2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Wheel Interchange

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Wheel Fitment Guide | wheelinterchange.com

Known OEM Fitment For 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2013 Tahoe was offered with multiple wheel and tire packages. The values below are confirmed examples. Items not listed may vary by trim or package. Always verify on your door-jamb tire label, owner’s manual, or the wheel stamping, and use the on-page calculator to compare options.

Because the Tahoe had multiple factory packages, your vehicle may differ. If a value is not shown above for your exact wheel or tire, confirm it on the vehicle and compare with the calculator.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

The calculator on this page lets you compare a donor setup against your 2013 Tahoe and also test custom sizes. Follow these steps:

• Select “Wheels from (donor vehicle)” that you are considering.
• Set “Installed on (your vehicle)” to 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
• Adjust “Custom wheel size” if you want to test a specific rim diameter, width, and offset. The comparison updates instantly.
• Adjust “Custom tire size” by section width and aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the tool updates tire diameter in the comparison.
• Use the side-by-side comparison to check inner clearance to suspension and outer position relative to fender, as well as overall tire diameter change.
• If you have only partial specs for a donor wheel, enter what you know and use physical checks before purchase.

For final confirmation, match the bolt pattern, center bore, and thread size, and verify offset and brake clearance on the vehicle.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern: Must be 6x139.7.
• Center bore: Wheel bore must be 78.1 mm or larger. If larger, use hub-centric rings sized to 78.1 mm on the Tahoe side.
• Thread and lug seats: Thread size is M14x1.5. Verify the wheel’s lug seat style matches your lug nuts or purchase the correct nuts.
• Offset and backspacing: Compare the donor wheel’s ET and backspacing to the known OEM example and your current setup using the calculator. Ensure inner clearance to strut, knuckle, and sway bar, and check outer poke relative to fender and mudflaps.
• Brake clearance: Test-fit to confirm spoke and barrel clearance over calipers and to the wheel weights.
• Tire overall diameter: Keep diameter appropriate for your use and body clearance. Use the calculator to visualize changes when moving between 17, 18, 20 in, etc.
• Load rating: Wheels and tires must meet or exceed the Tahoe’s axle and vehicle load ratings.
• TPMS: Plan for sensor transfer or new compatible sensors and a relearn procedure after install.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

The 2013 Tahoe was sold with different wheel and tire packages. One confirmed wheel example is 20x8.5 ET31, and one confirmed tire example is 265/70R17. If you are moving between sizes, use the calculator to keep overall tire diameter close to your current setup, and check inner and outer clearances. For aftermarket wheels with a larger center bore, plan on hub-centric rings sized to 78.1 mm at the hub. Always verify brake clearance with a test fit before mounting tires.

Installation Tips

• Clean the hub face and wheel mounting pad so the wheel seats flush. Remove rust and debris.
• Do not lubricate wheel studs or lug nut seats unless specified by the OEM. Torque using the value in your owner’s manual, in a star pattern, in two to three stages.
• If using hub-centric rings, seat them fully on the hub before mounting the wheel.
• Install TPMS sensors and perform a relearn after the wheels and tires are installed.
• After installation, turn the steering lock to lock and compress the suspension to check clearance to liners, sway bar, and brake hoses.
• Re-torque lug nuts after 50 to 100 miles and periodically thereafter.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench
• M14x1.5 lug nuts that match your wheel’s lug seat
• GM TPMS relearn tool
• Hub-centric rings 78.1 mm for aftermarket wheels with larger bores

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern for the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe?

  6x139.7.

• What center bore does the Tahoe use?

  78.1 mm. If an aftermarket wheel has a larger bore, use hub-centric rings sized to 78.1 mm on the Tahoe hub side.

• What is the factory lug thread size?

  M14 x 1.5.

• What offset is stock?

  One confirmed OEM wheel example is 20x8.5 with ET 31 mm and 5.47 in backspacing. Other factory packages may differ by trim. Check your current wheel stamping or the owner’s manual, and compare in the calculator.

• What tire size came stock?

  One confirmed OEM tire example is 265/70R17. Other factory packages existed, so verify your door-jamb tire label and compare options in the calculator.

• Will 20 inch OEM Tahoe wheels fit my 2013 Tahoe?

  They can fit when bolt pattern is 6x139.7, center bore is 78.1 mm or larger with rings if needed, and offset clears brakes and fenders. Use the calculator to compare position and tire diameter, and test-fit for brake clearance.

• Can I use wheels from a different vehicle that are 6x139.7?

  Possibly, but do not rely on bolt pattern alone. You must match center bore, confirm offset and backspacing, verify load rating, and check brake and suspension clearance. Use the calculator and perform a physical test-fit.

• What torque should I use on the lug nuts?

  Torque varies by vehicle and hardware. Use the specification in your owner’s manual and torque in a star pattern on clean, dry studs.