NEW 19.5 wheels!! What a RAM 3500 should come with from the factory! Only way to go if you tow!

[@kayjay8889]

Hey Mr. I am an Operator, you're truly amazing! I just wanted to let you know how much I value your channel. Among all the channels I've explored, yours is the only one I follow, and that's because you respond to every single comment. Your dedication is inspiring! Keep up the fantastic work - I absolutely love your channel!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Wow dang beyond appreciate the kind words! I really try to do me best! Happy you like the channel! Hopefully get back to making these videos!

[@drumskas]

Thanks for the data I didn't know you couldn't put two aluminum wheels together, great fact. Thank you

[@IManOPERATOR]

You know it! Always trying to share good information out there the best I can from other pros I talk with

[@raptordan6851]

Makes sense for what your doing, I have a 22 ram 3500 dually. I went with oversized toyo at3 because it’s a welding rig, I don’t do a lot of miles and it’s a shit ton of off road

[@IManOPERATOR]

Hell ya never nice, ya you don’t want 19.5s for off road you’ll definitely hate yourself,

[@drumskas]

Your story is my story. I really appreciate you for posting this. I needed some sort of confirmation

[@IManOPERATOR]

Hell ya man!

[@user-bx4vd5ho9p]

I have a 22 Ram 5500 diesel with the 19.5 it came stock with the hankook ah35 and dh35 they are great in snow and slush I only have 20k on the tires but are still doing good with heavy towing

[@IManOPERATOR]

Sweet. Honestly surprising stock tires have some capabilities lol

[@spencerchynoweth4970]

Just ordered 19.5 wheels for 2017 ram 3500. They offered TPMS kit. We will see how it all goes. Cost was around 2,500 delivered. Has 4 aluminum and 2 steel wheels. They are sending lug nuts and Alcoa center caps too.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Solid!

[@lrizo3841]

Badass bro.. wheels look good! Please keep making updates on these wheels because I am definitely interested in purchasing these for my truck.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! I most definitely will! I’ll talk about them here and there in some upcoming videos for sure 💪🏼

[@islandcobfog7821]

Nice rig! Those wheels really set it off.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you!! It definitely classed it up a bit

[@jonalvarez4790]

My 22 ram 3500 just went over 94,000 miles on this trip from AL to CA. It gets used for hotshot. I was grossing right around 35k# on this trip and it held up pretty good. I’ve pretty much worn out my second set of tires on it and I appreciate the info you gave. I got northstar wheels and Toyo tires for it tonight. I’m going drives all the way around because these toyos are rated to be put in any position.. most DOT officers don’t even notice stuff like drive or steer tires on a pickup. I’ve had 6 lvl 1 inspections this year with no issues… they were all worth every minute of time too! My insurance went down $1k a month because of it!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Very nice! Happy you saw the video. It’s a good game changer for sure happy it was helpful for you And heck ya cheaper insurance for the win. That’s definitely a good expense for you guys with MC #s

[@jonalvarez4790]

@@IManOPERATOR have you had an issue with it grabbing the road grooves? I drove mine from east tx to California and on my way back it seemed to start randomly swerving really bad. It would be fine for a long time and then just start swerving for a minute, then right back to straight with no issues. It drove perfectly out there so it really freaked me out when it started acting weird. And it seemed to do better on not so good roads after it started acting weird.. the only thing the shop could think of is that maybe I should upgrade my steering stabilizer (I’ve got a new one in the mail)

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@jonalvarez4790 the tires do track a lot on the concrete grinds or being in any ruts in the road especially when they are new. Get a bit of tire squirm in the beginning. After they’ve broke in for me they ride much better.

[@MonsterTruckingCo.]

@@jonalvarez4790wandering is normal with skinny tires. Makes it alittle worse now that the tires are drastically harder than traditional tires an don’t conform to ruts and bumps like a softer tire will somewhat do.

