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Bigmike875

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Yeah I wanted some 20's, but couldnt swing them just yet! How does it go "17's but I keep 'em clean"! Anyway, I debated putting an older (centerline-styled) wheel on a newer body style, never really seen it done, but I think it turned out o.k.! Any opinions?Truck001.jpg

Zembonez Senior Enthusiast

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Sort of an early 90s look. It's clean. I think it works.

 

I think you should lower it or go with some larger rubber. Just my opinion. But I'd keep the look.

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Ive actually got some new rubber comin' in tomorrow, 275/60's with raised white letters! After another good wash, ill have some close-ups posted! Im considering going down two in.'' in the rear but thats about it, too many dirt roads around my neck of the woods!!!

Zembonez Senior Enthusiast

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Ive actually got some new rubber comin' in tomorrow, 275/60's with raised white letters! After another good wash, ill have some close-ups posted! Im considering going down two in.'' in the rear but thats about it, too many dirt roads around my neck of the woods!!!

I think it's cool. I hate it when everybody has the same thing like a bunch of high school pimply faced followers. Post some pics!

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Thanks!! If it will ever stop raining im gonna get some shots with the new tires and drop shackles! This will be our 2nd weekend in a row to get rained out :D

2000DV4.8 Senior Enthusiast

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Thanks!! If it will ever stop raining im gonna get some shots with the new tires and drop shackles! This will be our 2nd weekend in a row to get rained out :confused:

 

 

I like em! Can't wait for the new pics. :D

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