Sep 28
2009

SUV and truck owners (and there are some seriously lifted ones out there) want wheel or rim style, performance, and fashion just as much as automobile owners probably do. The difference is that an SUV or truck’s rollers also have to be able to meet the demands placed upon them when they’re off-road or hitting the trails. KMC Wheel Company has a special lineup that can help, so make your truck king with XD Series wheels and rims.

Go Big, Go Small

The wheels and rims offered by the XD Series line have a size and style sure to meet every need. They range in size from a good-looking 15 inch model and go up from there, to the line’s king-size 24 inchers. Even if you don’t plan on your SUV or truck handling anything more than street duty, there looks to be more than several models designed to give ruggedness and handsomeness a new lease on life. And this includes taking on the “dualie” (four rear wheels) truck segment.

How do they differ? In actuality, there’s little or no difference between a wheel and a rim, though most vehicle customizers (”tuners”) would never be caught out calling their rollers “wheels.” For them, the “rim” is the thing. And other than some minor technical specifications called for when you’re dealing with truck wheels, the two words for rolling stock are pretty much interchangeable.

Steel for years. In the old days, the only metal suitable for use on an SUV or truck was steel. It had the advantage of being rugged, durable and relatively inexpensive to make and maintain, as it was pretty resistant to rust buildup. But it was a bit heavy, though that’s not as important in truck wheels and rims as it is on automobile wheels or rims.

Aluminum moved up. After some time, wheel and rim makers began to realize that aluminum metal alloy could be a fine substitute, especially when it came to fashioning a memorable look, full of fine colors and longevity at least equal to old-style steel. Plus, aluminum can be lighter, though (again) that’s not too much of a consideration to the average SUV or truck owner.

Never let up on the grip. XD Series wheels and rims are purpose made, with any number of lugs required, depending on the size of the wheel or rim. Starting out in 15 inch styles, with 5 or 6 lugs, they can run all the way up to 24 inchers. These usually take a 7 or 8 lug pattern set-up.

Look good while looking muddy. The KMC Wheel Company’s XD Series lineup can make even the muddiest and dirtiest of off-road vehicles give off a bit of style and rugged good looks. And lifted or raised trucks benefit even more, due to the specific models offered for use on those high-riding machines. And dualie owners out there won’t feel left out, either, considering a few of the good-looking wheels and rims XD has made available for their trucks.

Summing it up. High fashion and style can be just as important to SUV and truck owners as it is to the urban street tuner market. XD Series Custom Wheels seek to fill a need by truck owners for a Custom Wheels to not only work well but to look good while doing it. For more information, check out our site http://www.hubcap-tire-wheel.com/.