[@jonalvarez4790]

@@MonsterTruckingCo. that’s true. And I did notice a slight difference when I started running the steers at 75 and drives at 85psi. They’ve got over 30k miles on them now and they’re holding strong with daily towing. I really think 100-150k miles is definitely possible at this point. And I think they ride a little smoother than the factory sized Michelins I had on it before (aside from the wandering)

[@jacemusgrove3073]

Honestly I didn't notice the difference right away. Looks like it came that way. Good choice! Look great and will work for your needs nicely.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! It looks subtle and clean. I really like how it came out. Appreciate you man 👊🏼

[@tonysketch]

In my opinion they do not look stock. They look terrible in my opinion. What makes em look bad is the center cap in the front rims, looks like he couldnt afford real alcoas

[@hotwheelmanraven2289]

Play she picked a good color 3500 is what I started out with I'm up to 5500 and I absolutely love it cabbage stretched out longer on a newer ones so it doesn't ride bad at all just keep it on the 26,000 lbs and you should be good

[@IManOPERATOR]

I’m sure I’ll have a 5500 down the road definitely all around mega duty truck platform

[@paulkuzio4213]

Looking great! We will get some Northstar wheel swag headed your way!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! That would be awesome! Definitely love me some swag! Lol

[@BrandonLeech]

Yeah the lug adapters are not a good idea but nothing wrong with the 19.5 wheels built around your native lug pattern. Big bucks though replacing all 6 wheels and tires.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Exactly what I wanted to stay away from. It was a big chunk but best choice I’ve ever made

[@MonsterTruckingCo.]

You are correct, you cannot run 2 aluminum dual wheels on the stock configuration. You can run dual aluminum wheels if you lengthen your wheel studs. As they come from factory, wheels studs are too short for dual aluminums. On the cab chassis trucks from Ram, you can get a 6 aluminum wheels set, and I'm assuming they include longer studs from the factory. I'm really digging the pickup 3500, but it's such a hard choice because I really want wide track steering. looking at the Ram 4500 cab and chassis as well as the F450 before I place a new order.

[@IManOPERATOR]

You got it right on the head. Trust me I was in your same boat, honestly when I have the time or money. Buying a 5500 front axle for this truck and flare it she’ll be perfect then.

[@kouadiorotchoho8349]

It's always amazing to watch your videos.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you again!

[@edwardnelson3304]

Beautiful Truck and a great video. I agree, keep the drive train stock, more than enough performance to pull anything you want. Blessings

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it! Thank you kindly

[@denistaramasso9724]

The truck looks like money like you said cheap tires cheap wheels = trouble . Keep up the good videos love the music.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you very much! Really appreciate it!

[@AlxJrz401]

thanks for the upload, this was exacally what I was looking for. Appreciate the info!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Bad ass get it done! You won’t regret it

[@jamesgrant1713]

Premo setup bro, finally a real work ready pickup, good setup

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it!! I couldn’t be happier 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@hotwheelmanraven2289]

You can do all your own oil changes and fuel filters still I'm at 45000 forever because of the depth system you want to keep the oil clean

[@IManOPERATOR]

Oh ya after the first free maintenance everything has been done by myself.

[@thirdhandearthworks]

Funny, I'm in the exact same situation. I've got about 10k miles on the KO2's on my ram 2500 and just realized lately that the rear tires are worn to the point of needing to be replaced asap. Thanks for the info on how you handled this!

[@IManOPERATOR]

They are awesome tires just wear very quick especially with these trucks weight and power. Happy you found the video helping!

[@SouthernOutfitter]

Love the video I'm thinking about 19.5s on my ram aswell! Looks sharp

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you, do it! Best thing I’ve ever done

[@Matt-ou4md]

Well thought out and a great upgrade! Looks really sharp as well. Keep the videos coming!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! I’ll be sure to!

[@dadgarage7966]

Trading that truck in for a higher GVWR truck would have been an even better thought out upgrade.

[@5150cash]

Dam that's a good looking wheel setup. 👌 Good luck keeping them puppies polished up

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you sir! It will be a task for sure but I’ll be keeping on it like I didn’t my other set. I like to keep clean truck 🇺🇸

[@5150cash]

@@IManOPERATOR yes sir take pride in what you ride 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@IManOPERATOR]

Everyday!

[@GMCRanch]

Dude that truck looks awesome!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! Appreciate it!

[@xtimator]

No hate here brother... Much love... Love the channel great info! Rockin' Roll 🤘

[@IManOPERATOR]

Haters be entertaining lol. Appreciate the support my man 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@chrisking2811]

Hey buddy just started watching channel. Iam in the UK but l luv American trucks. Your channel is great 👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it!! Long ways from the states lol. Happy you’re enjoying! Always appreciate the support!

