Wheels: KMC XD Rockstar 20×10
Breaking the PARADIGM!
Like it or not, the Jeep has 20s. We’ve sold hundreds of lifts and drove numerous lifted vehicles. You might think we are wrong for doing this, but we aren’t. There are many benefits to running 20 inch wheels on and off road.
Here are the on-road benefits:
- Less deflection of the tire when turning the wheel
- Less dangerous if a tire blows out at higher speeds
- Weighs less for better performance
Here are the off-road benefits:
- Less sidewall to roll on and be damaged
- Weighs less for better performance
Many people think that the wheels are more vulnerable to damage. They might be slightly more vulnerable, but we still have over 8 inches of sidewall all the way around, which is better than the stock tires and wheels. In addition, we went with an aluminum wheel so it can be repaired and the wheel is designed for off-road, so it has recessed valve stems that keep them protected.
About the wheels: These are 20×10, 4.5″ backspacing and dual drilled with both 5×5 and 5×4.5 lug patterns. From what I understand this is a new lug pattern for this wheel and we might have got the first set for a JK in the country. The size is perfect for running the 37×13.50×20 tires we have.
February 14th, 2007 at 1:28 am
i love the kmc rockstar rims and a guy in my development actually has a set of black rockstar 18s on his wrangler,i drive past it everyday…purposely i love it..i’ve been looking all over the internet to get a set for myself.i purchased a 2007 rubicon 2 door about 2 mnths ago and i’m trying to hook it up but the aftermarket items available for 07 wranglers is still a bit limited.i can across your site and feel in love with your build up of your 07 wrangler,keep up with the awesome upgrades.i sent an email to the tire website where aquired your rims from but haven’t recieved a response yet.i love the 20s that you have on your wrangler but i don’t know if 20s would look as good on my 2 door,so i think i’m gonna rock the 18s….that is if i can ever get a set.i just ordered a fab fours front winch bumper and rear tire carrier and bumper.in a week or so i’m ordering a 3 or 4 inch lift,haven’t decides which one yet…decisions,decisions.anyway,i just wanted to show some props and some love.i look forward to seeing what your next upgrade is.
March 6th, 2007 at 11:02 pm
where can i find these rims with this bolt pattern?????!?!?
January 26th, 2008 at 1:07 am
I can’t find the Rockstar rims with the 5 x 4.5 bolt pattern. i’ve been looking for ways to get the Rockstar for a ‘97 Jeep Wrangler TJ. Who is selling ‘em? thanks!
January 27th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
Try Hickmans tires 417.863.9520
February 28th, 2008 at 6:30 pm
Can you buy the 18×9 but will it fit the 5×5? Or do you have to drill holes?
May 4th, 2008 at 10:53 pm
Hey guy’s, love the 20×10, but can only seem to find the 20×8.5 with the 5×5 bolt pattern….could you point me to the exact place you purchased your 20×10 and 5×5 bolt pattern, I don’t care if they are double drilled, just want 20×10 and 5×5…..thanks guys, truck looks great!