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Old 03-29-2011, 10:39 AM   #38
babyJay
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Re: got some new wheels for the work truck

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Originally Posted by 78 Chevyrado View Post
I had a thought the other day...

If you're hunting the steelies like I had, and want them painted, a good way to get them is to find the spare wheel off of a newer truck. they're painted black, but they've most likely never been used, so while dirty they are essentially a NEW wheel. ought to be nice and round. Might can even get a good set of tires with them, which ought to be new as well.

I bought a spare for $20, and the yard took the new tire off for free.
That is a good idea. And you can buy the chrome skins on ebay.Skins Linky
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