I decided to replace what was probably the original spare tire on my Excursion. I’d like to get an OEM aluminum wheel to replace my steel spare so I can put my new tire in the rotation. Where could I find a new wheel at a reasonable price?

 

Salvage yards and/or Craigslist would be my first targets.

 

I've seen them less expensive but here ya go.

 

I'd watch CL closely. I sold mine a couple of months ago. 4 wheels for $200. Tires were shot. That's about what they are going for around here. Problem may be to find a single wheel.

 

Tons of them on CL here in TX on a regular basis, and the Gold Mine has a bunch. Shipping was not too bad from me to NC recently when I sent all four of mine to another member there. I used 18x18x18 boxes (for 2 per box) @ about $65 to ship each box. Total was $130 to ship all four rims.

 

I found one sorta local. Hopefully get it this weekend. Wish I lived closer to your gold mine!

 

Right?

I'm starting to feel bad now whenever I pull out my phone to text Mike and ask when he's gonna be out there again, and when he is can he please look for "XYZ" part for me.

Stewart

 

I watched Craigslist for 3 or 4 months and saw a couple of sets just like those going for $200-$300.
Finally found a nice set for $220 with decent tires, no caps.
Unmounted and sold the tires for $120.

 

I can get caps...

 

Yeah I got my set for $200 with lug nuts and caps on Craigslist. Tires were junk tho. I think the guy I got them from still has some