Hey Bob, did you ever get that check I sent you for the roll pan?
Alex
----- Original Message -----
From: Bob Mankin <bob@cadpros.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 28, 2000 8:45 PM
Subject: Re: DML: Billet wheels and backspacing
> Alex Ross wrote:
> >
> > I am having trouble finding 17" wheels for my 97 that have the correct
lug
> > pattern and enough backspacing that will allow me to lower my truck in
the
> > future. I have already tried Weld, Billet Specialties and B.
Coddington. I
> > think I need about 6" of backspacing on a 17x8 wheel so I can install
the
> > Hotchkis package (2" front/3"rear). Anybody care to enlighten/correct
me?
> > How about Budnik or Colorado Custom? I know they are VERY expensive. I
am
> > looking to spend about $2k for tires and wheels.
> >
> > Alex
> > 97 CC Sport V8 5spd
>
> Alex,
>
> Just ordered Colorado Custom wheels last week. For 17x8 you'll want
> 5.75" backspacing. For 17x9.5 that I'm using for the rear it will be
> 6.25" backspacing. That combo of wheels came in right about $2100(no
> tires though).
>
> Budnik is another option. They'll know the backspacing if you call them.
> Gary Pinkley has Budniks on his DAK.
>
> Good luck.
>
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