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5/09/2002
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My R/T wheels should be here today... My question is when I put them on (with tires) will they tuck inside the wheel well? I need to know, so I know what size tires will fit..
Thanks, Drew
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Tom Slick
GenII
5/09/2002
16:17:26
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255/50ZR17 BFG G-Force T/A's should fit just fine...
check out mine...
Later!
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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1Flamed92Dak
Dodge Dakota
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5/09/2002
22:11:38
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The wheels will fit, there is a small problem though the dust caps on the front spindles will hit the center cap all i did was grind off about a 1/8 inch of the spindle and slowly tap the dust cover flat as i rotated the tire and now the center cap fits perfectly some people state that the upper control arm might need to be grinded down to but i didnt run into that problem with mine as for tires 255/50/17 will work perfect
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QuickRacing
Dodge Dakota
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5/10/2002
00:37:02
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How close are 255/50/17 to the factory set up?? I have smaller tires now due to lowering it... I don't know what the height is on the factory set up?
Thanks Drew
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1Flamed92Dak
Dodge Dakota
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5/16/2002
15:48:16
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QuickRacing I just bought a set of Dunlop Rovers GTX from the Tirerack and paid 569 delivered they are 255/55/17 and the upper control arm does need to be grinded a little took about 30 minutes to do both sides. TRUST ME your gonna love the way the truck looks and Handles. I also have the R/T wheels not like TOM Slicks Truck he has Aftermarket wheels. Hopefully you didnt lower the front too much as for the 255/55/17 or the 255/50/17 probally wont fit. The only lowering i did to mine was the in the rear. Hopefully this helps.
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/16/2002
16:36:33
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Well, The front end is lowered 2"? (I think?) It's really going to suck if I buy tires and they don't fit!!! I'm geting 255/50/17 Brigestones, Are these good tires? The list for 4 new tires is $594. and I'm getting them for $200.!! It pays to know the right people! I'll let you know if they fit! Do you think it's too low?
Drew
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1Flamed92Dak
Dodge Dakota
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5/20/2002
22:15:34
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Hey I sent you a picture of my 92 Dak with the R/T wheels so what do you think????? Im really curious as for the 255/50/17 they might fit not really sure but they will fit on the rear no problem and if they dont fit save them for spares my only advice on that. Mike
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4wDakota
GenIII
5/21/2002
09:54:06
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Hey 1Flamed92Dak could you email me that pic of your Gen II on R/T's or post it on here.
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Corey
98 CC 4x4, 5.2 Auto 3.55LSD
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/28/2002
14:51:21
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Well my tires came in... Potenza 255/50/17
List for purchase with mount and balance came to just under $1100. I paid $200. :) I think I got a hell of a deal!! Anyway I really hope they fit. I'll let you all know when I get them on! Hopefully by the end of the week!
Drew
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1Flamed92Dak
Gen I
5/28/2002
19:42:39
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Cool, Good luck. Remember to grind the spindle and the upper control arm before you mount the wheels up, its really easy to do
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Tom Slick
GenII
5/28/2002
22:10:47
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1Flamed92Dak - NO!!! There is no need to grind on anything on his Gen 2!!!
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/28/2002
22:31:32
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Tom, I trust your judgement (honestly) But are you SURE!?
Drew
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Tom Slick
GenII
5/28/2002
23:01:45
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Absolutely sure!
My rims were made for the Gen 3 Dakotas and Durangos, and they fit perfectly on my Dakota.
Remember, 1Flamed92Dak's Dakota is a 92 model... they have been a few changes since then...
Later!
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/28/2002
23:28:14
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Tom, Thanks!
I have a few questions for you.. Is there any way I could talk to you yet tonight? E-mail me either way!
Thanks
Drew
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Tom Slick
GenII
5/28/2002
23:29:53
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e-mail me at tnorth@hotmail.com...
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/28/2002
23:32:35
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Tom, Thanks!