[@CL-rv2kr]

19.5 are a nice addition but pay attention to your front end steering components wearing out faster, the tire rim combo is a bit heavier than your 17" stock combo. That was my only negative about this combo from my personal experience.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Stayed the same size as the ram 4500-5500 tires and wheels for the front end are nearly with in 10lbs of each other. People putting 35s on their trucks do more damage then these ever will if anything. This was something i definitely looked into the before doing this. I definitely didn’t want to add any more rotational mass to the truck or unsprung weight to it. A lot of people that do this do 8 to 10 lug adapter pushing the wheel further from the bearings causing more stress and also run 265-275 tires instead of the 225 oem size to “look cool” adding the the extra mass and rolling resistance. Definitely don’t want to mess with the gear ratio of the truck and make sure I don’t stress it out anymore then I already do with the loads she Hauls. I completely understand where you’re coming from. I’ve seen the same faults happen before but it’s from everyone running oversized everything.

[@alandillon6469]

@@IManOPERATOR That's good to know info man, appreciate it 👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@alandillon6469 you know it!

[@cabbyhubby]

Ive been doing this for 20 years on my dual wheeled 1 tons.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Nice!

[@paultasker9759]

Looks real nice!! Probably more appropriate for what you tow too.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! Ya lol I can’t agree more!

[@donsherman2044]

Looks great thanks for sharing and keep positive with your ways 👍👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! Really appreciate it!

[@lennyspecv]

Looks great. We are due to replace tires on our ‘20 model. The stock nexens need to go. One of my only complaints about my truck is how the stock 17” rims/tires look undersized compared to the rest of the truck. Do you feel like the 19.5 fills the wheel well better?

[@IManOPERATOR]

The 19.5 definitely fill the wheel well better it looks proper for this truck

[@roboneil711]

218000 on the speedo on my 2014. Very little issues. One turbo actuator, brakes, tires every year. She will be with me for many more years..

[@IManOPERATOR]

Keep her Going man! Bad ass

[@willyvaldez7137]

You have a awesome ram

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@hibbasc1]

I believe the larger wheels and tires will reduce the final drive ratio and reduce the towing capacity. Look into it ... I believe this to be the case. If I am wrong please let me know ...

[@IManOPERATOR]

You’re correct, however my wheels are 19.5 however the over all tire is the same size as oem. I never increased the size cause of what I tow. I don’t want to mess with any gearing on the truck

[@brianmarghella4328]

What size tire was used​@@IManOPERATOR

[@jimantoni6705]

Love watching your videos brother! I Just bought the same truck in black! It’s a beast!! Keep making videos! 🦾

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you very much, and to the bone congratulations on that! I’ll will keep making videos I fell of the wagon a bit have a few to still make up for the past few months they’ll be rollling in

[@jimantoni6705]

@@IManOPERATOR Thank you! If you are ever in the Chicagoland area, hit me up! I’m 35 and started my demolition company a few years ago so I have a lot of respect for you! Keep up the awesome work!

[@denistaramasso9724]

Some people get everything given to them. They don't appreciate anything. But when you work hard for it like 👍 your truck and the upgrades you appreciate what you have . Some people have to much time on their hands and all they can do is complain to every one or judge every one.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Amen to that! You definitely appreciate thinks much more when you work your ass off for it. Appreciate you my man.

[@avliathomas8175]

That my beautiful truck love it looking good u did it brother keep doing what u love and let them hater hate

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it man! You do the same 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@chrisk164]

Much respect bud...get yours

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate you again my man! He’s got luck with your new rig get her looking solid

[@sxsoffroad43]

Awsome truck intro! Good stuff !!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you man!

