Hi All,
I’m between two Landcruisers. One is available now and one is arriving in 8 days. Both are exact same except the wheels, one having 18 in and other the 20in. I plan to immediately upgrade to 275 BFG KO3 tires regardless of wheel. I’m m still debating between the two. Will be 90% highway driving, but do plan to take into true off road situations like passes in Colorado in summer and 4WD only trails here in Texas.
Here are my pros and cons for each. Wondering if anyone would agree/disagree or point out something I’m missing, or just generally wanted to help me decide. Many thanks in advance!
PRO 18 inch Wheel
-$1,200 cheaper, pays for new set of tires
-Cheaper and more replacement tire options
-Taller and maybe fatter sidewall, more protection for wheel
-Softer ride off road
-13 pound unsprung weight saving. (27vs 40 pounds) Probably closer to 10-11 pounds after accounting for increased tire weight on a smaller wheel
PRO 20 in Wheel
-Will have a firmer highway ride highway to help mitigate the “floaty” ride on the highway many don’t like myself included
-Slightly better cornering and handling especially under emergency situations.
-Aesthetically better looking vs 18”. Personal taste and not just because it’s bigger. I think the 18” GX550 Overtrail wheels look amazing. Wish we could get those. Would even love a 17” steel wheel option. Just don’t find the 18” to be great looking wheel.
- Stronger wheel choice. Would have to be weighing that much more right?
I’m between two Landcruisers. One is available now and one is arriving in 8 days. Both are exact same except the wheels, one having 18 in and other the 20in. I plan to immediately upgrade to 275 BFG KO3 tires regardless of wheel. I’m m still debating between the two. Will be 90% highway driving, but do plan to take into true off road situations like passes in Colorado in summer and 4WD only trails here in Texas.
Here are my pros and cons for each. Wondering if anyone would agree/disagree or point out something I’m missing, or just generally wanted to help me decide. Many thanks in advance!
PRO 18 inch Wheel
-$1,200 cheaper, pays for new set of tires
-Cheaper and more replacement tire options
-Taller and maybe fatter sidewall, more protection for wheel
-Softer ride off road
-13 pound unsprung weight saving. (27vs 40 pounds) Probably closer to 10-11 pounds after accounting for increased tire weight on a smaller wheel
- Increased MPG due to significant weight and rolling resistance savings
- Spare is an 18in wheel, can buy a 5th 275 KO3 tire to fit for full size spare
PRO 20 in Wheel
-Will have a firmer highway ride highway to help mitigate the “floaty” ride on the highway many don’t like myself included
-Slightly better cornering and handling especially under emergency situations.
-Aesthetically better looking vs 18”. Personal taste and not just because it’s bigger. I think the 18” GX550 Overtrail wheels look amazing. Wish we could get those. Would even love a 17” steel wheel option. Just don’t find the 18” to be great looking wheel.
- Stronger wheel choice. Would have to be weighing that much more right?
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