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r0lf- · 10-16-2003, 09:41 PM

Well... the bodywork isnt prolly gonna happen because its not going to be the way I want it. I want those pinstripes GONE or painted over in a different shade, that wont happen with the paint that is on there now. So I will probobly have a check for 1600 dollars sitting in my pocket. I want a definite change in my truck to come from this little accident so I have decided on some new shoes for her...

A 17x8 American Racing Hopster...

Or a 18x8 Eagle Alloy Series 212

I was really considering a 18/20 combo with the 212's, but the tire prices for the 20's will be pretty insane. Im just kinda torn on how I want to go...

If anybody has other Ideas, let me know!

BigRed · 10-16-2003, 09:44 PM

Personally, I like nothing bigger than 17s and those first rims are really nice!

phantom dually · 10-16-2003, 09:57 PM

Tire rack has a special on BFG 245 40 20 right now for $235 each. Thats a pretty good price!! Both wheels are nice but old style at the same time. If I had to pic I like the 2nd ones.

*1FaastC10* · 10-16-2003, 10:16 PM

hopsters

BaggedC10 · 10-16-2003, 10:57 PM

Here's mine.

r0lf- · 10-16-2003, 11:11 PM

I see yours Bagged, but mine will still only have a static drop. I just dont know how good it would look with an 18/20 combo. Plus everyone and their mom runs the 212's now, I want to be original.

BaggedC10 · 10-17-2003, 12:18 AM

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Originally posted by r0lf-
I see yours Bagged, but mine will still only have a static drop. I just dont know how good it would look with an 18/20 combo. Plus everyone and their mom runs the 212's now, I want to be original.

I know. I wanted to give you a picture of them on our body style and test my new online photo album.

I agree, 212's are too common. These will be sold in favor for 22's soon enough.

low 84 · 10-17-2003, 12:31 AM

hopsters

ocbaud · 10-17-2003, 01:28 AM

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Originally posted by low 84
hopsters

ditto, i LOVE those rims.

i think for tax return season i'll be getting some rims

TIMSPEED · 10-17-2003, 02:24 AM

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Originally posted by r0lf-
Plus everyone and their mom runs the 212's now, I want to be original.

Actually, everyone and their mom AND timspeed.

I say 212's

**N2TRUX** · 10-17-2003, 08:38 AM

I think you answered your own question. The 212's are good looking wheels, but too common. The Hopsters are a bit different, and still very classic looking.

BTW- You can get Goodyear Eagle GT II's in 20's for 139.00 on tire www.tirerack.com.

I bet I could get you hooked up with a set for pretty close to the amount of your check...

LOHRTBT · 10-17-2003, 08:59 AM

Of those 2...Hopsters 4 sure

Izzy · 10-17-2003, 09:10 AM

Hopster for sure.

gldevall · 10-17-2003, 09:44 AM

How about some 17 or 18" spokes? J/K

TIMSPEED · 10-17-2003, 10:07 AM

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Originally posted by N2TRUX
BTW- You can get Goodyear Eagle GT II's in 20's for 139.00 on tire www.tirerack.com.

Exactly what size are those 20's, cuz that's DAMN CHEAP!

Jonboy · 10-17-2003, 10:09 AM

I had the Hopsters on my 92 Z28, I really liked them. I would definitely go that way, of the two choices.

**N2TRUX** · 10-17-2003, 10:13 AM

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Originally posted by TIMSPEED
Exactly what size are those 20's, cuz that's DAMN CHEAP!

I keep trying to tell you guys that Eagle GT II's are cheap. I looked up 275/45/20 just to get a price....

Low87on20s · 10-17-2003, 10:34 AM

212s are too common...I chose them only because they were cheaper in price.

Izzy · 10-17-2003, 10:43 AM

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Originally posted by TIMSPEED

Exactly what size are those 20's, cuz that's DAMN CHEAP!

I believe there's also a 295-50-20 that they use on the Ram and it's a GTII also. It's a standard tire on that and the Harley F150's so that's why the price is so cheap.

PHOENIX · 10-17-2003, 02:59 PM

hopster

r0lf- · 10-17-2003, 03:06 PM

Well... I think im definitely going the hopster route if I do go with rims.

If anybody wants a set of very nice rims with brand new BFGoodrich radial T/A's in 255/60/15's Ill let mine go for about $400, these tires have about 100 miles on them.

I dont know though, now looking at my existing rims with the new tires I almost want to put the money into something else, but I dont want to tear into a really reliable motor with only 35k on it, I dont NEED anymore HP, although some vortecs and a new cam would put me in the 330hp range. I think its just a bad Idea for me though.

Tires/wheels do seem like a good option. Its a very significant change. Bodymods seem to be not very important other than paint. Hrmmm... decisions.

Gibble · 10-17-2003, 03:23 PM

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Originally posted by BigRed
Personally, I like nothing bigger than 17s and those first rims are really nice!

