Greetings everyone; I have a 2002 4.6 HSE - has the stock 18" wheels on it, which aesthetically are looking kind of angry at this point. I am refinishing the interior and exterior so I need to make rim decisions. I've read quite a bit about upgrades, but no definitive answers on the best way to go. I just did the coil suspension conversion btw.

1st, if I go with 19" or 20" wheels, how much will this effect going off road (let's say not extreme off road, but moderate back roads in mud and snow - we do have a farm in the mountains). What is the threshold of size to performance?

2nd, If I do move up to 19" or 20", I've read that the wheels from 2003-2012 Range Rovers will not fit? Is this true?

3rd, Let's say I stay with the current rim size (stock tires were 255/55-18) - one local shop recommended going with a larger tire - any recommendations or tips on how that will affect performance or maneuverability?

Thank you in advance! Cheers, Scot

 

take all the money you were going to spend on 19&20 wheels and buy yourself a set of 16 inch wheels, 18,19&20 tire do not have enough side wall to take offroad.