Before setting out on your next off-roading adventure, make sure you have the off-road truck rims that will reliably get you through the mud and over rough terrain. If you aren’t sure your current rig will survive, it may be time to start considering new wheel packages. However, there are so many possible options out there for you to choose from. How do you know which type is right for your truck? That’s what we’ll be covering in this article — the big picture of all the options you have for upgrading your off-road rim and tire set.

It can be difficult making a decision on wheels, but it’s simple to get the financing you need to afford the premium rim and tire set you actually would most benefit from. That is because Off-Road Rim Financing offers easy tire financing plans to support you and your off-road ambitions. Choosing to finance your new tire and rim set with Off-Road Rim Financing comes with a number of benefits:

• No more waiting — Tired of waiting endlessly to save up enough cash to buy your new wheels? Does it seem that every time you get close to enough in your savings something else in life happens that drains your funds again? An easier way to get new tires, and get them TODAY, is to set up a finance plan with Off-Road Rim Financing. This way, you get what you want now with much less waiting. Get your free quote today!
• You get better products — On top of getting the off-road truck wheels that you want without having to wait for months or more, you also will be able to afford higher-quality products when you set it up through one of our affordable payment plans. This means that you don’t have to compromise on quality because of a short-term reduction in cash flow. Make sure you get the best products available right now so you don’t need another upgrade in the near future due to settling for lower quality wheels.
• Flexibility — We finance through Acima Credit and Progressive Leasing, and are able to offer you extremely low interest rates and can design a payment schedule that works for you. Contact us and ask about our low interest rates, no matter if you have good or bad credit.

WHAT MATERIALS YOUR RIMS CAN BE MADE OF

The most common materials used to construct wheels are aluminum alloy, steel, cast aluminum alloy, and forged aluminum alloy. Each one of these has their positive and negative features, so it’s worthwhile to go through them one at a time. Though the material your rim is made of is important, what is more important is that it fits properly and is the right type of wheel for your goals. However, the material also plays an important role in your truck’s performance and handling.

#1: STEEL

The cheapest option available for wheels is steel — which also happens to be one of the most durable options as well. The main problem with steel wheels, however, is that they are heavy — much heavier than a wheel made of aluminum alloy, for example. It’s easy to keep steel wheels looking good and repairing them. Yet, the added weight makes these not the ideal choice for people who value drivetrain durability, fuel efficiency, and their vehicles acceleration and braking performance. It’s also worth noting that in certain environments steel will easily corrode, leading to a significantly weaker wheel.

#2: ONE-PIECE CAST ALLOY

An alloy is a combination of different types of metal, and are usually primarily aluminum. Alloy wheels are some of the most common wheels you see on the road, as they are lightweight, strong, and not particularly expensive. They also are corrosion resistant, giving them another one-up over steel wheels. The main downside of one-piece cast alloy rims is that they are not easy to repair and can easily become dull, with re-polishing them being an expensive, time-consuming prospect.

#3: ONE-PIECE FORGED ALLOY

If you are looking for the lightest, strongest wheels available, you are looking for one-piece forged alloy rims. Though they are expensive, they offer top-of-the-line performance and they look awesome. These wheels are made by using extreme pressure to shape a raw block of metal into the shape of a wheel. Making a forged alloy wheel expensive and takes many steps, leading to higher consumer prices. However, the end result is a wheel that is up to 300 times stronger than cast wheels and capable of taking more hits while still maintaining a polished, shiny appearance.

#4: BEADLOCKS

If your vehicle is a totally-devoted off-road truck or jeep and you want a tire with super low pressure, these wheels are for you. However, if you are going to be using your vehicle for anything other than off-roading, these can be more trouble (and expense) than they are worth. There are some great, high-quality beadlocks out there, though historically they have been inconsistent. If you want the beadlock-look without the risk of an unreliable tire, there are lots of brands out there that make forged alloy wheels that look like beadlocks.

UPGRADE YOUR TRUCK’S OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES

You want to have a rim and tire set that performs in all your potential four-wheeling scenarios. To do that, you most likely don’t want to settle for the stock tires on your vehicle. If you’re thinking about upgrading your truck’s tires but don’t have the cash-in-hand for it yet, don’t wait! Get the tires you need by signing up for an off-road wheel financing plan with Off-Road Rim Financing. Get your free quote today!

If you have a question about our financing options or what off-road wheels and tires we recommend, feel free to reach out to us. We would be happy to help. We answer emails all day between 9 AM and 9 PM CST on weekdays, and 9 AM to 3 PM CST on Saturdays.

We are located in Hobart, Indiana, but we ship directly to your door, wherever you are in America. Our off-road wheel and tire packages come to you mounted, balanced and ready to install! Get a wheel and tire financing quote and start enjoying your new tires, rims, lift kits, or truck accessories today with zero down and low payments.

We aim to offer the most competitive pricing in the industry. If you find a price lower than what we offer you, we will do our best to match it. We look forward to speaking with you soon!