Customized Truck Rims

Author: David H. Urmann

Truck rims are popular because it has a driving appeal. It makes trucks appear faster and shinier. 

The best truck rim is one which can provide a good grip on the road to avoid accidents. Ideally it is suggested to purchase one which comes from the truck's manufacturer. It should be able to match and provide the right support to tires.  They are properly installed by tire dealer mechanics to ensure safety. The most famous brands of custom rims are Volk, Diablo, Panther, Enkei, Boss and Katana. 

Truck doesn't only mean cargo and delivery vehicles. It has also emerged to light trucks, pick up trucks, minivans, SUV(sport utility vehicles) and full size vans. 

Truck rims range from 15-26 inches although today, rim diameters are getting bigger, reaching 28-30 inches. Most manufacturers offer custom black wheels for trucks and SUV's. Other colors include blue, green, red and purple. 

The most popular choices for trucks are chrome and alloy rims. They can be purchased in local stores or online. 

There are four types of truck rims. Stainless steel rims are ideal for high heat environments, corrosive situations and heavy duty uses. They are rust free and stronger than the chrome type. 

Chrome rims are used by lighter vehicles and not so ideal for heavy trucks. They make the car look sleek and expensive. It is done by wheels plated with chrome mirror finish to achieve the shiny look. The newest invention includes the chrome spinning rims wherein they actually spin even if the car is not moving. 

Radial rims are more flexible and flattened to create lower resistance. They ride smoother without being affected by uneven surfaces. Popular radial tires are better than old bias ply tires because these are wider. Wider tires lead are ideal on traction, pavement and off road. 

Alloy rims offer cool air flow from the car's brake system preventing overheating. 

The Most Popular Custom Truck Rims Manufacturer are Wheel Master, Alcoa Wheels, American Racing, Eagle Wheels, Chip Foose Rims, and Diablo Wheels and Tires.

Wheel Master offers 15 years of providing stainless steel wheel covers and other custom accessories. 

Alcoa Wheels offer 60 years of providing smoother and cooler running wheels. They provide low maintenance cost to their customers. They create one piece forged aluminum wheels for SUV's and trucks. They are also known for their satin finish, mirror polish and corrosion resistant wheels. 

American Racing offer more than 50 years of leading the forged technology. It acquired Weld Racing and merged to provide wheels for all types of vehicles including bikes. This company started the wheel weight reduction and brake cooling.