The 22.5s are MUCH heavier, but I love them anyway! I think a stock wheel/tire setup is about 75-90lbs. where as the aluminum 22.5 is 185 and the steel is 205 (with 255/70 tires).

 

D.wiggs what kind of fuel mileage are you getting with all your mods vs stock? I find that with the 6 speed I'm getting several mpg less than my buddies with the auto tranny's, seems I'm turning about 350rpm's more than the auto tranny guys. That's one of the main reasons for swapping to larger diameter tires other than the fact that they look awesome.

 

I'm getting FANTASTIC mileage. I averaged 16.5 over the first 12,000 miles of the truck which included about 90% highway (20% towing over 10,000) and 10% city. This also includes a LOT of idling. I can cruise at 75MPH @ 2000 RPM and about 6psi of boost. My new tires will get me down to about 1850RPM.

 

At 75mph I'm turning 2350 rpms or so. I'm trying to get down to 2000-2100rpms so it sounds like I'm going to acheive my goal with the new tire size. That seems to be where the 5.9L get's it's best fuel economy. Not that I'm only interested in fuel economy but it sure is nice to look good going down the road and actually benefit from it to.

Thanks for all your input. I'm just trying to search out the best deal and the best quality.

 

Not only that, but with the Sumitomo tires, you can look great in ANY weather! Rain, snow, sleet, or shine!

 

I got mine at www.hispeedimportsanddomestics.com
1-863-875-0721

Mario is a very nice guy to deal with. He has the Big Rig Alcoa setup on sale right now. He also has the shaved 22"s. Check with him too before you make a decision.

 

David @ TheDuallyStop will hook you up! Especially if you mention my name! THey are wonderful and give amazing deals. I cannot recommend them highly enough; wonderful people!

He definitely went above and beyond the call of duty with my set!