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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 01:33 PM
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Wink summit rims?

what size summit rims do you guys recommend me to get for the rear and what size tires.--current mods slp lid, full exhaust,LT's ,ory, loudmouth, transgo shift kit,built tranny, and 2.73 gears. my sound kinda crazy but i cant hook for **** in first gear if i launch it on the track.
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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 01:54 PM
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I know they only make a 15x8 in the summit star
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I'm running 15x8 with a 5.5 BS in the rear with MT ET Street radials 275/50/15, up front 15x4 with a 1.75 BS with MT sportsman SR's 26/6/15. Even though others will disagree, summitt says the 275's are safe on a 8" rim..


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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 04:36 PM
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those look pretty nice... aren't they somewhat heavy tho for a slicks/skinneys setup?
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Originally Posted by 98_Formula
those look pretty nice... aren't they somewhat heavy tho for a slicks/skinneys setup?

Not, not heavy at all.. I read on another site they only weigh 4 LBs per rim more then prostars..
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ah, thats not too bad, consdiering last time i checked they were quite affordable. thx
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Originally Posted by 98_Formula
ah, thats not too bad, consdiering last time i checked they were quite affordable. thx
Tires cost more than the rims... $430 dlvd for the set..
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those look really good on your car. my goal is to hit at least low 13's with 2.73 gears.
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Originally Posted by OIF1VET
Tires cost more than the rims... $430 dlvd for the set..
Did you have any issues with the calipers or did they clear?
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Did you have any issues with the calipers or did they clear?
I had to grind all 4 calipers.. Not as much as if I had prostars.. Took about 30 min per caliper..
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