Wheel widening?

**Rocko71** · 03-15-2006

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

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

Check on ls1tech, in the wheels section they have all the info needed.

**USAZR1** · 03-16-2006

Weldcraft does nice work and has a fast turnaround time. For most jobs,they charge $125/wheel.
(734) 420-2211

**jeffandre** · 03-23-2006

Originally Posted by USAZR1

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

Originally Posted by USAZR1

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

Originally Posted by EFI69Cam

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

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

Originally Posted by BRIAN

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

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

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.

**streetrod77** · 03-31-2006

I guess you better stick with Weldcraft. I also heard they do good work.

**70ptta** · 06-23-2006

Where in CA is eric vaughns shop? Does he have a website or #

**TonyL** · 06-23-2006

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

Weldcraft is the place to go. Fast service, excellent work and affordable.

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Thanks Clint!