[@kathytaramasso1099]

those rims and tires should be offered as a option on the ram build page .after all they rate there truck for the big tonnage

[@IManOPERATOR]

It would be nice! These 19.5 wear so much better and longer life over the 17” wheels and tires

[@jimt125]

Great video, 28 your killing it.impressed by weight your pulling.i run 19.5 f load tires on 2016 ford f450 utility bucket truck.tried knobby fronts ( killed them) road like hell .back to slight agressive steering tires.big difference .hell yeah brother, say hey to Sam and v-belt 👍🇺🇸

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you man! Really appreciate that. These tires have been killing it. Huge difference for sure . I definitely will. Have a good weekend 🇺🇸

[@spencerelsbury9110]

Keep up your good work

[@IManOPERATOR]

You know it! Thank man

[@denistaramasso9724]

Good maintenance long life

[@razorworks9942]

Thank you for sharing this information. I'm currently buying the new 24 Ram dually and definitely looking for this setup. I will be looking for the same wheels you have, but will be looking at different tire options. Would be great to contact you directly if you have the time. Again, thanks for sharing!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Email me or hit me up on IG I’ll be happy to square you away

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

HoooWee, that is a beautiful truck.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@paulmuntak5285]

Good day sir. Not sure if you still monitor this video, but it's great. I am looking at the exact same set up for my 2017 Ram, can you tell me if those wheels stick out past the rear fenders? I have a truck camper that I load on and can't have any more tire stick out than the stock wheels. Thanks bud.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Always trying to reply to videos! Doesn’t matter how old, These wheels have the same offset as stock. They don’t stick out past the body line on the truck at all. Technically the outside bulge of the side wall is about flush with the body

[@hotwheelmanraven2289]

It looks like you went with the Continentals I have a 5500 dump truck I run my Continentals all the way around you do not need to have stare and tires on the front of that truck

[@IManOPERATOR]

These where the bfg route controls (they sucked) 2nd set was the continental hdr+ those where absolutely awesome but the amount they went up in price it’s hard to spend that much now

[@IManOPERATOR]

I guess I meant to say recap tires on the front never a good move

[@andrewbeam3006]

Ever thought about doing a front lock out hub conversion?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thought about it but it’s not a dyer thing to do

[@giovannilevoci941]

Great information, love your videos. God bless...

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate you! Thank you very much

[@flyingscalpel7]

Such a great truck! I have a 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali with the L5P. I am super happy. But I have my gripes with it. I am going to need to test drive a ram in your spec. Never been in a Cummins!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Very nice! All trucks have their issues here and there, I couldn’t recommend this truck enough to Anyone who tows a lot it’s a game changer for sure, definitely go and test one out I’m sure you will enjoy it.

[@lyndonhamby7432]

Awesome intro. Wicked ☝️👍👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thanks man!! It was fun to make

[@lyndonhamby7432]

@@IManOPERATOR 👍👍💪🏻

[@rirebel6029]

Looks good brother !!!!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you man! 👊🏼👊🏼

[@johnweber8562]

Just curious what brand of tire did you go with? I like the idea with steer tires in front and knobby tires in the back. That was a similar setup I had on my W9 and want to do that on my 03 Ram

[@IManOPERATOR]

I had the BFgoodrich route controls, honestly didn’t like them at all, the continental HDR+ is what I’ve been using this year they are 10x better

[@jamesgrant1713]

Snow tyres are a lighter silica compound bud so naturally whear out faster . . . Love these new rims n tyre setup for towing 👌🤙

[@IManOPERATOR]

Oh ya I figured they would wear out quick I was just hoping not as quick lol. And thank you! I appreciate it!

[@bigD...]

Nice stuff and good job man

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you!

[@JosieLeigh]

Like to see the wear difference on the 19.5

[@IManOPERATOR]

Follow me on Instagram I’ll post up a photo this afternoon of the wear on the tires

[@spencerchynoweth4970]

Another question: How about TPMS?? And speedometer accuracy? Asking because I’m seriously considering going to 19.5’ on 2017 ram 3500 DRW.

[@IManOPERATOR]

You can install tpms, my luck tho they always fail so I didn’t even bother with it, but you can get oem ones installed just get them for the 5500 truck since they install differently from the 17” wheels, Speedo is the same no change since it’s the same overall size as oem with the tire and wheel package unless of course you want to get larger tires

[@nbookie]

Why can't you do dual aluminum rims? Had to go verify but we have a dozen or more Laramie long horn dually trucks with 6 aluminum Alco rims factory-installed.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Far as I know the two aluminum can start eating at each other and marble the surface. I guess depending on the year of the trucks you have but far as I know on all the newer trucks they have a steel inner from factory and they don’t have alcoas so I’m assuming Theyer aftermarket if they are true Alcoa wheels

[@meseahunt]

i think it is a good upgrade but just keep up your maint/visual insp on the front end because the components ram uses isnt always the best and is weight rated... also u might wanna think about bumping up the rear suspension since u constantly pull that much weight, its cheaper to add then be broke down....

