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Old 02-28-2001, 12:39 AM
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I have been searching for over one year trying to find a wheel mfgr that can make a 15 inch rim to fit the back of the Lightnings without changing the calipers. I think I finally found one in so. cal. I will find out tomorrow based on the specks I sent in today. I truly believe this is a done deal. My fingers are crossed. I will let you all know.....Mike, LIGHTNING PERFORMANCE
 
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Old 02-28-2001, 07:35 AM
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that would be cool!
 
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Old 02-28-2001, 08:20 AM
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Great!!! let us know what you find out.


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Great, I believe the ultimate combination on these trucks is 28" slicks and a 373 rear gear. Keep us posted.
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Awesome, thats what I've been waiting for. I want some if you can get them made mike

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Mike,
Any word on if they can make a 16x9 for our trucks? I have 26x11.5x16 brand new et's and would want to wear them out before getting the 15's. The tires call for a 9" rim and right now I have them on 7" rims, I'd like to wear the whole tire out not just the middle section.
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Old 02-28-2001, 05:22 PM
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LAND SPEED,

PLEASE let us know about this 15" wheel.

I live in So Cal if you need me to help with anything let me know. I can always swing by and let them actually try one on
 
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Any update Mike?
 
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Comes at a good time as my 11.5 ET Streets are getting pretty thin an my gear ratio keeps climbing.
I'll probably finish them at FFW in Bradenton, Fl. next weekend.
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Ok...Here is the up date...I have furnished photos of the brakes from every angle. They will look those over today. Based on the dimensions I furnished, the shell should clear with no mods. At the worst a small amount may have to be shaved off the top of the caliper, like take the casting line off.
The backing plate should be no problem.
These will be a light weight race wheel, approx 25lb (drag only). I have, once again been in contact with Hoosier discussing the max width of a slick. I think we can get a 12" slick in there and keep the orig wheel offset to the outside. The section width may present a problem with trucks that have been dropped (inner fender well). It will be close. These will be 10" rims. Getting 16x9" rims is no problem. The centers can be cut in any design you want. Powder coating is ok.

BRIMSTONE...I may take you up on your offer to help.

Mike, LIGHTNING PERFORMANCE
 
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Mike, if Brimstone can't make it, I'll go in his place. I too live in So. Cali. What city is this place in? Curious if it's closer to me or Brimstone.

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LAND SPEED,

My email is Icientyouth@cs.com. I can give you my # and we can talk.

I will be glad to help since I have been planning on this for a while. My truck sits in the garage most of the time so just let me know...

Mike
 
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Hurry guys, we all need this mod.
 
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I know I do! Make sure they know that we'll need a LOT of these. Lloyd

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LOTS of these

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MY BABIES STAT'S
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2001 ET: 12.???, we'll find out soon.
When the green light drops, the bullsh*t stops.
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