Easiest way to switch my 20” rims for 18” rims?

[jastevenson]

Hi all,

Next week, I am picking up my new 2019 Expedition. Due to limited choices in my area, I bought one with 20” rims (which are a 1000 dollar option, unfortunately). Although they look dorky, I generally prefer a smaller wheel, so would like to get rid of my 20s and buy some 18s.

Any idea what the best way to get rid of these 20” wheels/tires? I’ve sold small items on eBay in the past, but I don’t want to drag 200 pounds of wheels and tires to the post office.

Thanks!

 

[techdude99]

Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor, Craig's List

 

[Gary Waugh]

Just send them to me, my 2008 20” rims have seen better days, I will put them to good use!! On a serious note, i would suggest craigslist or Facebook-marketplace, that way you will only get local people that can come and take them.

Gary

 

[Deadman]

Craigslist and sell local. You won't get a ton for them....

 

[AAOO]

Rims lol really rims? Are you in 8th grade?

 

[Dakota4ce]

Rims lol really rims? Are you in 8th grade?

Um wut


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[AAOO]

Um wut


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[Dakota4ce]

You’re right, most kids 8th grade and below tend to make that mistake. Thank you for pointing that out!


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[StealthyBulldog]

Rims lol really rims? Are you in 8th grade?

And the point of being an ass to a new member is...........?

Technically he is correct, his current wheels DO have a 20" RIM, so he'd like to get different wheels that have an 18" RIM.

Lots of people call them rims,





Now I could be wrong, but I doubt these multi million dollar companies have 8th graders doing their advertising and writing statements for them.

Just figured I'd point that out.

 

[scottdm]

Have you also tried discussing with your dealer as part of your purchase? Mine was willing to work with me on swapping wheels/tires when I bought mine. I'm sure they've got an XLT on their lot with 18's and could easily swap with the 20's on your Expy before you take delivery.

Otherwise, you'd need to find a set of new takeoffs to avoid having to purchase tires and TPMS for the 18" wheels.

My situation was similar since my 302A came with 22's and I wanted 20's for a smoother ride with my CCD, so they swapped 20's from another new Expy in inventory.

 

[Julio Walker]

Rims lol really rims? Are you in 8th grade?

...what a dick...

 

[Calidad]

I have 22’s on my Platinum. Most owners in my region want the 22’s which means I’ll have my pick of factory 18’s at steep discounts while the 22’s will fetch top dollar. I’ll run the 22’s till the tires are done then likely switch.

 

[Deadman]

I have 22’s on my Platinum. Most owners in my region want the 22’s which means I’ll have my pick of factory 18’s at steep discounts while the 22’s will fetch top dollar. I’ll run the 22’s till the tires are done then likely switch.

Why switch?

 

[Calidad]

Why switch?

More side wall. The lower profile tires have really stiff side walls they don’t flatten out when you air down nor can you air down much with them for dirt, sand etc.

Its a heavy rig to start with 22’s are pavement only or very firm dirt. Get into soft stuff and all the big SUVs on 20+ wheels sink like the Titanic.

 

[AAOO]

...what a dick...

Shadup Julie...

 

[Grey ghost]

I don't see what you are gaining going to an 18 inch "rim" . A bigger sidewall may give a nicer ride but as time goes on the smaller rim size tires will likely have fewer choices and be more expensive. And the extra flex in the sidewall may not be as stable and on a high center of gravity vehicle it may not be as safe. I'd rethink this

 

[rjdelp7]

Your vehicle has tpms, with sensors in each wheel. You will need a tpms reset tool, to change the wheels. I changed wheels on a 2009 Lincoln MKZ. The chrome wheels, were part of a $2,700 'option' package. I found wheels, that had no sensors($150). I had to buy bands and sensors, plus the reset tool. The new chrome wheels , didn't hold up in the salt covered winter roads. The chrome started to peel. The original set went back on the car. In the end, it wasn't worth the trouble.

 

[Deadman]

Drive one with taller sidewalls before you jump ship. I clearly noticed that the 22" wheel units handled slightly better than the 18" wheel units. I know there's more variables, but the taller sidewall allows for flex and it can wander on the road. Will YOU notice it? maybe, maybe not.

 

[Calidad]

I don't see what you are gaining going to an 18 inch "rim" . A bigger sidewall may give a nicer ride but as time goes on the smaller rim size tires will likely have fewer choices and be more expensive. And the extra flex in the sidewall may not be as stable and on a high center of gravity vehicle it may not be as safe. I'd rethink this

The thin side wall stiff tire SUVs get stuck easily they sink easily in soft stuff. Especially the big heavy ones. Going 18in wheel set gives you the ability to air down and increase the tire foot print. The low profile tires don’t let you do that.

CG and performance isn’t affected unless you raise ride height or run at under inflated pressures at speed etc.

The 20+ inch wheels and low profile tire combos are used to give these vehicles a car like driving experience on pavement. Which for 90+ % of the buyers is probably ideal. But those of us that leave the pavement sinking a big heavy SUV is a major negative so being able to reduce the sinking factor with lower tire pressure and larger foot print is a bonus. Plus there are more tire types/options in the 18-19 inch wheels for trucks.

 

[Calidad]

Drive one with taller sidewalls before you jump ship. I clearly noticed that the 22" wheel units handled slightly better than the 18" wheel units. I know there's more variables, but the taller sidewall allows for flex and it can wander on the road. Will YOU notice it? maybe, maybe not.

Handling with more tire vs wheel for sure can be less sharp especially with more mud. / terrain focused tires. Plus mileage can take a big hit going with more off pavement oriented tread.