I have a few questions for you.. Is there any way I could talk to you yet tonight? E-mail me either way!
Thanks
Drew
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Lew360
Dodge Dakota
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5/29/2002
00:39:52
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Here try this guys pictures.
http://www.yottadot.org/myegallery.php?&do=showgall&gid=49
'99 RC R/T,Gibson Headers and Cat-back,
MSD 6a BTM, IAT adjuster, Powerdyne
Supercharger.
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/29/2002
23:35:25
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Well... I gave it a try
The damn wheels are too big!
Back to the drawing board~
Anyone for a set of R/T wheels with (BRAND NEW) Potenza 255/50/17?
Drew
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Tom Slick
GenII
5/29/2002
23:39:27
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Too big???
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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BlackDakRacer
Dodge Dakota
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5/30/2002
00:37:04
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hey quick how much??
~~Eric
they will fit my 98 correct?
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/30/2002
10:31:05
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ya... to big!
~Eric E-mail me
Drew
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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5/30/2002
10:47:16
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QuickRacing:
What part of the combo was too big? I assume it was the big 255/50 tires. I have a 95 Sport lowered 2/3, soon to be 4/5, and wanted to know if I could run an R/T wheel. But I'm having second thoughts because of the 9" width. Something that wide won't tuck without crazy camber.
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/30/2002
11:00:59
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Well Dave, You've got your work cut out for ya! You are right the tires are too big! In your case, When you go even lower, the tires might rub on the tops of the fenders.. They clear the top of the fenders now by 2in. and mines lowered 2/4!
My problem is on the rear part of the fender well. When I turn, the tires rub.. You will have this problem too. But what I'm thinking.... I've got so much money already invested, why not punch the fender well in!? "They'll fit then!!" Is that possible? (with out making it look like hell?)
Or better yet.. does anyone make custom wheels for the Dakotas the are NOT off set? I'd really like my tires to tuck in the wheel well!
Sorry for the long post, but I need ideas! Or someone to buy my idea out! :)
Drew
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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5/30/2002
11:19:21
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I think that I will encounter clearance problems with the height of my tires once I drop it a couple of more inches. So I figured I would do what the other mini truckers do when they encounter this problem when a truck gets bagged. Cut out the fender well. I might make some new custom ones from sheetmetal but I have a 2.5 so there is plenty of room under my hood. I can actually stand flat on the ground between my radiator and motor.
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/30/2002
11:42:49
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Ya, I want to get more "custom" work done.. So I may start with the wells! Where do you find "MiniTruckin" ? All I can find is "Truckin"
I like some idea on how hard it's going to be!
Thanks
Drew
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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5/31/2002
00:21:46
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I just grab it at Wal-Mart lol
I get MiniTruckin and Sport Truck
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/31/2002
00:31:41
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I'll have to check it out!
Thanks
Drew
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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5/31/2002
01:24:35
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drew:
before makin me measure tommorow...do you think that the rim would tuck? I seriously doubt I could tuck the 9" wide r/t wheel. Even if I put on some smaller tires, maybe a 225 at most. I'll prolly be better off gettin some other wheels...
argh! lol
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QuickRacing
GenII
5/31/2002
10:25:19
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Ya, I realize that now!
But I've got alot of cash invested in these, What I would really like, is to find a aftermarket wheel the is NOT off set! Just like the factory ones. They'll tuck in. Any ideas?
Drew
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Diligent Dave
Dodge Dakota
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6/01/2002
16:28:17
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I've checked out the 18x8 Enkei RT6 wheel at Discount Tire. I think that is what I will be going with.
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92dakotahd
GenII
6/27/2002
02:40:00
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Ok, I have a 92 CC and I'm curious about the "Accessory" R/T rims. People say they'll fit but I had a fair amount of problems with the "normal" GenIII rims I have now(5 spoke). The rims themselves had to be grinded and with 235/75/R15s I have rubbing on turns still. And I can't "cut" my well out because it's rubbing the frame. Should I just give up?
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