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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 01:00 AM
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rim widening

does anyone know of a company that can widen the factory xlt aluminum rims. i would like to do a pair. is there a company that even does jobs like this. i called centerline and weld racing and they don't do work like this. i haven't seen a pair of rims like this done yet. i think it would be nice. thanks for the help.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 01:04 AM
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I don't think you'll find anyone willing to do that kind of work. It would cost more than a new wheel at the dealer.

----------I stand corrected, see posts below. Gotta be more expensive than aftermarket rims, but if you want the OEM look, it's the only way I suppose.....
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 01:30 AM
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Good luck. Buy new.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 04:09 AM
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Weldcraft Wheels Wheel Widening Wheel Repairs Wheel Restoration
eric vaughn machine: aluminum wheel widening and narrowing
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 06:37 AM
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Wheel Widening and Weldups | Kosman Specialties

Bikes, but it couldn't hurt to ask.
The work is the same, they have the tools and the talent.
Plus,
They've been doing it a long time.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 12:56 PM
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eric vaughn does awesome work.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 09:48 PM
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thanks for the info guys. its appreciated. i was thinking of a 10in wide rims. i know that there going to ask me about back spacing and all that and i hope i get the measurements right or the rims will be screwed......... p.s. i will be screwed!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 10:30 PM
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keep us posted i would like to see pics when you get it done
 
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car craft had an article on this a while back, the guy just removed the centers and installed them onto new hoops.
 
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