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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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 Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 1:43 pm Post subject: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels - [email protected] |
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I found Smitty's on Facebook. He does custom wheels from 15" to 24" and specialize in VW stock wheels. I was wondering if anyone here has heard about him or dealt with them?
Here is the FB link. https://www.facebook.com/Smittys-Smoothies-816094871760771/
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heyman3000
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 2:57 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| Never bought his wheels ..but he builds nice stuff...I've seen them on cars and there beautiful...he's doing a 4 lug smoothie....his prices are not crazy...he's got 2 pair of 4 lugs wheels for sale in the carolinavdub page on Facebook for 400 |
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 4:17 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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That's good to know.
He quoted me $575 for 15x6 and 15x7 for the 4. $675 for 16x6 and 16x7. stock offset. 4 lug too.
I know I need wider fenders but I've been researching those too.
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heyman3000
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 4:58 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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[quote="Boosten Ya(Josh)"]That's good to know.
He quoted me $575 for 15x6 and 15x7 for the 4. $675 for 16x6 and 16x7. stock offset. 4 lug too.
I know I need wider fenders but I've been researching those too.[/quote
15x7 should tuck under fenders depending on rim offset and tire...16x7'im not sure..the wheels on Facebook are demo rims from SEMA |
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jclark62
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 5:34 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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The rear wheels on my car are from him. They are a nice set of steelies, especially for the money. And ask him about the offset and width, he may have some insight into that 
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heyman3000
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 5:40 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| Jclark62 , your bug is super nice !!! What size rear rim and tire and front and rear suspension set up ? |
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jclark62
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| Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2016 7:04 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| heyman3000 wrote: |
| Jclark62 , your bug is super nice !!! What size rear rim and tire and front and rear suspension set up ? |
Thank you! The rear wheel is a 15x6, not sure of offset, and the tires are 195/65 radial. For suspension its lowered two splines in the rear and and adjustable beam in the front. This setup also has plenty of space in between the rear fender and tire.
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Fri Dec 16, 2016 7:26 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| jclark62 wrote: |
| The rear wheels on my car are from him. They are a nice set of steelies, especially for the money. And ask him about the offset and width, he may have some insight into that |
Awesome thank you and everyone else. I'm excited the he also can powder coat them just get it done at once. Do the stock hub caps fit the smoothies?
I asked him for stock off set but I'll try to call him today and see what would work best.
Edit: I looked at your pics and I see that the hub caps do fit lol
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jclark62
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| Posted: Fri Dec 16, 2016 1:55 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| Boosten Ya(Josh) wrote: |
| jclark62 wrote: |
| The rear wheels on my car are from him. They are a nice set of steelies, especially for the money. And ask him about the offset and width, he may have some insight into that |
Awesome thank you and everyone else. I'm excited the he also can powder coat them just get it done at once. Do the stock hub caps fit the smoothies?
I asked him for stock off set but I'll try to call him today and see what would work best.
Edit: I looked at your pics and I see that the hub caps do fit lol |
Yes, but you need to order clips. I can't remember where I got mine from but one set didn't work but another set from a different vendor did.
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Fri Dec 16, 2016 2:08 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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Awesome thank you. Might just order everything from smitty's and call the wheels done.
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2016 7:54 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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Awesome thank you Bill. I'll give them a call.
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stallion777
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| Posted: Mon Jan 02, 2017 6:47 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| I just ordered a set of his wheels last week. Nice guy and he ask a lot of questions such as front narrowed or stock beam, your tire sizes you plan to add. I like that. From the pics I've seen they look good. I should be getting them soon. They are (4) 15x6 with hubcap clips and powder coated bright white. Total shipped to me was $600. I'm happy with that price. I look forward to them coming in. |
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stallion777
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| Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2017 6:10 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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My wheels came in. They look good and I cannot wait ti see them mounted. I was a little worried at first because the hubcap clips were missing but they were in another box.
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Wed Feb 01, 2017 8:32 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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Awesome. I cant wait to see them mounted also.
I think I'm going to go 16x6 front and 16x7.5 rear
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71' Super beetle - prostreet trans 4.10 gear, 1641cc with dual 40 IDFs, W110, and a 1-1/2qt deep oil pan.
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Boosten Ya(Josh)
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| Posted: Tue Feb 07, 2017 7:25 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| stallion777 wrote: |
My wheels came in. They look good and I cannot wait ti see them mounted. I was a little worried at first because the hubcap clips were missing but they were in another box.
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Did Smitty's provide the tool to remove the hubcaps without damaging the chrome or powder coat?
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07' Ford Ranger - New DD.
71' Super beetle - prostreet trans 4.10 gear, 1641cc with dual 40 IDFs, W110, and a 1-1/2qt deep oil pan.
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stallion777
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| Posted: Wed Feb 08, 2017 9:26 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| I ordered 4 15x6 for my 1963 Herbie replica. I just bought tires. 195/60 in front and 215/60 in rear. They will be mounted soon. I will post pics. The hubcap pullers were not included. I bought 2 on ebay for 15 bucks. |
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evillrdnikon
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| Posted: Wed Feb 08, 2017 10:28 am Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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| stallion777 wrote: |
| I ordered 4 15x6 for my 1963 Herbie replica. I just bought tires. 195/60 in front and 215/60 in rear. They will be mounted soon. I will post pics. The hubcap pullers were not included. I bought 2 on ebay for 15 bucks. |
Please post pictures! I am running 2" narrowed adjustable front beam (raised up), 2.5" drops spindles, and adjustable springplate in the rear (Dropped 1.1" or 1 spline)
I am looking at 15x6" for the rears and was thinking about getting 205/65R15 but if your 215's fit then I can go to the size. I am planning on running 185/60R15 up front. |
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Mike Fisher
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| Posted: Wed Feb 08, 2017 5:01 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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103 pages of tire/wheel/suspension pictures & info below, so you can make up your mind what to buy! I just buy pairs of used tires if I'm not sure & run them until they wear out in a couple years? I have good used 185X60X15 Firestone & 205X70X15 Michelin on 5.5X15 Fuchs 2.0 liter wheels now. Lowered 2 & 1 splines.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=247735
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LandalftheGray
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| Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 6:02 pm Post subject: Re: Smitty's smoothies custom wheels |
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Those are some beautiful wheels! I just sent him a message about possibly doing a set in 15"x6" in 5x130.
Anyone else have any experience with him?
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