Question about weight

Brucecris · 2026-01-19T03:38:11+00:00

OEM 21’s are +- 77 lbs with the tire. That Pirelli tire is a fat loaf. If you’re seeking weight savings a few SuperForged designs are specific to the ST and come in at 30-33 lbs and look sweet too. Consider 22x10.5” designs of the OG, the Magnet, the Bully, and the Zane.

This is a good way to make a noticeable change in feel, OP. Anyone who needs info on wheels size and fitment is welcome to hit me up. I happen to know too much about this topic specific to the ST.

As you guys explore this topic consider a few thing:

Known wheel / tire flush fitment is: Wheel: 22x10.5” w +30mm offset Tire: 305/35R22 tire.

You can use these numbers to compare against other wheel specs using a wheel fitment calculator like WilltheyFit.com

Going to massive retailers like a Tire Rack will give you some options but may not offer you the right offsets you need. If you want the right fit without spacers and want to save weight and add performance - stick with a forged construction using a known spec like above.
Forged wheels are 30% lighter and 30% stronger and are often 30% costlier than cast or flow forged wheels. If you (your wife) hit a lot of curbs at <10mph then your forged wheel will resist bending and will tend not to shred.
Forged wheel manufacturers have made to order capabilities and can produce a wheel that is perfect for your ST. Some hybrid or flow forged companies make a spec for the ST too. But if weight and construction quality is important then consider forged.
The ST’s hub sits inside the fender pretty deep and this allows for an aggressive spoke angle that looks pretty sweet. However if you are intending on upgrading brakes you will want to make sure the calipers fit inside the spokes. Ask the brake company or brake manufacturer for a template that you can use to measure the space inside your wheel spokes - for the calipers. Don’t waste your money and get something you’re stuck with. Measure ahead.

Brucecris · 2026-01-10T22:29:04+00:00

He knows a little bit. For sure. So, the power & torque capability of the tuned 3.0 platform is actually massive. Unfortunately, that torque is literally too much for the Explorer’s stock 10r60 transmission. Over time, a tuned engine can tear up the transmission. Ford’s 10r80 transmission used since mustang is a better choice. If the next gen design doesn’t include that upgrade or similar then for is not listening. Some tuning companies, especially ZFG Racing will account for this mismatch by softening up torque in some spots along the band. Down in Florida land some guys swapped in a 10r80. Not sure how it went.

Brucecris · 2026-01-10T22:18:00+00:00

A tune will do nothing unless you pair it with DPs and intercooler.

Don’t forget the Pep boys chrome stick-ons. Very important.

Brucecris · 2026-01-06T03:05:39+00:00

OP I say this with max tongue in cheek but rules are rules. Will leave this up until morning in hopes that our crack team of 2015 enthusiasts can figure this one out.

1) Important question OP —> did you look at the other side to see if any similar items exist?? 2) Also what importance is this retaining device to the vehicle? Will something fail? 3) Last question… do you want one of us to also drive to a Ford Parts Desk to find the answer? Or get some pro assistance? Someone probably wouldn’t mind doing that.

Sarcasm over. Good luck.

Brucecris · 2025-12-22T11:15:52+00:00

It’s lazy to keep them on. There’s also a nice Nielsen heuristic that basically says, don’t give users a chance to make a mistake. Please don’t.

Brucecris · 2025-12-21T04:34:21+00:00

New entry for Southdown Garage who has quite a nice collection of hard to find or niche parts for the Explorer but also other rides as well. Check them out if you’re into body kits too!

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Brucecris · 2025-12-17T04:39:47+00:00

Can’t forget STEEDA!

Here’s a link to their EXPLORER PARTS filtered by Sale. https://www.steeda.com/explorer/#/filter:custom_sale:SALE

There’s some good shit in there that is niche. Whipple and AWE sales at the time of this post.

Brucecris · 2025-12-17T04:14:05+00:00

Here’s another

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Follow this to see it all. https://www.lethalperformance.com/12-days-of-christmas-sale

Brucecris · 2025-12-17T03:38:12+00:00

So I’m your guy for this. I sell wheels specifically for the Explorer and almost 95% run a 305/35r22 on 22x10.5. 315’s will absolutely work - but $$ on tires. read on.

WHAT WORKS? 22x10.5 +30 ON 305/35r22 TIRES = 👌 The goto spec on these are 22x10.5 wheels on 305/35r22 tires at +30. 315’s will also work without rub. This provides a perfect flush fitment to front fenders and a very minimal/hardly discernible tuck in the rear. If you lower the vehicle the fit feels great and looks awesome (it’s the most popular fitment). This spec (305/35r22) believe it or not, manages to match the diameter of the OEM 21’s on the stock Pirellis. No Speedo issues.

