Blaque Diamond Wheels
Wheels can completely change the personality of a car. The Blaque Diamond BD-8 combines a bold five-spoke look with large-diameter sizing and staggered-fitment options designed for drivers who want their wheels to make a statement.
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The Right Wheels Have to Look Good — and Fit Correctly
Aftermarket wheels are one of the fastest ways to change the stance and appearance of a car, but wheel shopping involves much more than choosing a design you like.
Diameter, width, bolt pattern, offset, hub clearance, brake clearance and tire size all matter. A beautiful wheel that doesn't fit the vehicle correctly isn't an upgrade.
Five Numbers Matter More Than the Wheel Photo
Before buying any aftermarket wheel, confirm the specifications for your exact year, make, model and suspension setup.
Diameter & Width
Wheel diameter and width affect tire choices, clearance and the overall stance of the vehicle.
Bolt Pattern
The wheel must match the vehicle's correct lug count and bolt-circle pattern.
Offset
Offset influences where the wheel sits in relation to the suspension and fender.
Clearance
Confirm clearance around brakes, suspension pieces, fenders and inner wheel wells.
What Does Staggered Wheel Fitment Mean?
A staggered wheel setup generally uses wider wheels and tires at the rear than at the front. It's common on many rear-wheel-drive performance and luxury cars because it creates a muscular stance and allows additional rear tire width.
Same-Width Setup
Using the same wheel and tire size at all four corners can simplify tire rotation and may be the best choice for vehicles designed around a square setup.
Staggered Setup
A wider rear wheel can create a more aggressive visual stance and may suit vehicles designed for staggered tire sizing.
The key is matching the combination to the vehicle, not simply choosing the widest wheel available.
Black Wheels, Silver Wheels or Something in Between?
Black Finish
Black wheels can give a car a darker, more aggressive appearance and work especially well with bright body colors and blackout trim.
Silver Finish
Silver emphasizes the shape of the spokes and can provide a more traditional performance or luxury look.
Think About the Whole Car
Paint color, brake calipers, chrome or black trim, tire sidewalls and ride height all affect how a wheel looks once it's actually installed.
20-Inch vs 22-Inch Wheels
Larger wheels can create dramatic visual impact, but changing diameter also changes the tire choices and the amount of sidewall between the wheel and the road.
Ride Quality
Lower-profile tires generally provide less sidewall cushioning over rough pavement.
Tire Cost
Larger and wider performance tires can cost considerably more than smaller sizes.
Road Damage
Less tire sidewall means potholes and sharp impacts can be harder on wheels and tires.
Clearance
Larger combinations need enough room through steering, suspension travel and full vehicle load.
Check the Complete Wheel-and-Tire Package
Confirm Vehicle Fitment
Use your exact year, make, model and trim when checking fitment. Suspension or brake modifications can change what fits.
Plan the Tire Size
Wheel size and tire size work together. Make sure the final package maintains suitable clearance and overall diameter for the vehicle.
Check Hardware
Verify the required lug hardware, hub-centering needs and installation requirements before the wheels go on.
CarDudes Tip: Don't Buy Wheels by Appearance Alone
A wheel can look perfect online and still be completely wrong for your vehicle. Confirm fitment information with the wheel seller, manufacturer or an experienced wheel-and-tire shop before ordering.
Proper Installation Matters Too
New wheels should be installed with the correct hardware and tightened according to the wheel and vehicle manufacturer's specifications.
Inspect the Fit
Check inside and outside clearance and make sure steering movement doesn't create contact.
Use Correct Torque
Follow the proper lug-nut or wheel-bolt tightening specification for the vehicle and wheel combination.
Recheck the Installation
Follow the wheel manufacturer's recommendations for inspection and rechecking wheel hardware after installation.
Looking for the BD-8 Wheel?
Check the current listing carefully for available diameter, width, finish, bolt pattern, offset and vehicle compatibility before placing an order.
Check the Current Wheel Options
Wheel availability and fitment can vary, so confirm the exact specifications for your vehicle before purchasing.
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The Right Wheels Can Change the Whole Car.
Choose the style you want — but make fitment, clearance and the complete wheel-and-tire package part of the decision.
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