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TSHardrock99
post Mar 3 2019, 02:15 PM, updated 7y ago

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Hi all sifus, im noob on rims n tyres. Pls give me suggestions.
Im gonna collect my new Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT+ Limited next week. Plan to add body kits and rim/ off road tyre to make it more 'garang'. But i while i survey online, it seems like my origial rim 18' wanna change offroad tyre very expensive. Im wondering should i downgrade my rim size to 17 or 16 since i want to change rim. 16' or 17' also cheaper compared to 18'.
Im not sure if i really need to change offroad tyre since i mostly drive in the city. But the original tyre really look a bit soft for me.
All sifus out there can give me suggestion/opinion pls?
Thank you very much.

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TSHardrock99
post Mar 3 2019, 03:56 PM

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QUOTE(lawrencesha @ Mar 3 2019, 02:47 PM)
I'm not a rim expert. Not even a car expert. But everyone wanna get bigger rims. You wanna downgrade?

Offroad is not everyone. Maybe consider other hobby?
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I heard smaller size rim riding more comfort.
Too late, I made booking alr for new truck. Lol
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post Mar 4 2019, 12:11 PM

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QUOTE(leehernandez @ Mar 4 2019, 11:46 AM)
16inch is more common in the market.the price of rim are cheaper can get around rm 1100-1300+
tyre also range from rm 350+ for silverstone at117(saw quite many use this for 4x4 tyres).depending on brand and maxxis would be one of the top pick for offroad tyres.
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yes, 16' is a lot cheaper compared to 18' . 18' rim itself cost around RM2800 blink.gif
So u would recommend downsize?
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post Mar 4 2019, 06:47 PM

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QUOTE(leehernandez @ Mar 4 2019, 06:23 PM)
rim?i thought u mention the original is 18inch already? so u wan change sport rim?
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Original is 18’. But I want change rim n off-road tyre. So maybe just one time downgrade the price will be a lot cheaper I guess. More comfort drive but performance donno how. Hmm...
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post Mar 4 2019, 07:36 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 4 2019, 06:52 PM)
Recommend to use smaller rim, because,
1. Better handling (body is lowered)
2. Cheaper tyre
3. Better fuel efficiency (lighter rim)
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If change smaller rim but off road tyre, body still look lowered?
Do u recommend down to 16 or 17?
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post Mar 4 2019, 07:38 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 4 2019, 06:54 PM)
There are
HT - highway use
AT - all terrain
MT - mud terrain

If you 80% in city, you can use HT, more stable and better fuel efficiency
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Thanks bro for the explanation. I think I do 50 city 50 highway. Still HT is better for me?
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post Mar 4 2019, 07:40 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 4 2019, 06:57 PM)
Ford ranger should not add body kit bcoz the body is already wide, it will be strange. Fit garang look, consider changing the bumper, add bonnet guard, and use raptor grill.
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Ya I mean those things actually. Fender arch, grill, bonnet scoop etc biggrin.gif
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post Mar 6 2019, 06:59 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 06:41 AM)
17 looks good, 16 is too small, 18 looks very good but not so practical,
Btw I use hilux with 18 inch, quite bumpy
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Bigger rim get more bumpy?
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post Mar 6 2019, 07:06 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 06:45 AM)
For the wheel arch, get the thin ones, FoRa is the widest pick up, unless you use ultra wide wheels, the wheel arch will look strange.

The false bonnet scoop, if you really need it, get the best ones, my friend's got melted

I recommend wind shield guard, that is cool.

I almost bought FoRa, just that I prefer the old model
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I prefer the big one.haha.....
Wow melted.... will take the carbon one then.
U mean this one? Windshield guard?

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post Mar 6 2019, 07:07 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 06:47 AM)
Go for AT, but will be a bit noisy, HT is good of you 60/40 on highway
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Ok noted bro. Will go for AT. Thanks for advise smile.gif
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post Mar 6 2019, 10:59 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 07:10 AM)
Yes, because they use thinner tyre
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Oh I see. You r right
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:00 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 07:11 AM)
It's the long bar that is installed on the bonnet
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Hmm... Ok. Will try Google it. Thanks bro
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:08 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 06:47 AM)
Go for AT, but will be a bit noisy, HT is good of you 60/40 on highway
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Bro, can yu recommend any tire brands for me? Prefer nice n cheap. Hehe ...
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:24 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:18 AM)
Very subjective bro, I felt that the best for value and performance outs Bridgestone, yokohama, check out the dueller and geolander series

Michelin, Pirelli is too expensive for 4x4, not value for money
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Thanks for recommendation bro. Will definitely check it out. Btw, which accessories shop and tire shop u r usually going?
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:25 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:21 AM)
Sorry, it's bonnet guard

https://www.roughtrax4x4.com/genuine-toyota...or-2016-on.html

Small stones if hit the guard, will bounce off over the car, protecting the wind shield and bonnet
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Oh this one. I was wondering it only functioned as better aerodynamics. Didn't know it has other function. Haha ....
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:42 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:37 AM)
Actually for visual cosmetics, I rcmd these

a. Roll bar - go for Hamer knight series or Premium plus,
b  light - add the black colour bracket
c. Bonnet guard, use black or silver or carbon
d. Fender - only if you find a thin one
e. Fake bonnet scoop - only if can get high quality ones

Accessories, go to Prosound in Cheras, pretty reasonable price

Tyre, any shop will do

That was my initial plan when I planned to get FoRa
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Thanks bro. Will try search those things. I might need a roller shutter also. Damn expensive
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post Mar 6 2019, 11:43 AM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:39 AM)
Yah, if you drive in highway, it's a life saver
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Noted.not in my list previously but Will definitely get one now. Thanks bro smile.gif
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post Mar 6 2019, 12:03 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:45 AM)
Roller shutter price always the same, but the difference is the installer,

The cheaper model is more robust

The expensive one is more quiet especially when go through road bump but less robust

Choose wisely
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Range is btw 2800~3300 on mudah. Not diff much
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post Mar 6 2019, 12:04 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 11:50 AM)
Btw fire the grill, I rcmd spray it mat black, or metallic grey, it's cheaper than buying a raptor style grill
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Wow good idea. Will consider it thanks:)
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post Mar 6 2019, 01:15 PM

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QUOTE(Duperaider @ Mar 6 2019, 12:08 PM)
That one don't have installation, better check it out
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Ya. Not including installation. Only selling price
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