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I ordered a wheel in and I like it but is it worth the pain and cash of getting these wheels to tuck more? Besides getting new arms to narrow the track width what's other ways. I'll post pics in a few mins.
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How much is it going to take to tuck? I think you are the only one that can honestly answer the question. How bad do you want these wheels?
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I know this, 1in, now we were going to get new arms, but what do they run, and what other options are there? I want a 24 badly, and unless I get a wheel made for my specifications and pay more money than I have then this bs is my only option.
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Re: Need help!
Who makes new arms to narrow the track width?
What about buying wheels with the correct backspace? Is that an option?
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we make custom a-arms all the time
for people.Pm us or call for a quate Justin www.scottshotrods.com |
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I think the smaller tire will help. it looks like it nearly tucks enough now. can u run trailer fenders and open up the inside fender some? judt curious, can u post a pic of the wheel?
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no he cant. thats with the inside already cut out. a smaller tire will help though
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Why don't you take the money you would spend on custom arms and put it towards some wheels that fit. Modifying your truck to accommodate the wrong wheels is just ridiculous.
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My stock inner fenders are out but my fenders aren't cut or rolled at all. I can still roll them and gain a little.
Also, I happen to like the idea of a wheel that doesn't run a grand if I bend one. I'd rather deal with a tire dealer that gives me deals. Nothing wrong with a little custom work to get the wheel you like rather than and alternative. Anyone know a wheel price off the top of their head that 24x10 with 6.91 bs? I haven't found anything. |
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I bet this wheel mounted on the rear is sucked way in,... due to the difference in track width. (front to rear)
How about a 22x8.5 up front and a 24x10 rear?
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I never tried this wheel on the back yet. I will this weekend but I've been sick. This wheel doesn't offer anything else, just this one size and backspace. The Boss 313 is a multispoke wheel and they offer a 22/24 but the 24x10 is the same as this wheel and the 22x9.5 is 5.71 bs.
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2 diff wheels?
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I like those wheels!
I know IFCUSTOMS has modified stock control arms to accomidate fitting wheels and tires on these trucks! Check them out and maybe the guy who bagged the truck could narrow your stock arms cheaper than buying new ones? I saw that when you narrow the control arms an inch you also have to step the lower to accomidate the smaller arc. You can also modify the front crossmember. But I say save some dough and headache and buy a PORTERBUILT STREETRODS DROPMEMBER and your problems are solved and it just bolts in! Tony from Norcal |
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IFCUSTOMS truck on 22's
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PORTERBUILT STREETRODS on 24's
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DM is not an option for me.
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So this is about a low buck way to tuck 24's. Nothing wrong with that if you have thought it through. You can section your stock arms as shown, but that just opens up another can of worms.
It seems like a lot of effort to put 24's under your truck, when you can't afford it.
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Can't afford a DM, so I'm more limited to take type of pricy stuff. I can't find wheels anywhere for my 5x5.
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The rest of you thanks for the help, and if the best way is a DM and redo my Z, then I'll do 20's and be done. I have no wheels and need them very fast. This was my wheel so now maybe more 20's would be best. |
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what's the hurry? I understand your 5x5 wheel frustration. This is why most people go with a "custom" billet wheel. Most companies like American Racing (their custom shop), Billet Specialties, Intro, Budnik, Bonspeed, Coddington Wheels, B.A.D., etc,... just build to order. Billet Specialties, for one,... offers more affordable lines. I suggest that you order what fits. Without the custom offsets,... the track width of the stock front suspension,... makes the ability to use the same wheel, and offset , front and rear,... look goofy. (personal opinion) Spacers will bring the rear wheels out,... so that's an option. Do some measuring.
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Not to sound like an ass...
but way back in the beginning before you got the z done. Alot of us suggested the dropmember, and the benefits of the narrowed track width...u went ahead with the z anyway. Now just think about the amount of $ you spent on the front suspension already, and the $ you are about to spend on the narrowed control arms...Dropmember would have paid for itself Now..I understand the Z is already done and its too late for the Dropmember, BUT... The moral of the story is: There is alot of useful information on this site, that can save you alot of time,$, and frustration. WHen these guys offer advice you should at least consider it A custom built set of wheels will be well worth the extra $ There is no doubt in my mind that JJ can narrow the control arms and make the wheels tuck, but will there be any adverse effects?? i guess you will just have to find out....if you are dead set on a 24 ![]() Last edited by bagged74; 12-18-2009 at 11:35 PM. |
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