Why are the bolts on the Classic Lock wheel different?
Each Classic Lock wheels have 22 bolts. Fourteen of the bolts have the M/T stamped on the heads and the other eight are plain. The bolts with the M/T stamp are cosmetic and are fastened to the ring itself. The other eight plain bolts are used to bolt the ring on the wheel. By identifying the plain bolts, helps to quicken the removal process.
What are Mickey Thompson wheels load rated at?
Most Mickey Thompson wheels are rated between 2,000 to 3,600 pounds each. Please consult the Mickey Thompson spec sheet for specifics on your application.
What size wheels fit on a specific sized tire?
There are so many tire and wheel sizes that you should consult your tire manufacturer for their suggested rim width. Note: Mickey Thompson has listed rim widths for all our tires in our current product sheets
Will Mickey Thompson 16 wheels work on a vehicle that originally came with 16.5 wheels?
Yes, in most cases. Fit checking is recommended before mounting tires on wheels. You may have to watch for tie rod end, upper or lower control arms, and brake caliper clearance.
How do I measure the width of a wheel?
Measure the distance from the inside of one bead to the inside of the other bead. Note: You can consult Mickey Thompson Tech Dept. for more information.
What is wheel backspace?
Backspace is the distance from the back edge of the rim to the mounting surface on the hub.
What is wheel offset?
Offset is the distance from the wheel centerline to the mounting surface. Positive offset is when the mounting surface is outside the centerline. Negative offset is when the mounting surface is inside the centerline.
Can I order a custom backspace and bolt circle on a Mickey Thompson wheel?
No. Due to the multiple dies, expense and precise nature of our forging process, custom wheels cannot be ordered.
What type of lug nuts should be used with Mickey Thompson wheels? What (ft. lbs.) do I torque my Mickey Thompson wheels to?
Top quality lug nuts with a 60 deg. conical bulge seat area should be used. (Gorilla and McGard are two popular name brands.) Once you have selected your lug nut of choice, we suggest that you torque them to the factory recommendation (OE). Consult your owner's manual for proper torque. Mickey Thompson also requires you to re-torque M/T wheels after 100 miles.
What is the best way to clean and maintain the polished finish on Mickey Thompson wheels?
Follow the directions on any wheel cleaner and polish approved for non-coated wheels. Always wipe the wheels off; never allow the wheels to air dry. This can cause spotting.
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