[@IManOPERATOR]

Couldn’t agree more! I’m always checking my truck and trailer for any issues. Never feel comfortable to just hit the road and not know if something is wrong, honestly with the rear suspension she doesn’t sag much at all truck sitting just past level in the heaviest of my tows. Still airbags will be in the future when funds aren’t so tight. But not a needed thing right now at least.

[@meseahunt]

@@IManOPERATOR Timbren stops work great especially since u have no bags, even adding a leaf would be a huge difference??

[@thomasyerbey337]

Great video and information 🇺🇲

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it

[@eddyklier3995]

Nice rig. Make her work!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Hell ya man! 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@AndySanchez-ux1uj]

Nice work brother enjoy her Wondering what type of tires And rims those are looks great thank you appreciate it in advance

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it man. Not sure how I forgot to say what I bought lol They are northstar wheels with BFGoohrich route control S in the front and Route control D in the rear

[@98v6]

Why do you not put two aluminum wheels together? Sorry for the dumb question

[@IManOPERATOR]

Lol you’re good a lot of people don’t know about it, but Two together for the rear duals will completely eat them alive and a good chance to cause failure at the studs and snap a wheel off. Since two soft metals one can’t retain the other and with a larger steel face to sit on there’s no way for that issue to happen. I think that’s the best way I can explain that.

[@alandillon6469]

Hey man just came across your channel, love the wheels and tire sir, that beast is a beauty! Forget the haters man, they just mad they aren't as ambitious as you and doing as well at your age...keep truckin brother🤘🇺🇸🙏

[@IManOPERATOR]

Really appreciate it! I can also agree with that lol. I’ll keep doing whatever I’m doing right and keep trucking. Appreciate you. Have a good weekend brother

[@alandillon6469]

@@IManOPERATOR That's it man, focus on you, you're killin it. And thanks brother have a great weekend yourself 🙏

[@IManOPERATOR]

Always 🤘🏼🤘🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@chrisk164]

Nice setup

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thanks man! Appreciate that!

[@lyndonhamby7432]

Saw you on Sams video 💪🏻💪🏻👍👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

😂 I’m over there way to dam often 😂

[@lyndonhamby7432]

@@IManOPERATOR but y’all have fun 😂😂🤙

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@lyndonhamby7432 hahahahaha sure as hell 😂😂

[@devanshumway6303]

I really like the new setup. Is it possible to put the ram senter caps on the new wheels? I think it would look a little better if you could.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! You can if you want to. These wheels come with larger lug nuts though. The flange seemed to be thicker compared to the oem ones. However oem ones would still work and you could then install the oem caps back on

[@mariofelix7873]

Nice video bro 👌

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it!

[@manwithnoname734]

I'm curious if you've noticed the front ball joints wearing faster than normal with the heavier weight of the wheels/tires? I have a 2020 HO 3500 with 100k on it that I regularly tow 25k+ with and my ball joints are shot. I'm considering doing this upgrade along with HD joints, track bar, and tierod ends.

[@IManOPERATOR]

I haven’t noticed any excess of wear on anything with the truck, just passed 50k on her too, wheels and tires are with in 10 lbs if I remember right over the stock ones not much change what so ever. And they are the “stock” size to keep the gearing the same

[@manwithnoname734]

@@IManOPERATOR oh wow yeah 10 lbs isn't much, I was definitely expecting more. Since my ball joints are shot anyway I'm going to go ahead and replace them with HD ones and order some 19.5s

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@manwithnoname734 hell ya do it once do it right! You’ll have no issue there

[@mattmiller6671]

Just curious ...are they 245 70 19.5....haw many miles do you have on them now...my 2020 3500 is getting 12000 miles a set of tires...going on my 5th set and thinking changing to 19.5 with northstars

[@IManOPERATOR]

These are 225 70 19.5 OEM size to keep the gearing the same. These tires lasted me about 22k miles or so. I’m on set 3 with the 19.5s right now. Theyer lasting me about 28-32k miles a set. Pretty much sept-Oct every year I buy tires for the truck. It’s already payed for its self if you ask me.

