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Steel vs Aluminum wheels

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jokirkev

New Member
Jan 2, 2021
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Truck Year
2017
I was doing some reading. It looks like the factory steel wheels weight 50.9# and the factory aluminum wheels weigh 34.4#. That seems like a BIG difference - are the sites I've been reading accurate?! What could that equate to in mpg's? I know guys go with a heavier tire (same size) and read that it kills mileage.... Thanks for taking a look!
 
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BTdriver

Member
Aug 30, 2018
38
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Truck Year
2015
Yes, heavier tire/wheel combos reduce MPG's - takes more power to get them spinning. Also, aluminum dissipates heat better than steel so it runs cooler - Cooler tires wear a tad slower.
 
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