2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Aluminum wheels

[SSheldon]

Will OEM forged alum. 16"X8" wheels off of a 2000-2002 fit a 99 with drum brakes?

 

[Tcolesanti]

I am almost positive they will, it is the older 12v trucks that have a problem fitting over the rear drum because of the backspacing. Hopefully someone will chime in with a concrete answer.

 

[Un-Hemi]

Is it 2WD or 4WD?

On a 2WD, if the rear drums are reduced in diameter by 1/4", they will fit. It won't weaken the drum enough to be of concern. The fronts fit fine.



On a 4WD, there may be interference with the tie rod ends as well, but I have no personal experience with 4WD.

 

[Vaughn MacKenzie]

Yes the truck requires a bit of modification to install '00-'02 wheels, with the tie rod ends and rear drums on both 4x2 and 4x4s as I recall.



I'm taking the easy way out and installing factory 17s on my '96, I just picked up a set with factory BFGs that have about 40% left for $325. Can't wait to put 'em on tonight. Will post results and hopefully pictures tomorrow.



Vaughn

 

[Vaughn MacKenzie]

I'm taking the easy way out and installing factory 17s on my '96, I just picked up a set with factory BFGs that have about 40% left for $325. Can't wait to put 'em on tonight. Will post results and hopefully pictures tomorrow.



Vaughn

Got the wheels on last night, pics in Reader's Rig album under '96 Ram. Vaughn

 

[Dartman]

315's?

They really fit tight under the wheelwells... . 315's look sorta small.

Dl5treez;

What is the series or aspect ratio of your 315's? Do you have a lift? I am planning on Toyo M-55's, but wouldn't mind going bigger if they don't rub @ full lock with stock height. I also have a set of '00 - '02 alloy's I am going to install. Thank you, Tony.