[@mattmiller6671]

Thanks for getting back to me.. At $1600 for a set of factory 18's The 19.5 rims will pay for them selves with not having to buy tires so often...that being said the 19.5 tires do costt more but in the long run give you more miles for your buck...I'm gonna give them a shot..after your 3 sets what brand did the best for you....I was hoping to go from 13.000 on 18 inch to 40.000 on 19.5 but that might be ambitious Thanks

[@mattmiller6671]

1 more questions please...I've been doing alot of research about ride quality...let's say just truck no trailer....mixed reviews.. At first you thought it would be a terrible / rough ride....after you put the 19.5 on was the ride quality better or worse the expected....with stocks they are a bit rough....not looking for Cadillac smoth but don't want to have to wear a kidney belt either😅

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@mattmiller6671 sorry man just seeing this. If you want some good ride quality what’s on the list for me is HD shocks from Bakersfield CA Dude builds proper valves shocks for these trucks these are on the list for mine

[@woodchuckforestry293]

You still happy with them? Getting ready to pull the trigger on a set myself. Same truck.

[@IManOPERATOR]

100000% happy with them. Best choice I’ve made for this truck hands down

[@albert102785]

Ur truck looks good bro 👌

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you man!! Really appreciate it

[@rayislan9392]

Don’t forget to check the offset. If it’s not zero offset then you are likely to have higher wear and tear for bearings and arms

[@IManOPERATOR]

Offset is the nearly the exact same on these wheels. Same size offsets and oem tire size nothing here to accelerate any wear.

[@xavierautotransport1406]

Question fixing to put 19.5 but wanted to know are you able factory’s TPMS.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Yes you can install factory tpms, if you want to, I didn’t they always break so I’ve just did away with it.

[@manwithnoname734]

I also got the same B&W ball and I'm curious if yours has any play in it? Mine doesn't seem to fit real snug, it latches down properly but but wiggles back and forth a bit.

[@IManOPERATOR]

No she’s a very tight fit no play in the system at all. I’ve never had a gooseneck back rattle around on me

[@manwithnoname734]

@@IManOPERATOR I didn't actually mean the gooseneck itself, I mean where the ball slides into the OEM receiver on the truck? It riddles around a bit and makes me nervous.

[@codiebowman3490]

Great looking truck, I love that wheel/tire set up!! My ‘22 3500 is supposed to ship 4/6/22. Do you have a link to the tires by chance?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thanks man, and soon congratulations lol I don’t have a link I get my tires where ever and whoever has the best deal however they are BFgoodrich route controls Steer in the front and drives in the back. Rear drives are a snow rated just FYI. So a bit softer compound however I’m a solid 20k miles in on these tires and theyer wearing very well. I think I’ll take them another 10-15k and going to get a new set

[@meseahunt]

lucky u, mine has been on order since jan......

[@Subi_doo]

Only thing I can think of is how do they handle in the rain and snow? I’ve always been told commercial tires are harder, and that they don’t do good in snow which is why you see a lot of downed semis when the snow rolls in? How have these done for you and what tire size did you use?

[@IManOPERATOR]

So those tires where “okay” nothing special. But I swapped tires in aug, to continentals and they are doing amazing in the rain and snow. Believe it or not they do great

[@gpittman82]

Truck looks great man! 19.5 for the win. Keep hustling man and keep the content coming.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! Really appreciate that. Always!

