You don't think much about truck wheels until you're at a stoplight and glance over at the truck next to yours. That truck has sparkling custom wheels that gleam and practically require sunglasses to look at them. The truck looks like a million dollars, and puts yours to shame. You drive away quickly because your truck has the same ordinary wheels it had when it rolled off the factory floor - except now your wheels are older and worn.

Maybe it's time to upgrade your truck with some custom truck wheels. The first step you want to take is to consult your owner's manual and see what kind of wheels will work with what you own. Different trucks have different numbers of lugs, different spacing between the lugs, and different lug diameters. There are also clearance considerations to take into account. You won't have much luck putting 42 inch rims on a ¼ ton pickup, unless you opt for a lift kit to go along with them.

There are two general styles of wheel composition that you will want to consider - steel and alloy. Steel wheels are heavy, reliable, and built to last. They also polish well for an eye catching shine that will really turn heads. Since steel is a harder material than alloy, the designs for steel wheels won't be as ornamental as you see with alloy. This is because harder metals are more difficult to work into intricate designs.

Alloy wheels are lighter than steel and so you will save a little in gas money when you upgrade your ride. Also, alloy wheels have the benefit of better heat dispersion and so will save wear on your brakes. As mentioned with steel, alloy wheels will be a candidate for more extreme design possibilities. Another thing to consider, rust isn't an issue with alloy wheels.

These rims are no longer considered a novelty. They are now standard on most cars including family sedans and sports cars. They are made from an alloy consisting of aluminium and nickel. This alloy is much lighter than steel and this gives the automobile using alloy rims much better performance. The steering is improved while the vehicle has better contact with the road. You get better control over the car and better acceleration at the same time. The driving experience is enhanced in every respect.

Another great advantage of alloy wheels is that they can be cast into numerous different designs. You can select from a huge variety of gorgeous models to add a unique touch to your automobile. You can pick from different finishes as well. You can go for polished, painted, chromed or machined rims.