel will lower towing capacity by 500lbs. If you're going to be towing/hauling or driving on rough and rutted roads you'd be better off with a 17" wheel.