16.5" H1 HMMWV wheels installed

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Originally Posted by Egan

I should weight one of my stock rims+35's to see how much of a difference it really is.

I'm curious as to the weight also.
If putting onto a rear carrier, you'll definitely need an extra set of hands. My last 37" spare WAS on the cargo rack. Notice there is NO spare on there now. That would probably cave my roof in!

[Egan]

Is there anything else needed to fit these besides a mild lift? Any kind of spacer or adapter needed?

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Originally Posted by Egan

Is there anything else needed to fit these besides a mild lift? Any kind of spacer or adapter needed?

My front end was lifted from the previous owner via torsion bars (maybe an 1" - 1.5" or so). Also, if using the HMMWV wheels, you will need a solid 2" Billet aluminum spacer (mybilletadapters.com) -Richard is who I used and got them to me pretty quick. High quality!

[Egan]

Originally Posted by STL Zombie Hunter

My front end was lifted from the previous owner via torsion bars (maybe an 1" - 1.5" or so). Also, if using the HMMWV wheels, you will need a solid 2" Billet aluminum spacer (mybilletadapters.com) -Richard is who I used and got them to me pretty quick. High quality!

Are these the ones?

http://billetwheeladapters.com/wheel...5-2-thick.html

Is the spacer just so the wheel will clear the brakes and not rub on the suspension/frame?

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Originally Posted by Egan

Are these the ones?


Is the spacer just so the wheel will clear the brakes and not rub on the suspension/frame?

That be them! I paid $200 including shipping from the other guy I mentioned.

The adapters are to correct the offset. The HMMWV are high offset hubs & the H2 is a low offset. The 2" corrects the backspacing to allow clearance for the calipers and to make the wheels sit flush with the body (not tucked inside fenderwells).

Are you going to get a set??

[Egan]

Originally Posted by STL Zombie Hunter

That be them! I paid $200 including shipping from the other guy I mentioned.

The adapters are to correct the offset. The HMMWV are high offset hubs & the H2 is a low offset. The 2" corrects the backspacing to allow clearance for the calipers and to make the wheels sit flush with the body (not tucked inside fenderwells).

Are you going to get a set??

I'm seriously thinking about it. I was going to do the Cognito UCA's & torsion bars to try and fit 37's anyway. This solution is cheaper and I think it looks better than aftermarket wheels or painted stockers.

No need for beadlocks, correct? Did you have to get the wheels balanced?

[STL Zombie Hunter]

These came mounted & balanced w/ runflats already installed in them. The bead locks are part of the 2 piece wheel. I haven't tried taking them off yet due to I'm afraid of losing air, plus I've only had these on a week now & been snowing or raining since then.
I'm actually at a tire shop as we speak having them check out the balance on one of my rear tires. Slight vibrations above 60mph.

My plans are to paint the wheels with Line-X to match my roof rack, ladder & front bumper.

[guruerror]

Originally Posted by STL Zombie Hunter

I'm curious as to the weight also.
If putting onto a rear carrier, you'll definitely need an extra set of hands. My last 37" spare WAS on the cargo rack. Notice there is NO spare on there now. That would probably cave my roof in!

I'm pretty sure that my 37x12.5 BFG MTs on stock rims weighed in at 122 lbs., so the stock ATs should be less...prolly like 115 or so.

[STL Zombie Hunter]

I talked to Dustin @ Feltz tire and mentioned to him the interest in his HMMWV 24 bolt wheels on this site. He said to mention me (Michael) & the Hummer forum and he said he will try to hook you up however he can.

[LoJac963]

Originally Posted by STL Zombie Hunter

I talked to Dustin @ Feltz tire and mentioned to him the interest in his HMMWV 24 bolt wheels on this site. He said to mention me (Michael) & the Hummer forum and he said he will try to hook you up however he can.

I've been working with him through Ebay. Look like shipping to my house is going to be $320 so a little over $1k for a set of 4.....can't decide whether I want a 5th for the spare or not.....

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Originally Posted by LoJac963

I've been working with him through Ebay. Look like shipping to my house is going to be $320 so a little over $1k for a set of 4.....can't decide whether I want a 5th for the spare or not.....

That's crazy for shipping. If you have a dock you can ship to it'll save you atleast $100 I bet. Like ship to a local FedEx or ups hub station. I paid $120 for dock to dock shipping to STL. It would've been $280 to ship to my house.

[LoJac963]

I live very far away from Phoenix which is where the Fedex/UPS etc hubs are all located. It's easier to just pay $100 more and have the damn things dropped off right at my door honestly. Still waiting to hear back from him to confirm the total after mentioning the forums so maybe it will come down a few bucks.....hopefully...

[STL Zombie Hunter]

I hope he can help you out. I know he is getting low on 100% treads. Although his 95% & up treads still measure at 19/32" (new is also 19/32").

Let me know how it goes because I need to place another small order w/ him.
Also, let me know the name he knows you by so I can mention it when I call him.

[SUT-UP]

Hey guys,

Saw this thread and remembered seeing these rims recently on CL. They are asking $550 for 5. If anyone is still looking for them couldn't hurt to take a look.

http://worcester.craigslist.org/pts/4008012908.html

[LoJac963]

It's not the rims that will cost the money its the tires. Surplus right now are cheap but look at the brand name tires...you'll be blown away at the price of the rubber. That's what turned me off of the idea.

They look hands down awesome but I'd rather stick with a standard 17" wheel and pay less for rubber down the road.

[guruerror]

Can't you get the 16.5s milled down to 16? I thought there was a thread about that...

[LoJac963]

Originally Posted by guruerror

Can't you get the 16.5s milled down to 16? I thought there was a thread about that...

I thought someone said they could be rolled down or however they do it to 16's but pretty sure no one has attempted it.

Someone aftermarket should just come out with wheels that look the exact same but one piece in different sizes-I'm sure they'd sell pretty good!