What do you think about these rims? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Wild83C10 · 05-31-2009, 09:12 PM

I like the rims, not sure if I like them on my truck though. The photoshop job isn't the best, but it was my first time.

My other option will be the Coys C-5 or the Boss 338, just need to see if I can get a 4.5" backspacing in 18". I was looking for a 10" or wider rim so I can run a 315/35/18 Hoosier drag radial.

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**truckfan** · 05-31-2009, 09:24 PM

i must be showing my age, cuz i like those torque thrusts. i am into period correct rims. i love the 18" cragar ss on the square bodies

dammitmitchell · 05-31-2009, 09:51 PM

i strongly dislike those photoshopped rims..
dont match your truck at all....
bleh! but that's juts my opinion..

heidesign · 05-31-2009, 09:56 PM

not so much.

Bill

smashingchuck · 05-31-2009, 09:58 PM

I like the wheels, and I like your truck, but I really don't like the two of them together.

Whats wrong with the ones you have?

menace121978 · 05-31-2009, 10:24 PM

i like the ones in the 1st pic.

CoggedBelt75 · 05-31-2009, 10:47 PM

torque thrusts

heavychevy79 · 06-01-2009, 01:26 AM

Salt Flats for the win! I love those rims.

silvereagle07 · 06-01-2009, 06:58 AM

The first pic looks better.

72freak · 06-01-2009, 07:22 AM

Torq Thrust are WAY over-used.......BUT THEY LOOK GOOD ON JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING!!!!

I love salt flats but I dont care for them on that truck for some reason. I think the need a much deeper off set to look right on a truck!

My vote is the torq thrust but maybe find some with some color in them instead of all chrome?.

JohnC · 06-01-2009, 08:54 AM

I agree. The Salt Flats are sweet wheels, but for some reason just don't look right on the truck. It may just be the actual pic used for photoshop. They just don't look deep enough.

The Torque Thrusts are used a lot, but that's because they look amazing!

watahyahknow · 06-01-2009, 08:56 AM

i like the first set best , the second set reminds me of a ford too mush

evan · 06-01-2009, 10:00 AM

I like Salt Flats a lot but those aren't Salt Flats.

Wild83C10 · 06-01-2009, 10:02 AM

Thanks for all the responses. I agree with most of you that the rims look good but not on my truck.

I am installing a C4 dropmember so I need to change at least the front rims (5x4.75). I figured I might as well change all four and go a bit bigger. I want to fill in the wheel wells a bit more as well.

bad_burb · 06-01-2009, 10:12 AM

I think the salt flat style rims would look good. I think its the tire size in the chop that is throwing everone off. Get some tires with more sidewall than in the picture and it'll look great.

69BBsuburban · 06-01-2009, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by bad_burb

I think the salt flat style rims would look good. I think its the tire size in the chop that is throwing everone off. Get some tires with more sidewall than in the picture and it'll look great.

EXACTLY! The Salt Flats do need a taller sidewall. They have that same classic look as old Halibrands, at a lower cost. And look oh so much better than those ugly Torque Thrust's with the rounded spokes (every Tom, Dick and Harry put 'em on everything).....the older style straight spoke TQ's look way better.
I'd take any wheel by American over a Coy's.....

Driveway Dreams · 06-01-2009, 10:37 AM

Those are a favorite wheel style of mine. But I agree with the others, they don't really work with your truck that well.

boatpuller · 06-01-2009, 10:53 AM

i'm old school.....hell,i'm just old.but.i like the tt's.......i know i'll catch hell,but,some deep dish vette rallies on that thing would be cool.good looking truck i like the hood.it makes it different than most.

**N2TRUX** · 06-01-2009, 11:08 AM

Guys those aren't AR Salt Flats. They are Centerline "Boulevard" frm the Sundance series. They make the centers polished and grey.

I think they look sweet. I just wished they were available with the soft lip.

72freak · 06-01-2009, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Guys those aren't AR Salt Flats. They are Centerline "Boulevard" frm the Sundance series. They make the centers polished and grey.

I think they look sweet. I just wished they were available with the soft lip.

Thanks for the info.....you are correct...I actually think true salt flats were dicontinued a few years ago......however those pictured are a salt flat inspired,style recreation.

heavychevy79 · 06-01-2009, 11:04 PM

I love these wheels, they would look good in 17x10 with a bunch of neg camber and streched tires, with the front air dam scraping the ground.

justbad · 07-01-2009, 05:21 PM

Im runnig boss 338 on my 66 -20's all the way around had to use spacers but they look as good as the coys and you dont have to buy them from coy so you can get them local.that is a big deal if you buy wheel and tires together -no returns on mounted wheels at most places

xs-style · 07-01-2009, 06:37 PM

deffinately stick with the first ones

btw, whats the drop on your truck?

**old Rusty C10** · 06-01-2009, 11:19 AM

dont get mad but i like the first ones better they remind me of cragar classics and they look great on our trucks

Keith Seymore · 06-01-2009, 11:48 AM

Me, too. I like the Torq Thrusts the best. If you ever think about selling them let me know...

