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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 08:33 PM
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So I want to put wider tires on my car(08 Shelby GT) but i want to keep the same style wheels, polished silver bullit wheels. The problem is that they dont make 18x10 wheels in polished silver, only bloack chrome or that anthracite/gun metal color. I was wondering if I could just buy any color and have a body shop powder coat and polish them to match my original wheels. I havent been able to get down to my body shop guy so decided to ask here. Thanks for the help guys.
Old Jun 2, 2010 | 09:53 PM
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not tryin to be rude, but why change the rims to the same style? seems moot to me.
Old Jun 2, 2010 | 10:00 PM
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Some wheel shops actually have Rim widening services, where, I suppose they add more metal. I would do that and a new set of tires, and you'd be good to go.

http://www.weldcraftwheels.com/
Old Jun 4, 2010 | 12:51 AM
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Originally Posted by legendlime05
not tryin to be rude, but why change the rims to the same style? seems moot to me.
no offense taken, i just like the look of the wheels i have and honestly dont want to spend the money on 4 new different rims, when i can buy 2 for the rear. i just want 10s on the rear to have the wide tire look.
Old Jun 4, 2010 | 12:52 AM
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Originally Posted by UpTo11
Some wheel shops actually have Rim widening services, where, I suppose they add more metal. I would do that and a new set of tires, and you'd be good to go.

http://www.weldcraftwheels.com/
thanks UpTo..... i'll check it out
Old Jun 4, 2010 | 07:22 AM
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+1^^

I've heard nothing but great things about weldcraft wheels. I'm actually considering having them widen my Alcoa's 1 1/2" when it comes time to get new tires. You just have to make sure you have the room between the back of the rim and inner fender to do so.

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