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Custom Ford Explorer

From simple modifications like aftermarket wheels and tires, to more involved mods like suspension setups and body kits, there’s plenty of ways to make your Ford Explorer unique. With so many aftermarket options to pick from, it might be difficult to know what kind of wheels, tires, and suspension are best for customizing the Ford Explorer.

We’re delighted to provide the most comprehensive online fitment gallery in the aftermarket enthusiast community, with contributions from drivers just like you who have already custom built their Ford Explorer vehicles. To uncover the creative ideas for your project, go through the selection of mods. All projects are sorted by the year of production.

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  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Velgen VMB5 20x10.5 +45
    • P 295/45 R20
    • 9056 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels KMC District 22x10.5 +28
    • P 285/35 R22
    • 5341 views

    in flat black

  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Velgen 20-inch
    • Yokohama Parada Spec X P 295/45 R20
    • 5121 views

    0 rub, haven't had to modify anything at all. I am lowered on H&R springs.

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 20x9.0
    • P 265/50 R20
    • 4937 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Falken RT-7M 22-inch
    • 4168 views
  • 2016 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Lexani CSS-15 22-inch
    • 3968 views
  • 2016 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Gianelle Santoneo 20-inch
    • 3832 views

    2016 Ford Explorer. Wheels: 20" Gianelle Santoneo in Matte Black (w/Ball Cut Details)

  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Niche Alpine 24x10.0
    • Pirelli Scorpion Zero P 285/35 R24
    • 3726 views

    Brushed Face | High Luster Polish Asimmetrico

  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Lexani CSS-15 22-inch
    • 3262 views
  • 2015 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Niche Spa - M879 20x9.0
    • 3242 views

    Black & Machined/Polished Stainless

  • 2015 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Lexani CSS-15 22-inch
    • 3201 views
  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Staggered wheels 22x9.0 , 22x10.5
    • P 265/40 R22, rear P 285/40 R22
    • 3175 views
  • 2016 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Lexani Gravity 22-inch
    • 3061 views

    H&R LOWERING SPRINGS

  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Velgen VMB5 20x10.5 +45
    • Yokohama Parada Spec X P 295/45 R20
    • 2977 views

    Center bore 73.1 45 mm offset  I went with the matte black finish  (hugs the road so good, I'm lowered as well) 0 rubbing, no...

  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels KMC Slides 20-inch
    • Toyo Versado CUV P 265/50 R20
    • 2902 views

    The new wider tires look awesome from the front, gives it alot "meaner" stance and myModified front bumper plastic thing shows them...

  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels HRE TR45 22-inch
    • 2806 views
  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels OEM Ford 20-inch
    • P 265/50 R20
    • 2556 views
  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 24-inch
    • 2514 views
  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels OEM Ford Edge Sport 22-inch
    • 2511 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels TSW Brooklands 20x8.5
    • 2440 views

    Black roof rails, Weathertech mats, PlastiDip (no visible chrome!!)

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Giovanna 22x9.0
    • 2427 views
  • 2016 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Gianelle Santoneo 20-inch
    • 2419 views

    in Matte Black (w/Ball Cut Details)

  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Drag DR37 20-inch
    • P 275/40 R20
    • 2388 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Enkei SVX 20-inch
    • Nitto NT421Q P 265/50 R20
    • 2379 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels MKW Avenue A601 22-inch
    • 2363 views

    2013 Ford Explorer. Wheels: 22" MKW Closeouts Avenue A601 in Chrome

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 22-inch
    • P 285/45 R22
    • 2137 views

     winter wheels.

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 24-inch
    • 2078 views

     Not lowered yet. The kit should drop it down about 1.7" or so

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 22x9.5 +32
    • P 285/35 R22
    • 2053 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 20-inch
    • Hankook iPike RW11 P 265/55 R20
    • 2026 views

    I am pretty happy with them, good traction, good grip, and they look mean and aggressive. Nice wide tire and the offset of the rims makes them flush with...

  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Koko Kuture Massa 5 22x9.0
    • Nitto NT 420S P 265/40 R22
    • 2002 views
  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels OEM Dodge Charger SRT8 22x9.0
    • 1914 views

    -They needed some hub rings to make them fit but after that the fitment was perfect.  -The wheels are 22X9, 2009 Charger SRT8 wheels

  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels FFD Motorsports Evo2 18x10.0 +32
    • 1913 views
  • 2013 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels 20-inch
    • 1901 views
  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Forte 24-inch
    • 1755 views
  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels Giovanna Kilis 22-inch
    • 1720 views

    2012 Ford Explorer. Wheels: 22" Giovanna Kilis in Machined Black

  • 2012 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels MKW Avenue A601 22-inch
    • 1693 views

    2012 Ford Explorer. Wheels: 22" MKW Closeouts Avenue A601 in Black (Machined Face w/ Groove)

  • 2008 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels MKW M105 20-inch
    • 1555 views

    2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Wheels: 20" MKW Closeouts MKW M105 in Black (Machined Face)

  • 2014 Ford Explorer

    • Wheels TSW Carthage 20-inch
    • 1449 views


The Most Popular Rim Sizes in Ford Explorer Tuning

20 - inch 28%
22 - inch 28%
22 x 9.0 7%