Getting wheels widened?

kdogg85 · Sep 11, 2013

My tires are on their last legs bfg 275/65/20 on stock 20s. I want to run 35x12.50's. I've seen these tires on stock wheels and they look stupid, being pooched out and all. And I haven't found another wheel I really like.

Can I get my factory wheels widened to 10.5 or 11", or am I asking for trouble? If it can be done, who would i look to? Truck is leveled btw.

Thanks guys.

Pizza pig · Sep 11, 2013

Ill ask my buddy who did his barrels, but they werent on a truck, a VW. Im sure if it was done right it wouldnt be an issue

Hellen Keller sent this?

kdogg85 · Sep 11, 2013

As long as the welding is flawless and they balance right, I don't see a problem myself.

Or if this would be more realistic, get my centers cut out and welded into new rims?

fordfreak4life · Sep 11, 2013

kdogg85 said:
As long as the welding is flawless and they balance right, I don't see a problem myself.

Or if this would be more realistic, get my centers cut out and welded into new rims?

theres a place in Kansas City that does an awesome job but I can't remember there name

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Spectre32 · Sep 11, 2013

They will croode around the welds unless treated. Factory rims are a mix of a few different alloys to provide superior corrosion resistance, strength and looks. Might not be a problem if your in an area that lacks snow.

florida 6.0 · Sep 11, 2013

Weldcraftwheels.com

kdogg85 · Sep 11, 2013

Thanks man, I'll call them in just a minute.

loboost · Sep 13, 2013

florida 6.0 said:
Weldcraftwheels.com

Have you used them?

Theyve got some subpar reviews

florida 6.0 · Sep 13, 2013

No , Its the place all the Mustang guys use . The name comes up a
lot around here .

little luke · Sep 17, 2013

I'm glad this was brought up. I believe I'm going to try this to the steel wheels on my f150 project.

kdogg85 · Sep 27, 2013

I got in touch with Atlantic coast wheel in Atlanta. They welded my centers in 11" hoops, wrapped them in Toyo at2's. I done several boosted launches, I broke 6 wheel studs. The wheels held up fine, lost 6 months of tire tread to boot.