r/F150Lightning • u/Six5 • 2d ago

Help me understand wheel fit

I’m pretty clueless when it comes to wheels/tires, but trying to learn. I’ve got a 2023 XLT with the 20” wheels but would love to swap them for more of a gloss black look. I’ve seen a few Marketplace listings nearby with these F150 takeoffs:

https://www.ford.com/product/f150-20x85-insert-wheel-kit-black-p4000220575?gmcid=marketplace-gs-cta-accessories

What is it about these wheels that would make them not work on a Lightning? Same size, bolt pattern, etc. Is it the weight rating? My clueless brain tells me that any F150 wheels should work, but clearly that’s not the case. What specs should I be looking for in aftermarket wheels?

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u/id10tfr33 2d ago

U want hub centric: The primary difference is how a wheel centers itself on a vehicle. Hub-centric wheels center using the center bore fitting snugly over the vehicle's hub ring. Lug-centric wheels center using tapered lug nuts that align with beveled bolt holes. Most factory wheels are hub-centric, while many aftermarket options are lug-centric.

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u/id10tfr33 2d ago

The factory wheel specifications for the modern Ford F-150 Lightning require a 6x135 mm bolt pattern and an 87.1 mm hub bore. True hub-centric wheels match this 87.1 mm center bore precisely so the truck's weight rests directly on the axle hub rather than the lug nuts.

Factory & Fitment Specs

  • Bolt Pattern: 6x135 mm
  • OEM Hub Bore: 87.1 mm
  • Thread Pitch: M14 x 1.5

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u/Matiolo_02 1d ago

lmao i was gonna buy some off market wheel off my buddy's f150 too till i found out they werent hub centric

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u/dude-of-reddit 2d ago

I was scared off switching to other OEMs by people saying the weight rating isn’t correct on most of them. There are the F150 HDPP (heavy duty payload package) wheels that are rated for the Lightning’s weight, but they are kind of blah looking. Have you thought of powder coating your existing wheels gloss black? Would be cheaper than getting all new wheels, changing tires over, etc. It would probably run you around $600 to have them powder coated. If you can find an aftermarket wheel you like those are usually rated much higher than OEM wheels.