2017 Dodge Viper Wheel Interchange

2017 Dodge Viper Wheel Fitment Guide | wheelinterchange.com

Known OEM Fitment For 2017 Dodge Viper

The following specifications are known OEM values for the 2017 Dodge Viper. If your trim or package differs, or if your vehicle has staggered wheels, verify each axle using the on-page calculator and your door-jamb placard or OEM service information. Do not purchase wheels or tires until you confirm every spec for your exact car.

Notes:

• Some trims or packages may use different wheel widths, offsets, and tire sizes front vs rear. If your car is staggered, measure and enter each axle separately when comparing options.
• If any of your values are unknown, confirm them with the calculator and OEM sources before ordering parts.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

• Open the calculator on this page.
• In Wheels from (donor vehicle), enter the wheel and tire you are considering. You can type a vehicle or enter a custom wheel size and custom tire size.
• In Installed on (your vehicle), select 2017 Dodge Viper or manually enter your known OEM specs above.
• Adjust Custom wheel size: change rim diameter, rim width, and offset to match the wheels you want to test.
• Adjust Custom tire size: set section width and aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the calculator automatically updates tire diameter in the comparison so you can see clearance and speedometer impact.
• Review the comparison output. Check changes in inner clearance to suspension and brakes, outer poke relative to fender, backspacing, ride height change, and speedometer error.
• If your Viper is staggered, run the comparison for the front axle first, then repeat with the rear axle values.
• Finalize only after the calculator shows acceptable clearances and diameter change that meets your goals.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern must match exactly: 6x114.3. Do not use near-fit patterns.
• Center bore: wheel center bore must be 71.6 mm or larger. If larger, use quality hub-centric rings to 71.6 mm.
• Thread size: M14 x 2.00. Use the correct lug nuts for your wheel seat type. Seat style varies by wheel design, so confirm conical vs ball seat before buying hardware.
• Offset and backspacing: compare your target ET to the OEM ET 51 mm and backspacing 7.26 in in the calculator to ensure inner and outer clearance.
• Width and diameter: verify both clear your brakes, suspension, and fenders throughout steering and suspension travel.
• Brake caliper and barrel clearance: visually confirm spoke and barrel clearance over the front and rear calipers. Test fit whenever possible.
• Load rating: wheel and tire load ratings must meet or exceed OEM specifications.
• TPMS: plan to transfer, clone, or program compatible TPMS sensors for 2017 Dodge applications.
• Tire overall diameter: keep diameter change small so speedometer, ABS, and traction control remain within acceptable tolerance. Use the calculator to quantify this.
• Stud engagement: with M14 studs, ensure full nut engagement along the threads. Do not stack washers. If using spacers, verify proper stud length and hub-centric support.
• Test fit and rotate: turn lock-to-lock and compress the suspension to check for any contact before road use.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing changes wheel diameter and often width to alter handling and appearance. Use the calculator to model these changes before you buy.

• Plus-1 or Plus-2 diameter: increase rim diameter and use a tire with a lower aspect ratio so overall diameter remains close to stock. The calculator shows ride height and speedometer changes automatically.
• Wider wheels and tires: check inner clearance to the strut, spring perch, knuckle, and brake lines. Also check outer poke vs the fender lip and liners.
• Offset tuning: lower ET pushes the wheel outward and can reduce inner rub but increases poke and scrub radius. Higher ET tucks the wheel inward but risks inner contact. Balance both sides using the calculator.
• Track-focused setups: focus on brake barrel clearance and heat tolerance. Confirm that tire diameter and width work with your alignment targets and camber settings.
• Hub bore and hardware: if the new wheel bore is larger than 71.6 mm, add hub-centric rings sized to your wheel. Always match lug seat type to the wheel.

Installation Tips

• Preparation: park on level ground, apply the parking brake, and chock wheels. Loosen lug nuts slightly before lifting.
• Lift points: use the manufacturer-recommended jacking points and support the car on stands. Never rely on a jack alone.
• Clean mounting faces: remove rust and debris from the hub and wheel mounting pads so the wheel seats flat. Lightly brush the hub center to help rings seat fully if used.
• Test fit: place the wheel on the hub, spin by hand, and check for any interference at the caliper and knuckle before installing tires or driving.
• Lug nuts: hand-thread all lug nuts with the correct seat type, then snug in a star pattern.
• Torque: use a calibrated torque wrench and tighten in a star pattern to the OEM torque spec from the service manual. Re-check torque after a short drive interval.
• TPMS: install or program compatible sensors, then perform a relearn procedure if required.
• Final clearance check: with the car on the ground, turn steering lock-to-lock and verify fender and liner clearance. Road test and listen for any rubbing.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• Torque wrench 1/2 in drive: Shop options
• Thin wall lug nut socket set: Shop options
• M14 x 2.00 lug nuts in the correct seat style for your wheels: Shop options
• Hub-centric rings to 71.6 mm center bore: Shop options

FAQs

• What does 6x114.3 mean for my 2017 Viper?

  It is a 6-lug wheel with a 114.3 mm pitch circle diameter. Replacement wheels must be 6x114.3. Do not attempt to use near-fit patterns.

• Can I mix 6x114.3 with 6x115 using wobble hardware?

  No. Bolt pattern must match exactly. Do not use wobble hardware or force-fit patterns. Always use the exact specification verified for your car.

• Do I need hub-centric rings?

  If the wheel center bore is larger than 71.6 mm, use rings sized from the wheel bore down to 71.6 mm so the wheel centers properly on the hub. If the wheel bore is exactly 71.6 mm you do not need rings.

• What offset should I choose for aftermarket wheels?

  Start by referencing the known OEM offset of ET 51 mm. Use the calculator to see how different offsets affect inner clearance and outer poke. Choose an offset that maintains safe clearance on both sides.

• What is backspacing and why does 7.26 in matter?

  Backspacing is the distance from the wheel mounting pad to the inner wheel lip. It directly affects inner clearance. Use the calculator to compare backspacing changes when you alter width and offset.

• Will larger diameter wheels affect my speedometer and ABS?

  Yes if the overall tire diameter changes. The calculator shows the percentage change. Keep it small to maintain correct speedometer readings and stable ABS and traction control behavior.

• Can I reuse my TPMS sensors?

  Often yes if the new wheels accept the same sensors. Otherwise use compatible sensors and perform the relearn procedure as required for your 2017 Dodge application.

• What lug nut torque should I use?

  Use the OEM torque spec from the 2017 Dodge Viper service manual or the door-jamb placard. Tighten with a torque wrench in a star pattern and re-check after a short drive.

• How do I check brake caliper clearance?

  Test fit the bare wheel, spin it by hand, and inspect the caliper and spoke-barrel area. You can use modeling clay or putty on the caliper to visualize the gap when you remove the wheel.