I'll second that!

gldevall · 10-17-2003, 03:41 PM

A '93 350 should have Vortec heads.

r0lf- · 10-17-2003, 04:14 PM

Nope, 95 was the first year, I have TBI heads that arent TOO bad, they give some good TQ.

**N2TRUX** · 10-17-2003, 04:29 PM

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Originally posted by fiveeightchevy

I believe there's also a 295-50-20 that they use on the Ram and it's a GTII also. It's a standard tire on that and the Harley F150's so that's why the price is so cheap.

Actually the make 3 sizes in 20's-275/45VR20 ($139) which is the stock size on the Harley F-150, the 285/50HR20 ($143) which is the stock size on the Dodge Ram 1500, and a 305/50HR20 ($136).

I may as well post all of the ones that matter-
285/60HR18 ($115)
285/65SR17 ($97)
275/60TR17 ($89)
255/60SR17 ($88)

Any more questions?

10-16-2003, 09:41 PM	#1
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	Choose my new rims... Well... the bodywork isnt prolly gonna happen because its not going to be the way I want it. I want those pinstripes GONE or painted over in a different shade, that wont happen with the paint that is on there now. So I will probobly have a check for 1600 dollars sitting in my pocket. I want a definite change in my truck to come from this little accident so I have decided on some new shoes for her... A 17x8 American Racing Hopster... Or a 18x8 Eagle Alloy Series 212 I was really considering a 18/20 combo with the 212's, but the tire prices for the 20's will be pretty insane. Im just kinda torn on how I want to go... If anybody has other Ideas, let me know! __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

10-16-2003, 09:44 PM	#2
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	Personally, I like nothing bigger than 17s and those first rims are really nice! __________________ Scott Shelbourne

10-16-2003, 09:57 PM	#3
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,792	Tire rack has a special on BFG 245 40 20 right now for $235 each. Thats a pretty good price!! Both wheels are nice but old style at the same time. If I had to pic I like the 2nd ones. __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

10-16-2003, 10:57 PM	#5
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Here's mine. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

10-16-2003, 11:11 PM	#6
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	I see yours Bagged, but mine will still only have a static drop. I just dont know how good it would look with an 18/20 combo. Plus everyone and their mom runs the 212's now, I want to be original. __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

10-16-2003, 10:16 PM	#4
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	hopsters

10-17-2003, 12:31 AM	#8
low 84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,144	hopsters __________________ '51 F100, backhalf with a narrowed 9 and coil overs, 18.5" mickeys, monte front clip, +400" sbc in the works '05 1500 Crew Cab RIP '84 swb 5/7 drop, solid cammed 408 w/ fully ported dart heads, th350 w/ 10 inch hughes, 12 bolt w/ 3.73 richmonds and a locker '80 swb 4x4 in progress: 7" lift, 350 th350/np205, d44 and 1.5" ORD tie rod, 14BFF w/discs , armored diff covers, 40" MTR's

10-17-2003, 08:38 AM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	I think you answered your own question. The 212's are good looking wheels, but too common. The Hopsters are a bit different, and still very classic looking. BTW- You can get Goodyear Eagle GT II's in 20's for 139.00 on tire www.tirerack.com. I bet I could get you hooked up with a set for pretty close to the amount of your check... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-17-2003, 08:59 AM	#12
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Of those 2...Hopsters 4 sure __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

10-17-2003, 09:10 AM	#13
Izzy Trucker. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,364	Hopster for sure.

10-17-2003, 09:44 AM	#14
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	How about some 17 or 18" spokes? J/K __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

10-17-2003, 10:09 AM	#16
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	I had the Hopsters on my 92 Z28, I really liked them. I would definitely go that way, of the two choices. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

10-17-2003, 10:34 AM	#18
Low87on20s Live from Atlanta Join Date: May 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 511	212s are too common...I chose them only because they were cheaper in price. __________________ Paul

10-17-2003, 02:59 PM	#20
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10-17-2003, 03:06 PM	#21
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	Well... I think im definitely going the hopster route if I do go with rims. If anybody wants a set of very nice rims with brand new BFGoodrich radial T/A's in 255/60/15's Ill let mine go for about $400, these tires have about 100 miles on them. I dont know though, now looking at my existing rims with the new tires I almost want to put the money into something else, but I dont want to tear into a really reliable motor with only 35k on it, I dont NEED anymore HP, although some vortecs and a new cam would put me in the 330hp range. I think its just a bad Idea for me though. Tires/wheels do seem like a good option. Its a very significant change. Bodymods seem to be not very important other than paint. Hrmmm... decisions. __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!



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10-17-2003, 03:41 PM	#23
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	A '93 350 should have Vortec heads. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

10-17-2003, 04:14 PM	#24
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	Nope, 95 was the first year, I have TBI heads that arent TOO bad, they give some good TQ. __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

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