DRW wheel?
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Tuned
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DRW wheel?
Does anyone run all aluminum factory wheels in the back of their dually?
I may have the opportunity to switch out my steel inners for alum's, any disadvantage?
I see the reduction in rolling weigt as a positive.
I may have the opportunity to switch out my steel inners for alum's, any disadvantage?
I see the reduction in rolling weigt as a positive.
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You will probably need to at least check the length of the wheel studs. the aluminum wheels are much thicker. as far as strength, forged Alum wheels are great for stength. And the advantage of less unsprung weight is always a good thing.
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Tuned
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Yep, I had thought about that. Just went out and pulled a hubcap. Looks like a no go, there only 2 threads left with the stock combo. Bummer I don't want to do new studs over it.
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Tuned
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Thanx for the pics, It does appear that you caught every thread.
Chris I may call you again tomorrow.
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Feel free brother... there is a place in town i trust with all my tire and wheel work we can run into and they are reasonable.
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Molon Labe
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I have a set of aluminums for my truck, just haven't changed em out yet.
I talked with a few others that run all stock aluminum rears and so far no issues.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ar-wheels.html
I talked with a few others that run all stock aluminum rears and so far no issues.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ar-wheels.html
Cargo Master
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FYI-I have been running all aluminum factory wheels for about 10 years now. I purchased more wheels (expensive at the time) and went all aluminum when the original (low quality cheapo) General tires wore out.
My reason is to be able to do a 6 tire rotation.
My reason is to be able to do a 6 tire rotation.
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