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Old 10-01-2004 | 01:21 PM
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OK Guys,

I'm thinking of changing from my factory 20" chrome wheels to some 20" Centerlines that weigh approximately 13 lbs less (each). Is there any noticeable performance advantage from this swap? Lower ET? Better launch? Higher mpg?
Old 10-01-2004 | 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by nativetexan
OK Guys,

I'm thinking of changing from my factory 20" chrome wheels to some 20" Centerlines that weigh approximately 13 lbs less (each). Is there any noticeable performance advantage from this swap? Lower ET? Better launch? Higher mpg?

well i may still be a noob but im sure everyone will agree you WILL accelerate and brake better than before. just not sure how much. 13x4=52lbs of unsprung weight lost. i think thats pretty freakin good.
Old 10-01-2004 | 02:10 PM
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it will lower it somewhat, what would really make a difference is using a smallr tire, thats the problem I ran into with my regular cab, also my vho doesn't have the decals like yours. looks good.
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In chevy high performance they gained .11 sec, and I think .12 mph by changing to some centerlines that took 12 lbs off each wheel on an SS.
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Does this vho have the same HC 6.0 as my ss? AWD? very sharp looking truck you two have....
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i would not call .11 enough to matter. screw it, get a baer brake upgrade and call it a day.
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That is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the compliments and help.

The VHO is 2wd with the LQ9, 4L65E, and 3.73 gears. It is somewhat similar to the SS.
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with out the awd, same suspension jsut looks plain on the outside except the 20's. it's a wolf in sheeps clothing more or less.
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My wheels/tires I am sure way well over 70 or 75 pounds each.....

Just throw on the Baer 14" EradiStop rotors like I did and you'll be set. I stop better than stock now even with the oew brake pads and calipers.
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the ss awd system hurts our 1/4 times a tad but i think the stock equipped 4:10s help out
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