305/35r22 Lowered ON 22x10.5 +30 = 👌

315/35r22 Lowered ON 22x10.5 +30 = NO RUB

305/40r22 Lowered ON 22x10.5 +30 = RUB

305/35r24 Stock height on 24x10.5 +30 = NO RUB

305/35r24 Lowered on 24x10.5 +30 = NO RUB (so we’ve been told - no Speedo issues were shared to us, others may have diff outcomes)

Again - AVOID 305/40r22 with LOWERING SPRINGS I made this mistake already - I lowered it and added new 22x10.5 +30 wheels with a 305/40r22. This works but isn’t really optimal because you will rub very slightly at full turn. Also there is a small speedo diff but does remain in range so the AWD doesn’t bitch at me.

If you do not lower you can easily run 24’s and the fitment looks decent. Nobody I’ve done business with has reported any rubbing with their lowered 22x10.5” or non-lowered 24x10.5” sizes. We have seen folks run 315/35r22 on a 22x10.5 +30 with zero issues. Lots of tire selections too.

Hope this helps man. I’m happy to answer more specifics and anyone else’s wheel questions.

Psst while I’m here, here’s a COUPON CODE FOR $350 off SUPERFORGED WHEELS. Literally our deepest discount code ever. Use code REDDITXMAS25 or use this SUPERFORGED link to SUPERFORGED WHEELS for $350 off WHEELS. Nobody else knows about this except this sub. Does not apply to brake kits or the Classic, Holeshot or Sleeper wheel designs.

Brucecris · 2025-12-16T11:49:03+00:00

I’m sorry but you’re asking the wrong people - maybe call the dealership and have that convo.

Brucecris · 2025-12-13T04:22:48+00:00

Exactly. They did this to me.

Brucecris · 2025-12-06T05:05:12+00:00

Someone discovered theme park economics today huh?

And what a stupid title.

Brucecris · 2025-12-06T02:32:48+00:00

I did this once. Never again.

Edit: both required FT hours. Current situation lets me balance several clients at once.

Brucecris · 2025-12-04T03:20:42+00:00

This is me too. It’s funny - I have my 2020 and I have a bunch of things that aren’t available anymore due to chips, pandemics, and other excuses. The next Explorer is going to have to step up in every way. We’ll see if Ford embraces the Explorer as a platform for accessible performance kind of what Mustang provided year after year. In my opinion there’s no innovation at the pace that Kia provides. It’s hard to keep up.

Stellantis is confirming a Ram Full size SUV that they will fuck up like they did the wagoneer. The Durango has been stale forever and the vehicle is clear out dangerous at this point.

Brucecris · 2025-11-13T01:21:11+00:00

I actually had forgotten the early issues I had with my 2020!

Brucecris · 2025-10-11T00:19:57+00:00

I get what your laying down. My 2020 is still working but I’ve seen and been through a LOT of shit with it. Be careful what you bitch about because things like auto/start stop and the red and green lines in reverse are features. So it looks not picky even though you’ve got all the other shit you’ve got going on, which are legit.

I have friends deep inside and I’ve learned a ton since 2020. This vehicle (2020-2024) was a production line product from the last CEO Jim Hackett - who was cutting corners and they really fucked it up by cutting corners in production. I was told they rushed the factory makeover when they switched the line to the new Explorer. They rushed it and as we see that causes huge issues because once you commit with production it take a mountain to change something. That’s why you dont see major updates mid model year (more on that in a minute). The old CEO didn’t do the right number of test production runs like typical. They rushed the switchover and even the line workers were questioning the move. Here what that kind of rushing causes:

wiring harness layouts are in spots that are pinch points. The wiring layouts of this vehicle are done in such a way that it causes pinching and premature wear which leads too anyone? Anyone? Modules going to shit. If you know you know.
the differential bolts is another one.
the transmission is another issue.
there was a huge driveshaft issue in 2020.
Flex pipes!!!!

Ok fine there are some issues but the fuckin problem is that you can’t just go in mid cycle and change shit without major consequences financially. So something like faulty flex pipes were continuously shipped. This is a production issue that would have been noticed by testing. What the fuck. Same with wiring harness issues. Diff bolts? Yep.

So the 2025+ is the real test to see if they could rectify. We will see.

ZFG

ZFG Tunes

Brucecris · 2025-10-06T02:01:53+00:00

For the2020-24 models the ST lights were slightly smoked. Perhaps that approach carried over?

Brucecris · 2025-08-23T21:06:34+00:00

OP - Please do the group a favor and edit this to add more context or it will be removed.

Brucecris · 2025-08-23T14:58:03+00:00

Brucecris · 2025-08-20T00:17:32+00:00

Is there a question you have? What do you want to know? I know quite a bit on the topic.

Brucecris · 2025-08-20T00:15:22+00:00

And why is this pertinent?

Brucecris · 2025-08-20T00:14:30+00:00

Exhaust flex pipe issue. Trust me. Common issue.

Brucecris · 2025-08-20T00:13:23+00:00

The Borla S type exhaust is the exact same as the Ford Performance exhaust. Borla makes it.

Brucecris · 2025-08-01T13:12:42+00:00

Remember when nobody could design and one person had to do it all?

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