AMCJeepMJ Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 WTF am I thinking? I have these sitting around in the garage: XJ Wagoneer wheels (bad finish): These damn things painted black: XJ Sport wheels painted black (and currently on): XJ 10 hole studded wheels (bad finish, winter wheels): and these 15" Ranger wheels (with no centercaps): So, which do I keep, and which do I turn in to the recycle place for $15 a wheel? other info: -I need to keep 2 sets, and I like the 10 hole studded wheels. -All sets are either painted or have bad finishes except the Ranger wheels which are perfect but missing centercaps... and they're still Ranger wheels. -Wagoneer wheels aren't very common, but they're not the prettiest on the planet. -5 spoke wheels are too common and boooooring -10 hole no stud Sport wheels have a good recent paint job. Engage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Sam Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 These are kinda rare, but aren't that good looking IMO, and are kinda narrow. These can look good when cleaned up and painted nice. I don't care much for these: Ditch the ranger wheels, the inner hubcentric hole is slightly too small for the XJ/MJ. Also, check out the Jeep wheels guide for your future wheel reference: http://colorado4wheel.com/images/jeepwh ... index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boots Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Use one of each :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody4359 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 recycle them all and get a different set, or steel wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 recycle them all and get a different set, or steel wheels :agree: the ones with the studs (rivet-lookin' things) are the only ones that have any value at all (but not much) imho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMCJeepMJ Posted July 1, 2011 Author Share Posted July 1, 2011 What atvantage would steelies have over alloy wheels, or vice-versa for a 2wd truck that does primarily highway miles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody4359 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 their cheap. a bit heavier tho. i got my soft 8's for $45 a wheel new. my next set of wheels is definatley going to be a lighter set just in an attempt to help performance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jons87mj Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 i like the wagoneer wheels :yes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatslug87 Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 The 10 hole with rivets around the perimeter were found on ELIMINATOR packages only. I would keep those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJCrusader Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 My first choice would be the wheels with "Jeep" on them...just repaint them (and paint "Jeep" in a different color so it stands out) Choice number two is the Rangers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMCJeepMJ Posted July 2, 2011 Author Share Posted July 2, 2011 Choice number two is the Rangers. Took a closer look at the Rangers last night and they are only 6" wide, just like the Wagoneer wheels. The other 3 sets are 7" wide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMCJeepMJ Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 So here's the final verdict. Since I like the look of OEM wheels, I went with: 10 hole studded wheels for winter wheels (studded tires) 5-spoke wheels with a repaint (as shown below in progress) The 3 remaining sets are going to the metal recyclers unless I find a local CL buyer for them for at least $15 a wheel or $60 a set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Bruchal Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 So here's the final verdict. Since I like the look of OEM wheels, I went with: 10 hole studded wheels for winter wheels (studded tires) 5-spoke wheels with a repaint (as shown below in progress) The 3 remaining sets are going to the metal recyclers unless I find a local CL buyer for them for at least $15 a wheel or $60 a set. I have the same set, they came off my first MJ. They don't have wheels on them now, and IDK what to do with them.... Where would I recycle them??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incommando Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Sell them to your local scrap yard to be melted down if you need to recycle them.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMCJeepMJ Posted July 19, 2011 Author Share Posted July 19, 2011 I turned mine in to the local steel recyclers. They were offering $0.70/pound for aluminum [$0.06/pound for steel or $120/ton], and turned in 3 full sets of wheels which came to about 210 pounds... or $147. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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