Comparing 18" and 24" Wheels, Side-by-Side Looks

[T Sportline]

Hey gang, I get a lot of questions about wheel size - we did a side by side comparison - take a look, big difference.
Feel free to ask any questions about wheel / tire selection, I have rolled a lot of miles on 18, 20, 22, and 24 at different times - happy to help!

video here

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[SlegMD]

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[T Sportline]

I’m a meat man

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ha ha, got it

 

[Baba_Junji]

What’s the wrap type and color code on the metallic black one?

 

[T Sportline]

What’s the wrap type and color code on the metallic black one?

The left is TMaxx Satin Meteor Steel PPF - HERE
The right is TMaxx Gloss Hyper Black PPF - HERE

DIY Cybertruck kits in either color are available too - HERE

 

[BenlovesCT]

Bigger rims shorter range ? Where are we on that?

 

[mrcyber]

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[T Sportline]

Bigger rims shorter range ? Where are we on that?

The most impact on range relates to the aero associated with the wheel. Weight is hugely misunderstood and over hyped as it relates to range -- so be careful.

In comparison to stock wheels/tires, here are the most impacting factors, from most to least:

1 - Frontal cross section of the tire (how does the effective frontal area of the tire compare to the factory tire -- ie, wider tires cost range vs narrow tires)

2 - Fitment; Wheels/Spacers that push the wheel/tire assembly 'outward' creates direct frontal area exposure where the tire 'sticks out past the fender), add that exposed area to #1 above.

3 - Wheel face aero dynamics (how does the face of the wheel impact the surface drag when rotating). Very difficult to quantify or optimize honestly. And warning: 95% of the marketing you read about 'CFD optimized' is total bull$hit crafted to make you buy. It is easy make the CFD say / show 'desirable' results. Also, those that advertise blah blah blah about their CFD expertise are not experts; they are using basic CFD tools. Take away, there is an impact here, but don't expect measurable gains from most offerings / claims. Generally speaking, flatter face designs do better than aggressive spokes and large openings.

4 - Weight; really only impacts during acceleration / deceleration. Once you're rolling, the weight is negligible impact on range. Anyone who is selling 'lightweight' as their main pitch for Cybertruck wheels would be a strong caution - chances of bending or cracking are real; this truck is heavy and pot holes will ruin your day. Similar to CFD, standard to claim magical and unmatched FEA expertise = proceed with caution!

 

[MCraft99]

What do we need to fit 37X13.5 R20 tires?
Will your 2" spacers survive launches and offroad use?

 

[T Sportline]

What do we need to fit 37X13.5 R20 tires?
Will your 2" spacers survive launches and offroad use?

37" is not a great fit, honestly. Would require trimming wheel well liners and bumper brackets. And/or limiting your max turn range. Check my video here

Spacers - have never had an issue, throw whatever you like at them!

 

[MCraft99]

37" is not a great fit, honestly. Would require trimming wheel well liners and bumper brackets. And/or limiting your max turn range. Check my video here

Spacers - have never had an issue, throw whatever you like at them!

Thanks for the reply. I have no problem heat gunning the wheel well and rerouting the air hose behind the casting as well as cutting the wrench flats on the UCA. I have the cybertruckco lift rods that add 1" in low and 2" in high. I will be ordering your CTX front bumper and winch. I made a thread a lil while ago looking into fitting 37" BFG HD-Terrains. I think with spacers, the rear of the wheel well will be the hard to address since the aluminum casting is right there. https://www.cybertruckownersclub.com/forum/threads/how-to-fit-37s.55612/

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