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07.RED.GMC

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Spring is here and time to swap out the stock wheels for sharp Chrome aftermarkets!

 

I have searched all the threads and there are some very sharp combo's out there - I was hoping that someone has, or has seen, these wheels from RollingBig Power. I am head over heels for either the T903 or T904 in Chrome w/ Black Inserts. Links below:

 

http://www.wheelwarehouse.com/p-1365-rbp-t...ck-inserts.aspx

 

http://www.wheelwarehouse.com/p-1362-rbp-t...ck-inserts.aspx

 

Some help from all you smart guys with great looking trucks:

 

1) anyone seen these in person (or own them!??!?!)

2) Do you like the 903's or 904's better (assume 20" with some brand of AT's wrapping them)?

3) My local tire and wheel dude is having trouble coming up with a fitment for my truck - so I may have to go another route :crackup: ! Anyone have thoughts on a "similar" look that is known to fit NBS K1500?

4) I know I could do some more searching - so don't :rollin: me - but what is the tallest/widest I can go with on my truck @ stock height - and what can I jump to with a 2" or 3" lift??

 

Thanks for all the help. I spend most of my time working on and forum chatting regarding my Camaro's and old school muscle - so still learning the truck ropes a bit. Info and wisdom mucho appreciated!

VMax2007 Senior Enthusiast

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Those look nice, but I am not a fan of the black inserts. I think they'd look better (and last longer) without the inserts.

 

Here is what I got, similar look without the inserts. This is a 20" wheel with the 8 lugs. The 18" size I got looks better with the shorter spokes IMO.

 

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tobias Senior Enthusiast

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Those look nice, but I am not a fan of the black inserts. I think they'd look better (and last longer) without the inserts.

 

Here is what I got, similar look without the inserts. This is a 20" wheel with the 8 lugs. The 18" size I got looks better with the shorter spokes IMO.

 

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I actually saw a <whisper>Ford F-150</whisper> Limited yesterday in a nice white with aluminum 20" wheels that had the inner bevels of the spokes painted to match. It looked really damn nice, to be honest. The L I M I T E D decal splattered down the bed side looked tacky but the wheels looked great. If your truck is black, this might look okay. You can never go wrong with all crhome though, unless of course, you go with those dinky little 18's like Jeff did. J/K :crackup:

07.RED.GMC Enthusiast

07.RED.GMC

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Oh no, I have unleashed the 20" vs. 18" wheel debate!

 

J/K, I know opinions vary on this. Personally, I don't care much for the 20"'s when they are wrapped in low profile LS2's - but I think they look good with a larger profile AT with a lot more sidewall - and that is what I am planning to do with my truck.

 

As for the black inserts - my truck is RED not black, but with a fair amount of black on the truck (door handles/mirrors/some trim/etc.) I think the inserts will look sharp and set off the chrome.

 

Jeff - your 18" Ultra's look sharp - if I can't get RBP's that fit I might be headed for those.

 

Anyone else have any input? Thanks.

Zembonez Senior Enthusiast

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T903 looks good but it looks like it would weigh a ton! Weight is a big factor in fuel economy and ride quality... keep that in mind. Oh, and I recommend the Pirelli Scorpion ATR 275-55-20. I have them and love them!

07.RED.GMC Enthusiast

07.RED.GMC

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Jeff - yes, planning to do 2 1/2" in front - an 1" or 1 1/2" in back. I am hoping I can get 285's to fit with this lift. Do you think they will fit??

 

Jim - just looked at your Scorpion's on Tire Rack - great tire, I may give them a look when I get the wheels figured out!

VMax2007 Senior Enthusiast

VMax2007

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Jeff - yes, planning to do 2 1/2" in front - an 1" or 1 1/2" in back. I am hoping I can get 285's to fit with this lift. Do you think they will fit??

 

Jim - just looked at your Scorpion's on Tire Rack - great tire, I may give them a look when I get the wheels figured out!

 

Not sure? But mine are 285/65R18's and BARELY fit with my Truxxx 2-1/2" lift, 1" rear. My tires measure about 32.5" x 10.5" They actually come within 1/8" of rubbing at full lock.

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