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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 02:22 PM
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So yea...my new rims/tires are off a jeep with a 5x5 pattern not our 5x5.5. I'd have to buy 4 wheel adapters which is gonna be another $200(ish) unless you guys know where to get em cheap or have something in mind I'm not aware of. Help! (or I'll cancel the check and give em back)
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 06:34 PM
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Ouch that sucks. Keep in mind wheel adapters will make them stick out more.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 07:36 PM
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Yea, but it'll look beefier. Should look good, hopefully.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 09:07 PM
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get rid of the rims. by putting wheel adapters on you are putting more strain on the frt suspension. you think the tire rod ends and ball joints suck now, give it a couple months with the new set up. the wear and tear is incredible.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 09:57 PM
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Man and they looked pretty hot too.... that sucks ***
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 09:59 PM
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I'm still gonna put em on. I'm ***** deep already. To close to finish to quit now. But I'm sure your right. I'll just cross that road when I get to it.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 10:14 PM
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Originally Posted by baracis
I'm still gonna put em on. I'm ***** deep already. To close to finish to quit now. But I'm sure your right. I'll just cross that road when I get to it.
If you get to it. :/
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 10:14 PM
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Just paid for my spacers. $140 for 4, free shipping. The're 6061 billet aluminum alloy, 1.25 inches thick, lugs and studs included. Best deal I could find for a seemingly quality item. Just hoping they get here by saturday for the rain!
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 10:28 PM
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would wheel adapters do the same damage as spacers?
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 11:00 PM
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same thing really, but this is gonna change my bolt pattern. Which is why I'm glad this is only 1.25 inch spacing.
 
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