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Old 06-04-2014, 01:07 PM   #9
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Re: 8 lug to 5 lug conversion - what do do with the rear end

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I am going to install a full Porterbuilt air ride suspension on it; bought it with this sole intent. I thought keeping with the 8-lug setup would help make is standout a little from other dropped C10's but the wheel selection is severely limited with the 8-lug for the sizing and fitment I'm looking for versus the 5 lug patter.
There are tons of wheels for 8 lugs. Plus with a 14 bolt you can get cab and chassis hubs which narrow the rear end an extra 4 inches which allows you to run a bigger tire.

Check out these (you have to scroll down a bit to get past all the dually rims): http://4wheelonline.com/American_Force_Wheels.29008
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