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Old 04-13-2010, 12:28 AM   #113
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Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck?

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Originally Posted by tncdrew View Post
NorthernGMC,
I haven't noticed any offset issues with the newer style aluminum wheels found on the 2500/3500HD GM trucks. The only thing that may not be desirable is that they are only 6.5" wide, which limits the width of tire you can run. I just happened to get a steal of a deal on the take off's I'm running from C/L.
Thanks I understand that you can't take a set of 6 lug wheels off of a newer 1/2 ton and stick them on a 67-70 6 lug as there are problems with offset and the centre opening is smaller on the new OEM wheels.
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