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Old 08-12-2011, 05:55 PM   #1
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Wheels?

Who knows of good places to go aluminum wheel shopping on the internet.

I'm on the market for polished aluminum 15x8 wheels for the blazer. Can't use much backspace, about 3/8 max (.375") which is what's on the blazer now.
I'm running outlaw II's right now. I'd like to go with a more simple 8 hole wheel like the Eagle 186 or American Racing baja.

Summit seems to carry them but backspacing is either .250" (would fit) or very extreme at 3/4" (.750") which won't fit.

Any help is appreciated. What are you guys doing for aluminum wheels. Thanks.
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Old 08-13-2011, 12:18 AM   #2
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Re: Wheels?

hey fire my buddy here in tolleson has a set of 15x8 10 hole wheels hes trying to sell. there in good shape i beleive. there aluminum they look like the mickey thomspon, alcoa type wheels..let me know if you want them or to ask on a price for you. i can get you info tomorrow pm me your number and i will take some pics and send them to you...
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Old 08-13-2011, 10:43 AM   #3
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Re: Wheels?

I sent a PM and forgot to send you my info I'll send another PM.

I have some running to do this morning, then I can give you a shout. If you could email pics and such that would be great. I'll send you my email.
I'm down in Phoenix all the time. Thanks.
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Old 08-13-2011, 10:47 AM   #4
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Re: Wheels?

Ooops, I made a mistake in my thread.

Those back spacing numbers are supposed to be 3 and 3/8". I could go 3 1/2" maximum on backspacing.
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Old 08-14-2011, 02:26 AM   #5
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sorry fire i couldnt get around to checking them out today but tomorrow i ll do it... he didnt have time today so tomorrow...
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