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steel rims vs alloy

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by jasonh, May 7, 2008.

  1. May 7, 2008 at 5:41 AM
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    jasonh

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    jasonh [OP] tossed salad anyone?

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    wow what a difference. my truck came with the steel rims and crap dunlop tire. i just changed to some 16 alloy rims with bf goodrich and i am shocked of how much better it rides. ive fallin in love with my truck all over again lol.
     
    jasonh, May 7, 2008
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  2. May 7, 2008 at 6:08 AM
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    Roland

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    Roland My other ride has sails

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    Gratz on the new wheels and love affair. :thumbsup: The tires are probably making more of a difference in ride quality than the wheels. :worthless:
     
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