And - I think your truck is sweet, too -

K

05-31-2009, 09:12 PM	#1
Wild83C10 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: NJ Posts: 910	What do you think about these rims? I like the rims, not sure if I like them on my truck though. The photoshop job isn't the best, but it was my first time. My other option will be the Coys C-5 or the Boss 338, just need to see if I can get a 4.5" backspacing in 18". I was looking for a 10" or wider rim so I can run a 315/35/18 Hoosier drag radial. Before: After: __________________ 83 C10 Stepside (SOLD, it was a blast!) 383 MASS-FLO EFI/TKO II 600/3.90 Posi 10 bolt S475 and C4 DM running, fine tuning turbo= Douchebag Racing: Runs Fine all the Time

05-31-2009, 09:24 PM	#2
truckfan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lawrence KS Posts: 821	Re: What do you think about these rims? i must be showing my age, cuz i like those torque thrusts. i am into period correct rims. i love the 18" cragar ss on the square bodies __________________ 1981 Chevy C30 440 Holmes 42K one owner miles

05-31-2009, 09:51 PM	#3
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: What do you think about these rims? i strongly dislike those photoshopped rims.. dont match your truck at all.... bleh! but that's juts my opinion.. __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

05-31-2009, 09:56 PM	#4
heidesign Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kansas city, mo Posts: 134	Re: What do you think about these rims? not so much. Bill

05-31-2009, 09:58 PM	#5
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: What do you think about these rims? I like the wheels, and I like your truck, but I really don't like the two of them together. Whats wrong with the ones you have? __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build

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menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: What do you think about these rims? i like the ones in the 1st pic. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

05-31-2009, 10:47 PM	#7
CoggedBelt75 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Altus, Oklahoma Posts: 679	Re: What do you think about these rims? torque thrusts

06-01-2009, 01:26 AM	#8
heavychevy79 Cheyenne Super Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 545	Re: What do you think about these rims? Salt Flats for the win! I love those rims.

06-01-2009, 06:58 AM	#9
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: What do you think about these rims? The first pic looks better. __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

06-01-2009, 07:22 AM	#10
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What do you think about these rims? Torq Thrust are WAY over-used.......BUT THEY LOOK GOOD ON JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING!!!! I love salt flats but I dont care for them on that truck for some reason. I think the need a much deeper off set to look right on a truck! My vote is the torq thrust but maybe find some with some color in them instead of all chrome?. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere! Last edited by 72freak; 06-01-2009 at 07:24 AM.

06-01-2009, 08:54 AM	#11
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: What do you think about these rims? I agree. The Salt Flats are sweet wheels, but for some reason just don't look right on the truck. It may just be the actual pic used for photoshop. They just don't look deep enough. The Torque Thrusts are used a lot, but that's because they look amazing!

06-01-2009, 08:56 AM	#12
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: What do you think about these rims? i like the first set best , the second set reminds me of a ford too mush __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

06-01-2009, 10:00 AM	#13
evan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: SK, Canada Posts: 488	Re: What do you think about these rims? I like Salt Flats a lot but those aren't Salt Flats. __________________ Evan B.

06-01-2009, 10:02 AM	#14
Wild83C10 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: NJ Posts: 910	Re: What do you think about these rims? Thanks for all the responses. I agree with most of you that the rims look good but not on my truck. I am installing a C4 dropmember so I need to change at least the front rims (5x4.75). I figured I might as well change all four and go a bit bigger. I want to fill in the wheel wells a bit more as well. __________________ 83 C10 Stepside (SOLD, it was a blast!) 383 MASS-FLO EFI/TKO II 600/3.90 Posi 10 bolt S475 and C4 DM running, fine tuning turbo= Douchebag Racing: Runs Fine all the Time

06-01-2009, 10:12 AM	#15
bad_burb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Vallejo, California Posts: 659	Re: What do you think about these rims? I think the salt flat style rims would look good. I think its the tire size in the chop that is throwing everone off. Get some tires with more sidewall than in the picture and it'll look great. __________________ '73 C-30 3+3 Dually 454/TH400 '74 Fleetside 350/TH350 (SOLD) '69 Nova 350/TH350 (project FOR SALE) '63 Nova 305/TH350 3.73 posi (the wife's project)



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06-01-2009, 10:37 AM	#17
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: What do you think about these rims? Those are a favorite wheel style of mine. But I agree with the others, they don't really work with your truck that well. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

06-01-2009, 10:53 AM	#18
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: What do you think about these rims? i'm old school.....hell,i'm just old.but.i like the tt's.......i know i'll catch hell,but,some deep dish vette rallies on that thing would be cool.good looking truck i like the hood.it makes it different than most. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

06-01-2009, 11:08 AM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: What do you think about these rims? Guys those aren't AR Salt Flats. They are Centerline "Boulevard" frm the Sundance series. They make the centers polished and grey. I think they look sweet. I just wished they were available with the soft lip. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

06-01-2009, 11:04 PM	#21
heavychevy79 Cheyenne Super Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 545	Re: What do you think about these rims? I love these wheels, they would look good in 17x10 with a bunch of neg camber and streched tires, with the front air dam scraping the ground. Attached Images

07-01-2009, 05:21 PM	#22
justbad Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: inverness fl Posts: 41	Re: What do you think about these rims? Im runnig boss 338 on my 66 -20's all the way around had to use spacers but they look as good as the coys and you dont have to buy them from coy so you can get them local.that is a big deal if you buy wheel and tires together -no returns on mounted wheels at most places

07-01-2009, 06:37 PM	#23
xs-style Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lawndale, NC Posts: 658	Re: What do you think about these rims? deffinately stick with the first ones btw, whats the drop on your truck?

06-01-2009, 11:19 AM	#24
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06-01-2009, 11:48 AM	#25
Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,226	Re: What do you think about these rims? Me, too. I like the Torq Thrusts the best. If you ever think about selling them let me know... And - I think your truck is sweet, too - K __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/

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