After 30k miles, my BFG KO2's (OEM Raptor take-offs) were nearing the end of their usable life. Not to mention getting noisy. Wanting to switch it up a bit, I went in a different direction looking for more comfort.
I picked up a set of OEM F-150 Sport wheels that were new take-offs for a great price ($1k shipped). I removed the Bilstein 5100's, adjusted them to the lowest setting, and reinstalled. Mounted up the wheels and tires and this is how she sits now.
I'm happy with the switch. The tires are much more comfortable and quiet. Performance is improved having shed 32 lbs per wheel/tire and MPGs are up. While I was a little hesitant to change it up, it turned out better than I expected. And I still have my old LX-450 (Land Cruiser) for trail duty in the warmer months.
Now to switch out the lug nuts for gray/black and black out the chrome trim.
Edit to add: I was fully expecting the rear axles to interfere with the wheel center caps, but they cleared just fine.
I picked up a set of OEM F-150 Sport wheels that were new take-offs for a great price ($1k shipped). I removed the Bilstein 5100's, adjusted them to the lowest setting, and reinstalled. Mounted up the wheels and tires and this is how she sits now.
I'm happy with the switch. The tires are much more comfortable and quiet. Performance is improved having shed 32 lbs per wheel/tire and MPGs are up. While I was a little hesitant to change it up, it turned out better than I expected. And I still have my old LX-450 (Land Cruiser) for trail duty in the warmer months.
Now to switch out the lug nuts for gray/black and black out the chrome trim.
Edit to add: I was fully expecting the rear axles to interfere with the wheel center caps, but they cleared just fine.