[@RegalsTransport]

Did I miss where you said the brand of them? I need this setup

[@IManOPERATOR]

Lol you did, they are northstar wheels, running continentals on her now. BFGs lasted me about 33k

[@RegalsTransport]

@@IManOPERATOR thank you I even went back and skipped around but my A.D.D. Just couldn’t find it lol truck looks great btw

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@RegalsTransport hahaha all good my man. I appreciate it! Theyer from big truck wheels .com Be sure to put in the order you watched my video helps me out a bit lol

[@oldcroneysgarage9739]

Love the new rims and tires. I work at a tire shop. Never knew before I started the differences between the 16.5's 17.5's 18.5's and 19.5's until I actually looked at them. The "half" type rims and tires have a different bead on the rims compared to the standard size rims. However do not put a standard size tire on a "half" style rim

[@IManOPERATOR]

I’ve known growing up 16.5 where shitttttyyyy lol always blow a beads. You get into the 17.5-19.5 get the heavy duty tires and you’re set for sure. The beads are different and the mount “easier” in a way not always needing a tire machine. And I appreciate that. I’m happy I finally Got around to doing this been a long time coming

[@tedtitmus8900]

Love the look of the Classic wheel. Why did you not buy Alcoa Wheels?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! And Alcoa as far as I know doesn’t make a 19.5 with the 8x200 lug pattern

[@chrissilva5868]

Ram is killing it make ford's and gm look like garbage !!! Ram cummins that's all we buy

[@IManOPERATOR]

Couldn’t agree more. These trucks are superior! Only way to go

[@lrizo3841]

How bout an update on the wheels and tires? I'm seriously about to bite the bullet and order them but I would like to know how they've held up. Are you still on the same set of tires, and how many miles do you have on them? Any regrets? Pro's and cons

[@IManOPERATOR]

Sitting at a solid 24k miles about to re grove the rear dualls here soon Not on issue not one complaint what so ever Only issue I had that I fixed just now was a loose hub cap clicking that’s it lol A great investment hands down I recommend this to anyone and everyone who wants to tow and have a set of solid wheels and tires that will last. I guess one down fall they are not good in mud lol

[@joelsteele7341]

So did you run tmps on the 19.5s? If so have you had any issues? I have a 2020 drw I want to swap to 19.5s just like you did

[@IManOPERATOR]

I had tpms go out in my truck back to back wasn’t worth the money or time to put them in since they have always crapped out for me. No issues I just scroll past the menu when I first start up my truck and I’m good to go.

[@fredeg894]

How do you like the wheels so far ? Im in the market for some 19.5s for the same reason , weight , and american force are unavailable . But northstar are .. thinking about just getting northstars

[@IManOPERATOR]

Everyone I speak to have said North Star are better than the American force. I can’t prove it for myself but they aren’t rated the way north stars are. But I haven’t had one single issue they are solid wheels, I’m just not a fan of the hub caps that’s about it

[@fredeg894]

@@IManOPERATOR gotcha. Do they come with a OE style hub cap ? I will rather keep the “oem” look , so i agree with that .. im problably going to order north star today then f it lol .. since they are 8 lug … could the stock hubcap work 🤔

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@fredeg894 I get what you’re saying but I didn’t actually try it but I don’t think the stock will work since the lug nuts are much larger with the 19.5 wheels

[@fredeg894]

@@IManOPERATOR gotcha . Man thanks for the reply . Im going to order them wheels today .. then do some research on tires

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@fredeg894 you know it

[@Ciberbingo3]

Does your truck have TPMS? If so did the sensors work with the new wheels?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Definitely one thing I forgot to talk about. Truck does have tpms. The valve stems that came with the truck don’t accept tpms. I looked around for a few out there and everyone was a few weeks out on getting them back in stock for 110psi stems. And dealer didn’t have any either so I said screw it. But you can definitely make them work with the new wheels. If I have some extra time I’ll swap out the stems and get the tpms back on the truck. It’s never been something I care about. But also nice to have at times

[@chrisk164]

Can you link info on those..just got a 22 Cummins

[@IManOPERATOR]

Got the wheels from here buytruckwheels.com They where pretty quick on shipment also

[@GENESISR_RRANCH]

Would have never thought how are they doing after 3 months

[@IManOPERATOR]

Best thing I’ve done. Over 9k miles on them already still like brand new. Lasting and wearing much much better than all the old sets I’ve had

[@easttexasengineering3489]

One more question, please let me know how it tows and drives with the 19’s. I figure 19’s would give you less tow loads?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Haven’t towed with it just yet, I’ve driven about 40 miles so far and it’s beyond smooth. And I love that 19.5 road Howell they make. I thought it would be a rougher ride but like in the video. It’s not anywhere near as bad as I thought it would have been. What do you mean by less tow loads?

