I've been lurking on this thread for a while, and I just don't get it. Not in a bad way, but why swap awesome looking HMMWV rims?
Now one of the things I believe in is that everyone should customize the way they see fit, so this is not me saying not to do it. It is just that one of the things I LOVE about the my HMMWV are the stock rims. I like the look as well as the easy serviceability if they get damaged.
All the wheel and tire options on this thread look great, but I think with many of them it is because they are being manufactured to look like stock rims.
If I was drag racing or going on weekly 2K trips, I might understand weight and fuel issues.
I'm not a purist or anything, but wouldn't $2-3K buy and install a turbocharged engine or a 4 speed tranny or buy at least 2 and a half X-doors?
I really like everyone's vehicles here, and I'm not trying to be difficult, but do the new rims really make these vehicles drive any better or faster or significantly affect mileage?
Is control and handling really improved by a wow factor? (Serious question - I really am interested in the opinions of members who swapped rims).
Am I wrong, and am I turning into a purist or something?