I just got a 2WD SuperCrew Lariat. I was messing around and noticed the nice, chrome rims are nothing more than chrome-looking plastic on top of a grey steel rim. Anyone else think this is CHEAP?!?!
What is the telephone number to call Ford and complain?
-Michael

 

I agree, very cheap. They look fine from a distance but up close you can tell it's just a plastic cover. I've had alot of comments about why Ford went with these plastic rims. I only wished I could have gotten the other 17" spoke rims. One would have thought that the Lariat would have come with better wheels.

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2001 F150 SuperCrew, Lariat,4x4,5.4,Tow,Slider,6 CD,Moon
Roof,60/40,Two Tone,Snugtop Campershell,Yakima rack system & a Disneyland Mickey Mouse antenna ball. Color:White/Silver
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I've noticed too! so when the chance to replace them came up I did it. 10 spoke King ranch/biege inserts...no ball on the ant......matchbox winged sprint car!

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'01 SCrew,Lariat,Blk/Gold,Cp'n chairs/con. 4x4,moonroof,leather, 6-disc cd,drug it through the garden! (A-plan)
10 spoke KRE's http://albums.photopoint.com/j/Album...a=11882028&f=0

 

I'm really glad I opted for the off road package with my lariat...Not only are those rims cheap, they also don't look as good as the other wheels offered IMHO.....

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I replaced the stock 17" rims on my 97 Flareside 4X4 with 16" custom tims. I still have the original saw blade style that came on it. I may end up changing to them, but I just wish they were chromed(anyone know who will chrome rims and how much it would be to have them done?).

It sounds like another excuse to customize again(as if I need an excuse)!!!
-Michael

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Oxford White 2001 SuperCrew Lariat 4X2
MODS:
Roadmaster Active Suspension

 

Fireman.....I know several people who have done business with Capital Wheel, all have been very satisfied. They have an exchange program where you keep your stock wheels until your new ones arrive. Once your stock wheels are received they refund the core charge (deposit), very cool.

www.capitalwheels.com

Above all they do excellent work and stand behind it.





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Ordered 2-20-01 TPW of 3-12-01 assigned on 2-26-01 DELIVERED 3-21-01! '01 F150 SCab XLT 4x4 SWB
507A Pkg.
Oxford white
Dark Graphite Interior
Captains Chairs
5.4 Triton
Auto Tranny
Off Road Package
Towing Package
Power Moonroof
3.55 Limited Slip
Heated Seats
AM-FM Cassette/6 disc CD
Power Drivers Seat
Sliding Rear Window
Adjustable Pedals
Electronic 4x4 Shift

Immediate Mods - Rhino Liner, 285's on Weld Wheels, K & N FIPK, Catback Exhaust

 

Fireman467 - I noticed that you have the Roadmaster Active Suspension System - does it perform as expected? . . . would you do install it again?


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Gots: 2000 F-150, 4x4, SCab, XLT, Island Blue, Styleside, 157” Wheelbase, 5.4L EFI, 4-Speed Auto O/D, Class III Towing Package; AM/FM/CD; Dark Graphite 40/60 Cloth Seats (F/R); Rear Slider; 4 Wheel ABS; “Ex-Tang” Snapless Tonneau; Ford “Duraliner” Bedliner; “CDA” Paint Saver Pad; “Lund Runners” Truck Steps; “Husky” Splashguards; “Weather Tech” Floor Mats; “Saddleman” Hood Protector; “WeatherTech” WeatherFlectors; 4th Brake Light (again!); “Pilot” 55 Watt Backup Lights (pair, under hitch).

Wants: “K&N” FIPK; “Gibson” Dual Sport Truck Cat-Back Exhaust System; “Exotic Wood” Steering Wheel & Dash Kit; “RoadMaster” Active Suspension; Lighted “Blue Oval” Logos – grill and tailgate; Remote Starter; Pilot Driving Lights; “Lund” Backdraft Tailgate Spoiler;

 

I can't speak much on the suspension. I only have 150 miles on my Supercrew. 75 of them were from the drive home with it(all interstate). I was out of town for a week, then returned and installed the suspension.
I will say so far, I really think it is a really good product and a worthwhile investment. My truck does seem to corner much better now. I don't know about a load yet.
-Michael

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Oxford White 2001 SuperCrew Lariat 4X2
MODS:
Roadmaster Active Suspension

 

Fireman,
You have had the roadmaster for a bit now and I am wondering how they are performing. Do you also have a sway bar or considering installation of one? My roadmaster shpuld be here any day now.

 

here's a good option,
AVAILABLE IN SILVER AND CHROME

SILVER $100 EACH
CHROME $200 EACH

17 X 7.5



available at http://www.victoriatire.com

 

Wow nice rims!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

found the web page
http://www.victoriatire.com/w_car_se...8410979128894&

Thanks for the info..