[@spencerchynoweth4970]

Nice job on your video and 19.5 tire wheel combo looks good! How long have you been running them now? How do you like them so far? We have a 3500 with loaded flatbed and considering 19.5’s I just picked up a factory tire wheel set from a 5500 Ram. I’m now looking at aluminum dually wheels for our 2017 ram 3500.

[@IManOPERATOR]

I appreciate it! Been running then as long as this video is old, had them since 13k miles I’m over 60k now. Best choice I’ve ever made. You can’t go wrong with these.

[@datricanguy2542]

I have the same truck and I was wondering, do I need a leveling kit to install 19.5?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Not at all. I don’t have any leveling kit on this truck. These tires are the stock size compared to the 17” wheels and the same size on the ram 4500/5500 trucks

[@coobreeze9]

Thanks for the video! I’m wanting to do the same thing to my Ram, but not sure what website to order from. Where did you get yours?

[@IManOPERATOR]

I guess I should of mentioned that in the video 😂 Went to buytruckwheels.com they where nearly the only sight that made buy in a set of wheels easy and all in one with no issues. Had to wait about 3 weeks to get a set from back order.

[@coobreeze9]

@@IManOPERATOR Awesome Sir. Thanks! Did you go with the 225’s or 245’s?

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@coobreeze9 anytime. Went with 225s wanted to stay stock size to keep that ratio as low as possible. 👌🏼

[@hector.aguirre]

I currently have a 2020 dually ram that already needs new tires. Could you share the brand and details of the set of tires and wheels you used on your truck? I usually tow between 23-25k pounds

[@IManOPERATOR]

Ya so I’m running HDX+ continentals, these BFGs where “okay” they lasted 33k miles the winter traction was mehhh at best. But having these continentals on since early fall. They have been amazing in snow/ice/rain and they are wearing good, Wheels are from northstar Get them from buy truck wheels Can even let them know I sent you it helps out

[@hector.aguirre]

@@IManOPERATOR thank you! I live in Texas so I will order them online. Do you have a referral code?

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@hector.aguirre just type in on the comments section. You’ll definitely appreciate the set up quite a few people been switching they love it

[@Tony-tk4ht]

what psi your running? if you dont mind

[@IManOPERATOR]

Running 95 psi all around seems to wear the best

[@nicholasjoly4816]

Anyone look into the ram 4500 19.5 to put on the 3500 with 8 to 10 lug adapters? I personally think the 4500 oem 19.5 would look good especially with the oem ram center caps on it. Any input?

[@IManOPERATOR]

I’m not an adapter fan, people have done it I’m sure. But I don’t like or trust adapters especially with what I do

[@eri_gq1741]

What kind of tiers are they and what's the rating on em?

[@IManOPERATOR]

They are BFG route controls. G rating 87 mph 14plys

[@Subi_doo]

I’m not finding 19.5 tires the same profile as the 17” factory…. Which size did you use?

[@IManOPERATOR]

225/75 19.5 are stock size tires

[@Subi_doo]

@@IManOPERATOR do you mean 225/70/19.5? I can’t find a single 225/75/19.5 tire on a google search

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@Subi_doo yes you’re correct sorry typed that wrong

[@robertjoe1576]

Nice! Is your RPM running slightly lower and getting a little better MPG with 19.5?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Rpm’s are the exact same. Tires are still oem size and weight. Better mpg I can’t say still floats around 13-15mpg same as with the 17”s

[@Itsa_Mea]

I was in the same boat a fee months ago. I ended up sticking with the 17s and Falken tires, for now. Where did you get your set and what was the final cost? I'm on the east coast and I'm sure prices vary but I'm curious. Definitely looks great with 19.5s. I will be looking forward to your 10k mile review.

[@IManOPERATOR]

I got the set from buy truck wheels.com only site I found that had what I wanted and had true proper sets ups. Wheels themselves where 2k. Tires I shopped around for a few days and out of no where found these route control BFGs on a good sale. $550 per tire then found a site that had them discounted down to about $350 per tire. Thanks man. I really like the looks too lol can’t wait to get some miles on her for sure

[@mrrod3004]

You can get them all day sets for 500 on ebay

[@mrrod3004]

Full set right now for 400$ on ebay