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some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
So I finally hooked up with Adam (whatnow) and picked up some 15x8 wheels for my junk. First, I need to tell you how patient this guy is.... and he is a super cool guy!
So anyways, I picked up the wheels about a week or so ago from another member that was using them and went out and picked up the caps yesterday. Here are a few photos, she is on her way... I need to order some fat whites and do some suspension mods and she will be done for now. The truck sits about 2.5 - 3" lower and I need to level the front..... Let me know what you think! EDIT: Does anyone know if I can put trim rings on these wheels and are there certain ones that will fit? ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
I've never seen red caps on a chrome wheel, its usually a red wheel with a chrome cap. I like it, its different. Do the 15's rub the lower control arm with the drop spindles? Im thinking of going with a similiar look on my truck.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
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I don't have drop spindles, just a modified front end with drums, but no they don't rub at all. I can drop the front another 3", the front was set-up for the 20's that were on it, so I have a little more room.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Info on rings..... anyone?
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Red rings faked =)
I seldom sound off if there is something about a persons ride that doesnt work for me because we all have different tastes, but "to me" the red caps sorta cheapens the look of your ride. Maybe an early Chevy chrome cap with the little Chevy bow tie painted red? |
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Nice work Houp!
As far as the question about the trim rings, check with lolife99. He knows quite a bit about ralley wheels/trim rings.
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Thanks man!! Hows your ride comin' along?
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
You may should be able to blast a set of regular stainless trim rings and paint/powercoat them. Paint probablay won't stay on them without blasting, but powercoating probably would. You can usually buy new takeoff 15" trim rings on Ebay cheap.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
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The regular 15" trim rings will fit?
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Looking at the way the wheel is shaped, I'd think so.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Thanks for the info man, I appreciate it. I might have found a set, If I end up with them, I'll let you know how they work out.
Thanks again guys for the input & info!!
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Are the wheels standard backspace. It could be my aging eye sight, but they look light what we used to call "Chrome Reverse". Either way they look good.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
How about painting the wheel centers red and leave the cap and outer rim chrome? Then there is no need for a trim ring
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Nice truck!
red rings with black center caps IMO would look good.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Those are smoothies,no vent holes.Those red caps ain`t workin`for me...sorry.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Those caps might look kinda cool with skulls or something painted in the center
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
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That is a good idea, the more I think about it, the more I Like it.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
Yes, definitly. I don't like the weights on the outside of the wheel, I need to get new tires regadless.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
www.summitracing.com has trim rings and free shipping. They're stainless steel, so getting them powder-coated in your choice of colors would probably be the only way to get them "in living color". The idea of using the colored caps with colored trim rings, and then seeing your truck in black with the outline flames makes me curious to see a "negative" image.
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Re: some 15 x 8 wheels! PICS
looks good
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