Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

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Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by tstns on Wed Oct 06, 2010 9:40 am

Am looking at ordering rims and tires. Tire size easy to get, 225/75R15D. I am wondering if anyone knows the rim size? Examples: 6 on 5-1/2 8 on 6-1/2 ??????? This is what I do not know. Information would be greatfull.
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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by etrailer on Wed Oct 06, 2010 9:49 am

6 on 5-1/2 or 8 on 6-1/2 is talking about the lug pattern.

First count the number of lugs you have and that will give you the first number.

Check out the bottom of the page linked below. We have a quick tutorial on each wheel page so you can determine exactly what bolt pattern you have.

http://www.etrailer.com/Tires-and-Wheels/Americana/AM32664.html

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by Admin on Wed Oct 06, 2010 3:51 pm

If your going for rims and tires at the same time,,, Might be a good time to go for 16" wheels and tires. shouldn't be but a few dollars difference between the two and a lot more choices in tires.

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by Mopar_Earl on Wed Oct 06, 2010 4:35 pm

I agree with Admin. Don't forget the spare if you upgrade to 16". My factory optional 16" wheels come with ST235/80R16/E tires.

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by Portagie1968 on Thu Oct 14, 2010 5:56 am

Earl - So did mine but the rims from the factory. Say no more.

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by ribbs65 on Fri Oct 15, 2010 5:56 am

maybe a stupid question. why are 16" tires better than 15" tires?
seems like the brands are all over the spectrum. they all have good and bad ratings. how to decide?

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by Sean on Fri Oct 15, 2010 6:26 am

Tire load rating have a lot to do with the replacement to 16'' E rating rather than D.
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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by ScottandGrace on Sat Oct 16, 2010 3:16 am

The 16's give you a much broader range of choices since you use "LT" or "light truck" tires. It also lets you buy quality tires instead of the Chinese junk most 15" tires are. Last but not least, the 16's have something higher than the 65 mph speed limitation the 15's have.

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by Glen Schumann on Sat Oct 16, 2010 9:51 am

My understanding is the speed rating is dependent on the tire, not the rim. I upgraded to 16" rims and tires last year; because I stayed with ST tires there is still a 65 MPH speed rating.

I'm fine with that due to fuel mileage and safety.

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Re: Rim Size to a 2006 Wildcat 32QBBS

Post by ScottandGrace on Sat Oct 16, 2010 1:51 pm

Good point Glen! I should have stipulated that ST tires have the lower speed ratings, not just 16's in general.

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