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Level 8 Gaurdians

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by Elp303, Apr 12, 2012.

  1. Oct 6, 2012 at 5:37 PM
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    Elp303

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    I had the cab mount chopped and did a bunch of trimming. I had my Icons at about 2" in the pics but had to crank them up a bit more. I still have some rubbing in reverse if there is a few guys in the truck. The next time you take it off road you will see where it rubs so you know how much to trim.

    Post a few pics when you have a chance.
     
  2. Oct 11, 2012 at 6:41 PM
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    IluvTEA

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    Pics!! Got a great deal on some Bronze Level 8 Guardians. They are wrapped in Treadwright Warden A/T 285/75R16.

    I love the stance that it gives the truck... totally changes the look of the truck.

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    With 55 mm center cap...

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    without center cap...

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    front view to show offset and stance...

    [​IMG]
     
  3. Oct 11, 2012 at 6:43 PM
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    Looks good without the caps too
     
  4. Oct 11, 2012 at 6:47 PM
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    Those look awesome on your truck! I debated between the bronze and black for a long time. Thought bronze would be too much color w my TM
     
  5. Oct 11, 2012 at 7:05 PM
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    IluvTEA

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    Thanks boardude!

    I'm not sure if I 100% like the bronze. I had a stormtrooper look going before this. The black rims are getting a little too common though. I'll wait a few weeks/months and see if I want to switch back to black.
     
  6. Oct 11, 2012 at 7:09 PM
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    boardude

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    Yeah I hear ya on the black. It seems that gunmetal is the new black... I wish the guardians came in gunmetal, those would look siiiiiiiiiiiick
     
  7. Oct 11, 2012 at 7:11 PM
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    IluvTEA

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    Paint them! That would look great with your TM truck!
     
  8. Oct 12, 2012 at 8:32 AM
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    Hmm now Im tempted. I almost went with the SCS F-5 wheels because I liked the gunmetal look. The bronze looks good on yours.. it unique
     
  9. Oct 12, 2012 at 11:45 AM
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    Very sharp IluvTEA! Thank you for sharing!
     
  10. Oct 12, 2012 at 3:03 PM
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    Looks great! I am digging the bronze. I wish the 16's were available when I got mine. The tires look beefier.
     
  11. Oct 12, 2012 at 3:06 PM
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    Those look great. W/O cap is the way I will go . I have these in my cart on Discounttire, ready to go when the funds become available
     
  12. Oct 15, 2012 at 9:46 AM
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    Thanks! the gunmetal would look great on your timberland truck. Maybe have the guys in the photoshop request thread make a pic for you.

    Thanks Discount Tire! It's my pleasure to show off a great product!

    Quick question for you, do the stock TPMS (from the TRD OR wheels) fit in these rims?

    Thanks man! Yours truck looks great too! and thanks for the extra pics!

    it's always a trade off between 16 and 17. I like the look of the 17s but I prefer the 16 because the tires are a little cheaper and there is more tire to protect the rim when on the trails.

    Do it! You won't regret it! The bronze wheels look great on a black truck!
     
  13. Oct 15, 2012 at 12:46 PM
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    Yes. Your OEM TPMS sensors will work :cool:
     
  14. Oct 15, 2012 at 4:18 PM
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    Awesome! Thanks for the quick response!
     
  15. Oct 15, 2012 at 7:23 PM
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    Elp303

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    The sensors from my sport wheels stuck up a lot. They are almost even with the rim. I just spent the weekend bombing around the desert at 15Psi. I was worried about braking one on a rock or something but was fine. I would just be careful if you get a flat not to run on it.

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  16. Oct 15, 2012 at 8:06 PM
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    Me Taco Too Much Good Job!

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    thoughts on this mock up?

    Im kicking these around or the SCS Stealth 6's

    I currently have duratracs 295/65/r18 and chrome wheels.

    hate the wheels, love the tires but daddy needs new wheels and tires...

    Let me know your thoughts.

    thanks for your help

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  17. Oct 15, 2012 at 8:46 PM
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    Thanks buddy
     
  18. Oct 15, 2012 at 8:53 PM
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    IluvTEA

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    I like the Guardians, but I probably have a biased opinion. Haha

    I think the SCS's look great too. They were on my list too, but were a little bit out of my price range.

    You can start a new thread with a poll to see what the masses think...
     

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