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How much of a difference is there in the weight between the 16" stock steelies and the 17" alloys?
Would be interested in finding a good set of 16" alloys--Jeep or aftermarket--that would fit the Riot...
 
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I have no idea how much the alloys weigh, but I changed tires 9 times on the jeep this last week (rotated tires with one jack, mounting the spare as a place holder, then rotated another side again, etc etc) and I've gotta say, the tire/alloy wheel combo is surprisingly light for its size. I'm also curious as to how much the alloys weigh
 
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Just the fact they are aluminum vs steel make them lighter...but is it enough of a difference in fuel savings...better mpg's?? Inquiring minds want to know...
 
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Wow...half the weight of steelies? About a 50 # difference....take it where you find it, I s'pose...I would imagine that's par for the course with other alloys...makes my decision easier...
 
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Steels are 26.4 lbs according to someone who was selling them on ebay awhile back. The alloys are light but I doubt they are much lighter, if at all. I am will to bet the 17s are about 20 lbs.
 
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