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Old Jul 15, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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Centerline Rapids installed on '04 XLT Scab

I know some people were wanting some pics when I got these installed, so here they are.
20" Centerline Rapid Wheels, Polished finish
Hankook Ventus ST Tires - 295/45R20.
Truck setup is stock, but I have drop shackles to install...

The wheels stick out a little, but I think it's more the tires since they're a little wide. I can't complain considering I got them for $800 on eBay...

Let me know what you think!



There are more pics in my gallery.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2006 | 07:33 PM
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they look sexy
 
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Old Jul 15, 2006 | 07:49 PM
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Nice looking wheels, gonna look even better once dropped.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 09:53 AM
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They look really good
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 10:58 AM
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They look great!
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 12:13 PM
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Looks smooth bud
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 01:17 PM
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I give it
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 02:05 PM
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Centerline makes some of the nicest looking and best quality wheels. ROTARY FORGED billet aluminum. You got a good deal.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 04:29 PM
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Thanks for the compliments everyone!
One thing I noticed when installing them was that they are very well balanced. With the factory wheels, when I loosened the lug nuts, the top would tip in. With these, I slide them onto the lug nuts and they hang perfectly, and you don't have to hassle with getting the lug nuts on.

I just installed the drop shackles... I love the new look!

 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 06:49 PM
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Great looking truck. You've made my decision a lot easier as I've been wanting these wheels for my True Blue SCab. But before I order them, has the ride quality changed since you've installed these wheels?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 07:02 PM
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Great looking truck. You've made my decision a lot easier as I've been wanting these wheels for my True Blue SCab. But before I order them, has the ride quality changed since you've installed these wheels?
Well, I just put them on yesterday, so not much driving time on them.

I had the Michelin's from the factory, and their ride was good.
I don't notice the ride being any worse, and it could be my mind playing tricks on me, but they have actually felt smoother over some bumps.

Wet traction with the Hankooks actually seems better than with my michelins. When leaving the car wash, I span the tires and the rear did walk a little, but I felt like a I had better control than I did with the stock tires.

I think the tires you put on will make the biggest difference. From what I can tell so far, the Hankook's have a great balance of performance and comfort, and the price can't be beat.

I'll keep people updated as I get more miles on them since most people I see with street 20's have Good Years.


One other cosmetic item, is the tires do stick out. I don't have flares, but I think I'll probably be getting some of the "thin" factory ones. I think they'd look PERFECT with those. They're not bad how they are though, and the backspacing allows you to fit a FAT tire on there without being anywhere near rubbing.
 
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