17’s (and not wiper blades!)

[muddybuddy]

Gang -

I can see needing a flame suit for 18’s, but dont think its necessary for 17’s, given how the tire market has been headed the last several years. Ive got a set of stock rallies, that will be taken off and kept, so not like they will be disappearing, but I would like to find a good looking set of 17’s to give a little more updated look, without going brodozer (i know thats more in the 20”+). Thinking maybe modern take on classic wheels. I’ve found a couple wheels I like, but they are beadlocks, and while I can convince myself of just about anything, beadlocks on a truck that will possibly never air down (clean, street driven truck) is hard to justify. I like the beadlock look, but refuse to have the look if they arent real. Tire size will be in the 32-33” range, so thinking 17x8-9

All that to say, I’m looking to see what others have or like. There are tons of wheels out there, but in the pic thread most are still 15’s or 16’s. I know its very subjective, so looking for ideas.

What 17” wheels do you have/want?

 

[76zimmer]

Someone was making slotted wheels with a touch of modern look to them, and I think they were available in 17’s.

 

[76zimmer]

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[swettysblazer]

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I have those on my K5 in all black.

I prefer these, I wanna get my hands on a set.

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[HankScorpio]

I switched to 17's because of the tire choices. Much better options for off road tires.

 

[muddybuddy]

I have those on my K5 in all black.

I prefer these, I wanna get my hands on a set.

INDY

Whether you drive a muscle car, classic or modern street truck, there’s a US Mags wheel for your custom ride. Cast or forged, we can customize your wheels to truly reflect your vision. No one can offer so many styles, fitments and finish options.

us-mags.com

Can you post pic of the all black on your k5?

 

[muddybuddy]

I switched to 17's because of the tire choices. Much better options for off road tires.

Yep thats what I’m wanting as well. Updated look and better tire selection

 

[swettysblazer]

Can you post pic of the all black on your k5?

These are the best ones I have on my phone right now. They look ok. Doing it again I would have went machined.

 

[SpeedlabDan]

I have those ansen replicas on my k5 but they're only 15s. I love the look of a 35x12.50 on a 15x8. Not real bl's but for non competition use its the way to go

 

[shady]

Even 18"s don't really deserve a flame job when your talking 35"s+

18"s with a stock height tire definitely. But if you have 7+" of sidewall, I think they're fine in my own opinion.

 

[ryoken]

I'm guessing 18 tire selection is a bit better than 17.. being a sidewall kind of guy, I'd go 17's if I need/have the chance..

 

[muddybuddy]

Yea im sticking to 32-33” so, 17’s are probably the limit.

These were a couple method wheels I like. Can get in beadlock and look-a-like. Truck is black and grey 2-tone

 

[swettysblazer]

I'm guessing 18 tire selection is a bit better than 17.. being a sidewall kind of guy, I'd go 17's if I need/have the chance..

Nope. There are hundreds of more options for 17s out there than 18's, and 18's are WAY more expensive.

 

[AJs72K5]

I went thru this a couple of years ago. In 17” or 18” 8 lug wheels, the pickings were pretty slim in polished, non-simulated beadlock. Check out Raceline or KMC, they had some decent “older” styles available. Can’t go wrong with the Ansen slots, tho.

 

[82355]

Nothing is going to look as good as a 15" wheel.

Martin

 

[K85 Octane]

17s are also easier to find used tires for. I like these

 

[Fastereddie]

Nothing is going to look as good as a 15" wheel.

Martin

17’s are the new 15’s !

 

[ryoken]

Nope. There are hundreds of more options for 17s out there than 18's, and 18's are WAY more expensive.

I'm actually heartened to hear that.. I dread the day I have to do something with Mutt..

 

[b454rat]

Always H2s. Prolly if patient can find a set pretty cheap. I bought a chrome set for $150. Chrome peeling in a spots, but I'm gonna paint the centers black anyways. Came with 315/70 BFG's, not great but something to roll on.

I had this discussion with myself bout my SAS'd CCSB. Hate anything over an 18" rim, save for a 35-36" tire. Kinda wanted a 17", but found a set of old school M/T's 16x8s. put some 305/70s and looks good IMO.

 

[muddybuddy]

Need to be 6 lug, h2’s wont work (but i do like them)