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Rocko71
03-15-2006, 09:22 PM
Does anyone know of a company that widens (aluminum) wheels? I am looking at a set for my 4th gen Camaro, and they only go up to 17x9.5, which is fine for the front, but I would really like 17x11s in the back. If anyone knows of a company that does this, or has had any experience with this (positive or negative) please let me know. Also, if you have any idea on pricing, that would be cool, too. Thanks alot!
ProStreet R/T
03-16-2006, 02:44 AM
Just buy aftermarket wheels in the size you want. I priced it out to have a set widened at it was over $300 per wheel.
Jimmy Sean
03-16-2006, 07:25 AM
Check on ls1tech, in the wheels section they have all the info needed.
USAZR1
03-16-2006, 03:17 PM
Weldcraft does nice work and has a fast turnaround time. For most jobs,they charge $125/wheel.
(734) 420-2211
jeffandre
03-23-2006, 11:23 AM
Weldcraft does nice work and has a fast turnaround time. For most jobs,they charge $125/wheel.
(734) 420-2211

Thanks Clint, you have given me the perfect answer to my upcoming dilemma. Not only will Weldcraft widen my 19x10's ($225 ea.), they will also weld my Vette Brakes adapter to the wheel to adjust the backspacing per my specs. Saves me nearly a thousand dollars over having to buy 2 new wheels!
EFI69Cam
03-23-2006, 01:54 PM
Weldcraft does nice work and has a fast turnaround time. For most jobs,they charge $125/wheel.
(734) 420-2211

Can they add 3" of width?
BEEBE
03-23-2006, 02:34 PM
Can they add 3" of width?

I spoke with them not too long ago, sounded like 2 1/2 is the widest. I would call and verify.
BRIAN
03-23-2006, 05:07 PM
Eric Vaughn in CA is probably one of the best at altering wheels. Not cheap at approx $300ea but he can add up to 5" to a wheel. He is the guy the wheel makers go. I am sending him a set next week. If interested I can post number. If you do search I am sure I posted before.
USAZR1
03-24-2006, 12:48 PM
Eric Vaughn in CA is probably one of the best at altering wheels. Not cheap at approx $300ea but he can add up to 5" to a wheel. He is the guy the wheel makers go. I am sending him a set next week. If interested I can post number. If you do search I am sure I posted before.

I sent Eric Vaughn a pair of Corvette wheels to narrow,about seven or eight years ago. Never got them back. You really do not want to do business with that crooked SOB.
If I ever meet that guy,he's got an asskicking coming. Trust me.
BRIAN
03-24-2006, 05:58 PM
Are you serious? He does most of the big name wheels. They do not make hoops wide enough and he is the one who does the work. I even asked Phil at PS and he was ok with him. Maybe I will check your guy out.

You always find info here.
USAZR1
03-24-2006, 07:00 PM
Dead serious,Brian. Vaughn just kept my wheels. After many months of calling him and getting numerous excuses,he finally quit taking my calls altogether.
I have family out there. If I ever do visit them again,I'm going to make a point to drive over to his place and have a "friendly chat" with the dude. Hope he hasn't forgotten me. :box2:
streetrod77
03-31-2006, 08:43 AM
I guess you better stick with Weldcraft. I also heard they do good work.
70ptta
06-23-2006, 05:30 PM
Where in CA is eric vaughns shop? Does he have a website or #
TonyL
06-23-2006, 05:54 PM
Vaughn Machine — Eric Vaughn repairs and modifies vintage aluminum wheels
111 North Myrtle Avenue, #B
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 358-6413
MrQuick
06-23-2006, 10:59 PM
Weldcraft is the place to go. Fast service, excellent work and affordable.