steel wheel vs aluminum wheel

[yoda]

i couldn't find any info doing a search so i figured i'd ask. is there any preference to running a steel wheel or aluminum wheel for towing? I'm looking to get rid of my aluminum wheels for some steelies and I'm curious if they will hold up to towing better than the aluminum ones. so i would like to know what ya'll think about which is better, running steel wheels or aluminum wheels.

thanks

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[98whitelightnin]

I wish your where closer to east tx, I would swapp ya a set.

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[JasonY]

From my offroading Jeep days...Steel bends, Alum. cracks...which would you rather deal with?

Jason

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[deckhand]

Alot depends if its forged or cast. Personally, I'd go with a forged aluminum wheel.

[dieselenthusiast]

Forged aluminum is strong and probably lighter weight than the steel.

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[drunk on diesel]

if we're talking factory 3rd gen wheels, you won't have any problems with either of them. I prefer aluminum for looks and weight savings

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'98 12v quad/long 2wd 5sp. studs, o-rings, FE, etc.

[Old_Sparky]

Take a look at 18-wheelers and you will see both.

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[Devil Dog]

Forged aluminum.

Lighter and stronger.

Check the term "unsprung weight".

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[yoda]

Originally Posted by drunk on diesel

if we're talking factory 3rd gen wheels, you won't have any problems with either of them. I prefer aluminum for looks and weight savings

yeah, those are the ones i was referring to. i wanted some steelies because of the cost and i wanted to get rid of the chrome on mine.

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[drunk on diesel]

I always have my factory alloys powdercoated black

the steelies are fine, they're just HEAVY!

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'06 Mega Cab 2500 4x4 auto. Smarty, built auto, etc.

'98 12v quad/long 2wd 5sp. studs, o-rings, FE, etc.

[dieselenthusiast]

Originally Posted by drunk on diesel

I always have my factory alloys powdercoated black
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Pics? And how does the powerdercoat hold up?

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[drunk on diesel]

Originally Posted by dieselenthusiast

Pics? And how does the powerdercoat hold up?

I've posted pics of all four trucks I've had w/ black powder wheels somewhere on here... It holds up great

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'06 Mega Cab 2500 4x4 auto. Smarty, built auto, etc.

'98 12v quad/long 2wd 5sp. studs, o-rings, FE, etc.