X-LARGE Wheel Tubs with Dimple Died Side Panels (Pair) – Heavy-Duty 18-Gauge Steel | Precision Fabrication for Custom Builds

If you're searching for next-level fabrication parts that set your custom build apart from the crowd, these X-Large Wheel Tubs with Dimple Died Side Panels deliver the strength, style, and structural integrity serious builders demand. Engineered from heavy-duty 18-gauge steel, these tubs are the ideal foundation for wide-tire upgrades, mini-tubs, back-halves, drag-style builds, air ride setups, pro-touring projects, and full custom restorations.

Designed for builders who don’t just want to fit bigger wheels—but want to showcase craftsmanship, improve rigidity, and create a professional, competition-grade finish—this complete pair of wheel tubs raises the bar for function and form. With dimple died side panels TIG-tacked into place, these tubs add structural strength, enhanced airflow characteristics, a race-inspired look, and a premium hand-built appearance right out of the box.

Whether you’re building a full custom truck, classic muscle car, modern street machine, or chassis-swapped hot rod, these X-Large Wheel Tubs give you the clearance, durability, and visual appeal high-performance builds require.

Premium Features & Specifications

• Heavy-Duty 18-Gauge Steel Construction

These tubs are built using tougher, thicker steel than many mass-produced alternatives.
18-gauge steel offers:

• Exceptional shape retention under stress

• Excellent weldability

• Strong resistance to deformation

• Superior durability over the long term

Perfect for builds that expect to see real driving, air suspension travel, drag launches, or high-power street abuse.

• Dimple Died Side Panels (TIG-Tacked)

The included side panels feature precision-cut dimple dies that serve both form and function:

• Adds structural rigidity without excess weight

• Enhances ventilation and airflow behind the tubs

• Provides a race-ready aesthetic found in professional fabrication

• Strengthens the panel against warping or flexing

The side panels come TIG tacked, meaning they are aligned and secured, but left ready for final welding to match your build’s exact needs.

• X-Large Dimensions for Serious Tire Clearance

Approximate Measurements:
• 36" Long
• 13" Deep
• 20" Tall

This size accommodates significantly wider and taller wheel/tire packages than stock tubs ever could.
Perfect for:

• Wide rear wheels

• Drag radials

• Mini-tub conversions

• Air-ride setups with full bag compression

• Notched frames or back-half chassis setups

• Bagged trucks laying frame or body

If your build requires serious wheel clearance, these tubs deliver the room to run the aggressive stance, wheel lip, and suspension travel you want.

• Fabrication-Ready Design

As with any high-quality custom sheet metal component, cutting, trimming, welding, and fabrication will be required.

Every vehicle is different, and these tubs are designed as a foundation, not a bolt-in part.

Variables that affect fitment include:

• Tire height

• Tire width

• Wheel offset

• Backspacing

• Vehicle make/model/year

• Shortened or widened axles

• Custom frames, back halves, and notch kits

• Air ride vs. static drop configuration

Because no two custom builds are identical, we strongly recommend test-fitting, trimming, and measuring once the vehicle is sitting at ride height with the existing tubs removed.

Why Choose These X-Large Wheel Tubs for Your Build?

1. Built for Serious Builders Who Expect Quality

These aren’t thin, stamped, lightweight tubs found in generic catalog kits.
They are engineered for high-end fabrication, real-world driving, and long-term durability.

If you’re building:

• A show truck

• A drag racer

• A pro-touring machine

• A mini-tubbed classic car

• A full custom resto-mod

• A bagged truck or SUV

…then you need wheel tubs that are strong, clean, and capable of handling the demands of bigger wheels and custom suspension travel.

2. Perfect for Custom Trucks & SUVs Running Wide Wheels

Today’s truck and SUV culture demands deep-dish wheels, massive tires, and aggressive stance.
Stock wheel tubs limit wheel and suspension travel and often interfere with lowering or bag setups.

These X-Large tubs solve that problem by giving you:

• Extra width for inner wheel clearance

• Additional height for bag compression

• Strong side panel reinforcement

• Room for creative suspension configurations

Ideal for:

• Silverado / Sierra

• F-150

• Ram

• C10 / OBS / Squarebody

• S10 mini-tub builds

• Tahoes, Suburbans, Avalanches

• Custom chassis trucks

3. Excellent for Classic Car Mini-Tub or Pro-Touring Builds

Classic muscle cars are gaining significant performance upgrades—from big brakes to fat sticky tires.
These tubs allow wider tire fitment without compromising body integrity.

Perfect for:

• Camaro, Nova, Firebird

• Mustang, Torino, Fairlane

• Chevelle, El Camino, Monte Carlo

• Mopar A/B/E body projects

• Oldsmobile, Buick, Pontiac classics

Wider tires = better traction, better handling, and a more aggressive stance.
These tubs help you get there cleanly and safely.

4. Enhanced Structural Strength

Dimple-died panels aren’t just for looks—they’re functional.
The dimples:

• Stiffen the panel significantly

• Reduce weight vs. thicker metal

• Prevent flex in high-stress environments

• Increase durability

• Improve airflow around suspension components

This takes your build beyond “just functional” and into “professional-grade fabrication.”

5. TIG-Tacked Side Panels Offer Flexibility

Unlike permanently welded pieces, TIG-tacked panels allow:

• Easier trimming

• Fitment customization

• Seam adjustments

• Perfect alignment during final welding

Your fabricator—or you—can determine the best final welding layout based on your vehicle’s wheel travel and frame structure.

Installation Notes & Recommendations

This is a fabrication part requiring professional tools and skills.
Expect to perform:

• Trimming and cutting

• Sheet metal shaping

• MIG or TIG welding

• Test fitting

• Seam finishing

• Paint or undercoating

These tubs provide a foundation, but final fitment depends heavily on your vehicle’s geometry and suspension setup.

VERY IMPORTANT:
Always cut out your OEM tubs FIRST, place the vehicle at ride height, and mock-up your wheels/tires before trimming these tubs.

Fitment Disclaimer

We cannot guarantee fitment for any specific vehicle.
There are too many variables, including but not limited to:

• Wheel and tire size

• Suspension configuration

• Air ride compression range

• Shortened/widened axles

• Custom chassis work

• Back-half fabrication

• Wheel offset & backspacing

• Frame notch design

You MUST measure your build before final welding.

WARNING: Fabrication Required

All sheet metal parts are considered foundational components, meaning:

• Cutting may be required

• Trimming may be necessary

• Welding will be required

• Body work may be needed

These tubs will arrive unfinished, ready for customization and final prep.

Why These Wheel Tubs Rank High With Fabricators

Builders consistently choose these tubs because they offer:

• Reliability under high load

• Clean weld surfaces

• Strong structural geometry

• Larger internal clearance

• Professional racing aesthetics

• Easy integration into custom builds

These are tubs made for people who demand more than average.

Order Your X-Large Wheel Tubs Today

If your build requires big clearance, high strength, and professional-grade craftsmanship, these X-Large Wheel Tubs with Dimple Died Side Panels are the perfect upgrade. Built from durable 18-gauge steel and designed for serious custom work, they deliver unmatched performance and visual impact.

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