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Old 04-26-2012, 06:59 AM
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i got some bmw 18x8 for cheap and i want to make the rears 18x10's

anyone know of a company that does this? i have seen many dunebuggys and drag cars out there with custom done wide wheels. Where can i get this done?
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No idea but fix your fender tab on the bottom.
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Weldcraft Wheels, located in Michigan.
Wheels America has locations in 8 cities around the U.S.
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Wheels America did mine. I'd use them again.
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Hijack, does the alter the wheels integrity at all? I had a wheel crack and had it welded only for it to crack again a day later in the same spot.
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It could but these guys offer a lifetime warranty on the work they do. And if you look at the quaility they put into them I dont think you will ever worry about them cracking. I dont worry about mine, and they haven't given any trouble.
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The pics Ive seen of Weldcraft's work, they do look better than mine. My rear wheels were widened by Wheels America in Texas. They were widened a few years ago now, and not a single issue at all. Balance out just fine, no vibes, etc.

Nitto NT555R in 315/35-17 on an 11" wheel:



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Hijack, does the alter the wheels integrity at all? I had a wheel crack and had it welded only for it to crack again a day later in the same spot.
Sounds like it wasnt welded correctly.
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Hey OP, here's the link to Weldcraft's website:
http://www.weldcraftwheels.com/



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