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Do the P-30's have an available aluminum rim?
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Any experience with these?

Dave, don't you have a set on yours?

Any negatives, any positives?

I would assume they would assist in mileage, help cool the brakes, and complement steering/handling, as they do in a car.

Who make them and are they a recommended upgrade?

I would be looking to replace my tires in a year or two, probably wait until then..


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Hi Windsor,

I have no experience with this, but I've read of the products from Alcoa.

Google with "P30" and "Alcoa" brought me these sites:
http://www.southwestwheel.com/wheels/alcoa/chevydual.htm

http://www.alcoa.com/alcoawheels/north_america/en/info_page/class_a.asp

Keep me posted on your efforts, I'd love to learn more!
Matt


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I have s/s covers but the wheels are steel.

Now the front wheels are the Ellis Safewide Wheels and I don't know if they are steel or aluminum.


 
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Originally posted by Dave Bowers:

Now the front wheels are the Ellis Safewide Wheels and I don't know if they are steel or aluminum.


The Ellis/Boxer wheels I have seen were chrome plated steel.


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Does anyone make these wheels anymore?

Neil.


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I found some rims on the Workhorse Website that might work for your application.


http://www.workhorse.com/Default.aspx?tabid=71&Category...evel=a&ProductID=345



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