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Old 08-26-2007, 03:09 PM
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i just bought a set of stock ss wheels, and i was wondering would it be possible to widen them to 20x10.5 or 20x11?? if so where can i get the done
better yet do you guys know of anyone who makes them this wide
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it can be done but it's expensive
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Weldcraftwheels can do it. They just added 2" to a set for me. Good service and quality work.
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What is the point? Is there a tire wide enough to need that kind of rim in a 20" diamter?
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how much does this cost and if i were to run 11's would i have to used minitubs
i have plans for lowering it
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Mine were 16x8 and I added 2" to the inside. Cost $165 per/wheel. 20's will probably cost more.
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Originally Posted by 1slow01Z71
What is the point? Is there a tire wide enough to need that kind of rim in a 20" diamter?


you can fit 305s on the stock SSS 20x8.5" rims
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Originally Posted by chiefbadass
how much does this cost and if i were to run 11's would i have to used minitubs
i have plans for lowering it
You will hit the leaf springs before you need to tub it.
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Originally Posted by 1slow01Z71
You will hit the leaf springs before you need to tub it.
IS THERE A WAY AROUND THIS PROBLEM
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what size tire are you wanting to run?
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