1985 Ford F-350 Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, XL, XLT Lariat
Shop Wheels for 1985 Ford F-350 Base
The 1985 Ford F-350 Base, along with XL and XLT Lariat trims, rolls on a 16x6 stock wheel with an 8x165.1 bolt pattern. ThreePiece.us stocks a massive selection of compatible wheels from trusted brands like Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff. Every wheel we offer for your F-350 is verified to bolt on perfectly.
Whether you're upgrading to 16.5-inch, 17-inch, or 18-inch wheels, we have options ranging from 16x6 all the way up to 18x8. Our inventory covers multiple widths and fitments so you can customize your truck exactly how you want it. Plus, we ship free to the lower 48 states on every order.
1985 Ford F-350 Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1985 Ford F-350 uses an 8x165.1 bolt pattern with a 123.9mm center bore. The stock wheel is 16x6. Compatible upgrades include 16.5x6, 16x6.5, 16x7, 16x7.5, 16x8, 17x8, 17x8.5, 17x9, and 18x8. Since this truck runs square fitment, you can choose any compatible size without worrying about staggered setups.
Only the 8x165.1 bolt pattern will fit this F-350, so verify any wheel choice matches exactly. If a wheel's center bore exceeds 123.9mm, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering. Aggressive offsets or extra-wide wheels may cause fender or suspension contact, so select sizes conservatively for your intended use.
Every wheel we stock for your F-350 bolts on correctly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff all offer proven fitments for this classic truck.
1985 Ford F-350 Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 8x165.1 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 123.9mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 16x6 wheels at a +null offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
9/16 UNF
Torque Spec
105 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1985 Ford F-350 Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x6 | +null to +25 | 7.50-16, 235/85R16 | — |
| 16.5x6 | +null to +25 | 8.00-16.5, 8.75-16.5, 9.50-16.5 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +null to +25 | 215/85R16, 235/85R16 | — |
| 16x7 | +null to +25 | 235/85R16, 265/75R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +null to +25 | 235/85R16, 265/75R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 16x8 | +null to +25 | 235/85R16, 265/75R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +null to +25 | 235/80R17, 245/75R17, 265/70R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +null to +25 | 275/65R18 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +null to +25 | 265/70R17, 245/75R17, 31/10.50R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +null to +25 | 275/65R18 | — |
| 17x9 | -7 to +30 | 265/70R17, 32/11.50R17, 32/12.50R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Ford F-350
- Fuel Forged — FF12, FF19, FF41
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Assault, Blitz
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- American Racing — AR924, VN507
- Heritage Wheel — Bushido, Ebisu
Complete Your 1985 Ford F-350 Base Build
- Ford F-350 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Ford F-350 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Ford F-350 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Ford F-350 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








