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12-18-2007, 03:18 AM
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What a difference wheels can make...
I know a set of wheels and tires shouldn't be the first priority during a rebuild or restoration... but it sure does motivate me to continue.
 This is my kid brother's truck... He lives out of state, so I'm doing the lion's share of the work while he sends me parts and money. Still waiting for the correct trim rings, since my dumb a$$ ordered the wrong ones the first time. Those rally wheels look awesome with the cop car caps on them.We went with 15x6's on the front and 15x8's on the back. We probably could have gotten away with the next size taller front tire too... Those huge wheel wells sure swallow up a set of tires... I also stripped-off the mirrors, and removed the 200lb 4x8ft sheet of steel that was bolted in the bed...along with about 50lbs of dirt. Notice the difference in ride height.  
Last edited by Yullose; 12-18-2007 at 03:22 AM. |
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12-18-2007, 03:30 AM
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Official Site Guitar Shredder
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
heck yeah looks killer.....id drop it and roll..........great pick on the wheels
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12-18-2007, 04:35 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
same wheels I have on my rig. I love them as well. Looks good!
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12-18-2007, 04:42 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
<adds 200lb piece of sheetmetal to list of lowering methods>
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12-18-2007, 04:50 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
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Along with a load of other crap... There was also about 20lbs of dirt/mud, hot peppers, nuts n bolts, spare parts, etc... 
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12-18-2007, 05:45 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
Love those wheels!!!!!!!
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12-18-2007, 06:51 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
I always say buy the wheels first !! Build the truck to fit them!!! Rally Wheels rule!!!!!!!!!!
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12-18-2007, 06:51 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
What size tire on the rear?
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12-18-2007, 09:39 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
Quote:
 Oh yeah, that's what I'm doing. Got the wheels (same as yours), had 'em powdercoated RED, and am having the truck done to coordinate (black/flames). So, what color are you gonna paint your wheels?
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12-18-2007, 10:11 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
That looks pretty tough with those wheels. What are his plans for it?...
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12-18-2007, 11:24 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
Yep, it definetly makes a differance. I also agree tires and wheels first!
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12-18-2007, 11:36 AM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
Looks Great, Wheels can make a huge difference.
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12-19-2007, 03:59 PM
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Re: What a difference wheels can make...
Just like Cinderella with her glass slippers on.
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