Wheel Interchange Blog

A static wheel clearance test is a screening procedure used to determine whether one questionable wheel is likely to fit before you buy a complete set. It can identify obvious prob...

Moving from 16-inch to 17-inch wheels is not simply a matter of fitting a larger rim. The wheel diameter increases by 1 inch, so the tire normally needs a shorter sidewall to keep ...

Why towing compression changes wheel-fitment decisions A wheel that clears the suspension at ride height may contact a control arm, spring, liner, or fender when a trailer or cargo...

Why flow-formed construction changes the fitment priorities Flow-formed wheels are produced by forming the barrel under pressure after casting. This can reduce mass or allow a diff...

Wheel weight and wheel load rating describe different properties. Wheel weight is the mass of the wheel itself, usually expressed in kilograms or pounds. Load rating is the maximum...

A temporary donor wheel swap can work, but “it bolts on” is not enough. The donor wheel must match the target vehicle at the hub, clear the brakes, accept the correct lug hardware,...

Choosing Conical-Seat Lug Nuts for Aftermarket Wheels The correct conical-seat lug nut is determined by the wheel’s lug-seat design, the vehicle’s thread specification, and the ava...

OEM takeoff wheels can be excellent value, but “nearly new” is not enough to establish that a set is safe or compatible. A takeoff may have only a few miles on it, yet still be the...

6x139.7 to 6x135 Wheel Adapters: What to Check Before Buying A 6x139.7 to 6x135 wheel adapter is used when the vehicle has a six-lug 6x139.7 bolt pattern and the wheels are drilled...

Plus-sizing means fitting a larger-diameter wheel with a lower-profile tire so the tire-and-wheel assembly remains close to the vehicle’s original overall diameter. Done correctly,...