2017-2022 Ford Super Duty - Build Guide

Bolt patterns, fitment, what looks good, what to watch out for. The complete guide for the 2017-2022 Ford Super Duty.

Bolt Pattern: 8x170mm (SRW), 8x200mm (DRW)

Stock Offset: 0 to +20

Stock Tire: LT245/75R17 up to LT275/65R20

Most Popular Build: 4" leveling + 22s + 35s

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KNOWN FOR:

First Super Duty with aluminum body and the new 8x170mm bolt pattern. The 7.3L Godzilla gas V8 launched in 2020 as the gas alternative to the Power Stroke.

Strengths

  • 6.7L Power Stroke Gen 2 fixed Gen 1 reliability issues
  • 7.3L Godzilla V8 (2020+) is a strong gas alternative
  • 10-speed transmission improved towing manners
  • Aluminum body resists rust
  • Strong aftermarket support

Watch Out For

  • CP4 fuel pump issues continue on diesel
  • Some early aluminum body issues - mostly fixed
  • 8x170 bolt pattern means older HD wheels won't fit
  • DEF system maintenance complexity
  • Pre-2020 gas option was the weak 6.2L V8

Build Categories

Pick the direction you want to take this truck. Each section has wheel styles, colors, and specs that work for that build.

Daily+

Better than stock, daily-able, OEM+ aesthetic

For owners who want their truck to look noticeably upgraded without sacrificing ride quality, gas mileage, or daily usability. Stock-height suspension with cleaner aftermarket wheels and slightly more aggressive tires. The most common build in Texas because most owners drive their truck every day.

  • Wheel sizing: 18-20" diameter, +18 to +44 offset
  • Tire pairing: 33" effective (e.g. 285/65R18 or 285/55R20)
  • Suspension: Stock height OR mild leveling spacer

Wheel styles that work

Clean 5 to 7-spoke designs that mimic OEM aesthetic but with sharper edges and modern finishes. Avoid super-aggressive concave or beadlock-style wheels - they look out of place on a stock-height truck.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Lifted

Off-road presence, daily-able, no beadlocks

The most common "built" truck you see at Texas truck meets. 2" to 6" of lift with bigger wheels and tires. Looks aggressive, handles light off-road, still works as a daily driver. This is the build that started Texas truck culture.

  • Wheel sizing: 20x10 or 20x12, -12 to -25 offset
  • Tire pairing: 33x12.50 or 35x12.50 A/T or M/T
  • Suspension: Leveling kit (basic) or 4-6" lift kit (serious presence)

Wheel styles that work

Aggressive concave or mesh designs that fill the larger wheel wells visually. Stay away from skinny spoke designs - they look weak on a lifted truck.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Street & Show

Big wheels, deep dish, show-truck stance

The build for guys who want their truck to be the loudest one at the meet. 22" to 26" wheels, deep dish or aggressive concave, large offsets, low-profile tires that put the wheel barrel on display.

  • Wheel sizing: 22-26" diameter, -18 to -44 offset
  • Tire pairing: 305/45R22 or 295/35R24 - low profile for show stance
  • Suspension: Stock height or 2" level - too much lift kills the show stance

Wheel styles that work

Deep dish, aggressive concave, or directional designs that look like they belong on a show truck. The wheel itself is the centerpiece.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Off-Road Performance

Beadlock-ready, smaller diameter, serious capability

The build for guys who actually take their truck off-pavement. Smaller diameter wheels (17"-18"), 8.5"-9" wide, conservative offsets, beadlock or beadlock-style wheels, aggressive M/T or hybrid tires.

  • Wheel sizing: 17x8.5 or 18x9, -6 to -12 offset (beadlocks available)
  • Tire pairing: 35x12.50 M/T or hybrid (KO3, Wildpeak, Toyo R/T Trail)
  • Suspension: Quality shock set or factory off-road suspension

Wheel styles that work

Simple spoke patterns, thick construction, beadlock-capable. Avoid anything thin or pretty - it gets destroyed off-road.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Dually

Dual rear wheel setups for tow rigs

Dually-specific wheels with proper front + rear offset variation. Required for any DRW (dual rear wheel) truck. Different specs than SRW.

  • Wheel sizing: Dually-specific matched sets - 20"-22" diameter typical
  • Tire pairing: LT-rated dually tire sets (front + 4 rear)
  • Suspension: HD-rated lift kits with dually compatibility

Wheel styles that work

Heavy-duty construction, proper load rating, dually-specific offsets. Show or work-focused designs both available.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Upgrade Warnings

Common upgrades that affect other parts. Plan for these before you spend.

If you upgrade: CP4 fuel pump

Risk: Failure mode sends metal through fuel system - $15K+ cleanup.

What to do: CP3 conversion ($3-5K) before big builds. Worth it.

If you upgrade: Bolt pattern confusion

Risk: Owners coming from pre-2017 trucks bring old 8x6.5" wheels - they won't fit 2017+.

What to do: Verify wheels are 8x170mm. New pattern only since 2017.

If you upgrade: Heavy towing with big tires

Risk: Bigger tires reduce GVWR margins. Towing capacity may drop below sticker rating.

What to do: Stay with LT-rated tires properly sized. Recheck pin weight calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tire sizes?

Stock 17-20" depending on trim. 35s fit on 4" lift. 37s fit on 6" lift. Tremor came with 35s stock starting 2020.

Bolt pattern - same as older Super Duty?

NO. 2017+ is 8x170mm. 1999-2016 is 8x6.5" (8x165.1mm). Wheels do not cross.

7.3L Godzilla vs 6.7L Power Stroke?

Godzilla (gas) is cheaper to maintain. Power Stroke (diesel) tows more with better fuel economy under load.

Best lift kit?

Carli, BDS, or ReadyLIFT diesel-specific kit. Budget kits sag under front-end weight of the diesel.

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