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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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well finally got the convo pros i was looking for and all mounted up






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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 02:36 PM
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Those just look Mean!!

Remind me not to race you
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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 02:54 PM
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Looks good. What size are the tires and wheels on the rear?
If they are 15x8.5 can you post a picture showing how much they stick out of the wheel well?

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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by JNorris
Looks good. What size are the tires and wheels on the rear?
If they are 15x8.5 can you post a picture showing how much they stick out of the wheel well?

Thanks

John
also curious. ive been told over and over how they will stick out and look dumb but they look good from all the angles uve captured. did u do any grinding? whats are the specs on all the wheels?
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wheel specs are:
15" x 4
1.75" Backspacing

15" x 8.5
5" Backspacing

15x4.5 et fronts

26x10x15 hossier full drag

cant wait till spring now

side shots

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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 11:10 PM
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why did u go with the 5" backspace? arent the available in a 6.5? that should have tucked it in more.
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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 11:21 PM
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i got the setup used for an extremely good price they have maybe 6 uns on them and didnt have to grind/run spacers or anything bolted right up. other wise ya i would have gotten more as long as they hook im happy not for street use ya know.
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Old Feb 5, 2006 | 11:32 PM
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very nice. very mean looking. I have a feeling old ladies will get out of your way when they see/hear your car.
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Originally Posted by ls2 bait
why did u go with the 5" backspace? arent the available in a 6.5? that should have tucked it in more.

These wheels are not available with 6.5"BS.

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