bhgl
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- Location
- Northern Ontario, Canada
- Vehicle Year
- 2003
- Make / Model
- Mazda B3000
- Engine Type
- 3.0 V6
- Transmission
- Automatic
- 2WD / 4WD
- 2WD
Howdy folks!
In my everlasting quest to make my little truck as efficient as possible by any means necessary, I’m now on a quest to find an affordable, but lightweight wheel and tire combo. I know this is probably a question best asked to folks on ecomodder forums, but I like this forum more!
For reference, I’m looking to remain near the stock 27.4 inch tire diameter, but reduce the tire width itself, trying to guarantee as much sidewall as possible for ride comfort and a lighter weight. I’m also Canadian, so TireRack is basically off the table for me as the shipping, exchange, and duties will cost more than the tires themselves.
Wheels:
I did just buy these 16x7 Mazda OEM trispoke aluminum alloy wheels, with center caps! They were a good deal, but obviously not the lightest weight, and not the best size for an eco-focused mindset.
I am partial to working with them strictly because I already have them, and they’ve got the Mazda drip, but if others can recommend 15x6-7 wheels that are lightweight and affordable I may consider them as well.
I also have a pending order for these aluminum Rally 55 style wheels for a very reasonable 93$ CAD a pop: https://www.partsengine.ca/55-5604-vp-vision-wheels-464.aspx
The order is on hold at the moment because they’re on back order, and the customer support is incredibly slow to get back to me. They are lighter weight than steelies, and most likely lighter than the Mazda tri-spokes, but I’m considering canceling it all together given that I have those Mazda wheels.
The ideal wheel would be a custom ordered, carbon fiber 15x5.5 wheel, but unfortunately I don’t have several thousands of dollars and brain damage. So any recommendations for the lightest weight wheels per dollar would be greatly appreciated.
Tires:
As for tires, this is where we’re kind of up shit creek in terms of available selection, ideal tires like Michelin Energy Savers don’t come in sizes that’ll work for the truck. We’re looking for summer/all season tires strictly, with low rolling resistance.
I’m looking for recommendations that focus on economy, but don’t totally discount ride quality and handling. Economics however is the main focus.
I did find some tires that will work for my needs so you have any experience with them please let me know!
Hankook Kinergy ST/PT
Toyo Extensa A/S II
The ideal sizes in order are:
16 inch:
205/70r16
215/65r16
225/65r16
15 inch:
205/75/r15
215/75r15
225/70r15
Any and all help is appreciated!
In my everlasting quest to make my little truck as efficient as possible by any means necessary, I’m now on a quest to find an affordable, but lightweight wheel and tire combo. I know this is probably a question best asked to folks on ecomodder forums, but I like this forum more!
For reference, I’m looking to remain near the stock 27.4 inch tire diameter, but reduce the tire width itself, trying to guarantee as much sidewall as possible for ride comfort and a lighter weight. I’m also Canadian, so TireRack is basically off the table for me as the shipping, exchange, and duties will cost more than the tires themselves.
Wheels:
I did just buy these 16x7 Mazda OEM trispoke aluminum alloy wheels, with center caps! They were a good deal, but obviously not the lightest weight, and not the best size for an eco-focused mindset.
I am partial to working with them strictly because I already have them, and they’ve got the Mazda drip, but if others can recommend 15x6-7 wheels that are lightweight and affordable I may consider them as well.
I also have a pending order for these aluminum Rally 55 style wheels for a very reasonable 93$ CAD a pop: https://www.partsengine.ca/55-5604-vp-vision-wheels-464.aspx
The order is on hold at the moment because they’re on back order, and the customer support is incredibly slow to get back to me. They are lighter weight than steelies, and most likely lighter than the Mazda tri-spokes, but I’m considering canceling it all together given that I have those Mazda wheels.
The ideal wheel would be a custom ordered, carbon fiber 15x5.5 wheel, but unfortunately I don’t have several thousands of dollars and brain damage. So any recommendations for the lightest weight wheels per dollar would be greatly appreciated.
Tires:
As for tires, this is where we’re kind of up shit creek in terms of available selection, ideal tires like Michelin Energy Savers don’t come in sizes that’ll work for the truck. We’re looking for summer/all season tires strictly, with low rolling resistance.
I’m looking for recommendations that focus on economy, but don’t totally discount ride quality and handling. Economics however is the main focus.
I did find some tires that will work for my needs so you have any experience with them please let me know!
Hankook Kinergy ST/PT
Toyo Extensa A/S II
The ideal sizes in order are:
16 inch:
205/70r16
215/65r16
225/65r16
15 inch:
205/75/r15
215/75r15
225/70r15
Any and all help is appreciated!