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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 10:53 AM
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I found these for $600....



4" backspace - good
like new - good
17 X 7 - hmmmm


i think i really need 17X8... but....they are half price...
what are the cons of a smaller width?

opinions please.... thanks.
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by fsuguy
I found these for $600....



4" backspace - good
like new - good
17 X 7 - hmmmm


i think i really need 17X8... but....they are half price...
what are the cons of a smaller width?

opinions please.... thanks.
well if you dont want em ill take em already got 7' rims on the 68
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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I really like those. My brother had those (15 inch) on his 69 Vette and they looked great, the 17s will look even better. Sounds like a great deal. Post some pics when you get em installed.
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 05:22 PM
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what tire?

235?
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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 11:00 AM
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great looking wheel but if you go with a smaller wheel width 17x7, it's going to look kind of small and funny outback.
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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by wnjlt1
great looking wheel but if you go with a smaller wheel width 17x7, it's going to look kind of small and funny outback.
8" wide minimum
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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 09:10 PM
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well.... i think i'll pass because they are 7 not 8....

here's the ad from craigslist in case somebody else wants them:



Set of 4 Wheels in like new condition. Fit GM 5 X 4 3/4 bolt pattern with a 4 inch back space. Call Joe at 972-572-6677
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