2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT
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Your 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer shares its fitment with the Limited and XLT trims, all rolling on a 5x114.3 bolt pattern. The stock setup features a 16x7 wheel with a 35mm offset and a 70.6mm center bore. ThreePiece.us carries premium brands like BBS, Enkei, Work Wheels, and Heritage Wheel, all verified to bolt on directly to your Explorer.
Upgrading your wheels opens up impressive possibilities, from 16-inch sizes up to 17-inch options in various widths to suit your driving style. Whether you're after aggressive fitment or a refined stance, we have the selection to match your vision. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states, making it easy to transform your Explorer's appearance without breaking the bank.
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 70.6mm center bore. The stock setup runs 16x7 wheels at a 35mm offset. You can step up to 17-inch diameters or go wider within the same diameter—options range from 16x6.5 up to 17x9—all in non-staggered configurations that work equally on all four corners.
The Explorer demands wheels with the exact 5x114.3 bolt pattern; nothing else threads on safely. Since your center bore measures 70.6mm, use hub-centric rings if your new wheels have a larger bore to ensure proper centering. Be cautious about aggressive offsets or extreme widths, as wheels that push too far outward or inward risk contact with fenders or suspension components.
Every wheel we list for your Explorer bolts on correctly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Brands like Enkei, BBS, Work Wheels, and Heritage Wheel all have fitments in stock and ready to ship.
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x114.3 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your SUV, while the 70.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this SUV with 16x7 wheels at a +35 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20x10 | +12 to +25 | 255/50R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x10 | +null to +18 | 275/40R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 22x10.5 | +null to +17 | 205/30R22 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 22x10.5 | +18 to +25 | 295/30R22 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 16x6.5 | +34 to +46 | 255/70R16, 235/75R16 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +45 | 255/70R16, 235/70R16, 235/75R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +10 to +46 | 245/65R17, 235/70R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 255/70R16, 235/70R16, 235/75R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +34 to +46 | 245/65R17, 235/70R17 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +10 to +46 | 245/65R17, 235/70R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 255/55R18, 265/60R18, 235/65R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +35 to +45 | 255/70R16, 235/70R16, 235/75R16 | — |
| 16x8 | -6 to +34 | 255/70R16, 235/70R16, 235/75R16 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x8 | -6 to +34 | 245/65R17, 225/70R17, 245/70R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x8 | +35 to +45 | 245/65R17, 225/70R17, 245/70R17 | — |
| 18x8 | -6 to +34 | 255/55R18, 265/60R18, 285/55R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x8 | +35 to +45 | 255/55R18, 265/60R18, 285/55R18 | — |
| 20x8 | +25 to +38 | 255/50R20, 245/60R20, 255/45R20 | — |
| 16x8.5 | -6 to +20 | 255/70R16, 235/70R16, 235/75R16 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 17x8.5 | -6 to +24 | 245/65R17, 245/70R17, 245/75R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x8.5 | +25 to +38 | 245/65R17, 245/70R17, 245/75R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +25 to +38 | 255/55R18, 265/60R18, 285/55R18 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +25 to +38 | 255/50R20, 275/40R20, 245/60R20 | — |
| 17x9 | +25 to +38 | 245/65R17, 245/70R17, 245/75R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x9 | -6 to +20 | 245/65R17, 245/70R17, 245/75R17 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 18x9 | -6 to +38 | 255/55R18, 265/60R18, 285/55R18 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x9 | +null to +35 | 255/50R20, 275/40R20, 245/60R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 22x9 | +null to +20 | 265/35R22 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x9.5 | +null to +20 | 255/50R20, 275/40R20, 245/60R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x9.5 | -12 to -1 | 255/50R20, 275/40R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 22x9.5 | +null to +20 | 265/35R22 | 2. Body Modification Required |
Best Wheel Brands for the Ford Explorer
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Rebel
- TSW — Bathurst, Sebring
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- Enkei — RPF1, TS-V
- Heritage Wheel
- BBS — LM, CI-R
Complete Your 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Build
- Ford Explorer suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Ford Explorer suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Ford Explorer brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers
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