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cl79c10 · 11-05-2009, 11:28 PM

She has new shoes a little less tire than I want but it will work for now. 245/30/20 they are 20x9 KMC SS wheels old school style with a modern look.
I will take better photo tomorrow when its light i had to put them on becuse i am selling the 17"s tomorrow.

texastrendz · 11-05-2009, 11:32 PM

what did you do to the front of that truck to lay out that hard. does it have a drop member in it?

cl79c10 · 11-05-2009, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by texastrendz

what did you do to the front of that truck to lay out that hard. does it have a drop member in it?

3.5" Bodydrop

chevy_mike · 11-06-2009, 12:02 AM

Umm.... nice wheels but I think the tires are umm... rubber bands. Those wouldn't even survive my drive to work. The pot holes and train tracks would do those in. Heck, I worry at times when I am driving my Cherokee with 245/75-16. LOL

big_al_71 · 11-06-2009, 12:04 AM

I like the wheels, but the tires have to GO!!!! or lack of tires

cl79c10 · 11-06-2009, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by chevy_mike

Umm.... nice wheels but I think the tires are umm... rubber bands. Those wouldn't even survive my drive to work. The pot holes and train tracks would do those in. Heck, I worry at times when I am driving my Cherokee with 245/75-16. LOL

Thank god she is not my daily driver

bigbadchev72 · 11-06-2009, 01:32 AM

Sorry man, but that looks horrible. The wheels look almost cartoonish in the wheelwells

petey-pablo · 11-06-2009, 04:37 AM

You should try 22s, 295 30 22's I think they would look much better. That sure is a nice truck but those wheels make it look funky, Those wheels are nice but that combo just doesn't flow right with the look of your truck...

shootiniron · 11-06-2009, 10:18 AM

I still dont see the tires!

**chev-obsession** · 11-07-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by bigbadchev72

Sorry man, but that looks horrible. The wheels look almost cartoonish in the wheelwells

X2!!!!!!!!!!
atleast its a long bed truck and not a waste of a shortbed, sorry guy

cl79c10 · 11-07-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by chev-obsession

X2!!!!!!!!!!
atleast its a long bed truck and not a waste of a shortbed, sorry guy

I am a bit surprised by the lack respect some of you have towards other peoples rides. I got out of mini trucking for that exact reason. For some reason I thought guys into the older stuff were a bit more mature. To many folks want to bad mouth other peoples rides because they don't like the style in which they build THEIR rides. I have a ton of respect for anybody who builds a car or a truck anything from completely stock to extreme. Even if I don't really like it I still don't bash it.

oldblue1968chevy · 11-06-2009, 09:58 PM

YOU NEED BIGGER TIRES LOL

other than that your cool lol

big mike71 · 11-06-2009, 10:17 PM

Nice truck man, I think they're being alittle rough on you.

*Dylan · 11-06-2009, 10:25 PM

"She has new shoes a little less tire than I want but it will work for now. 245/30/20 they are 20x9 KMC SS wheels old school style with a modern look.
I will take better photo tomorrow when its light i had to put them on becuse i am selling the 17"s tomorrow."

He stated it's less tire than he wants, no need to be hard on him. I think they look good, the wheels and truck that is. A little more tire would definitely improve the look though. Killer truck you have there.

coolbus4us · 11-06-2009, 10:25 PM

Looks good to me. I run 245 35 20 up front and 255 35 20 out back.

unclewatts · 11-06-2009, 11:32 PM

Love the truck. Hate the wheels.

SANCHO · 11-07-2009, 12:35 AM

I think when look at each others trucks there is always something we would do little different. Thats what makes us unique. Sweet truck in my opinion. Drive the hell out of it and then get the tires you want.

Average Joe · 11-07-2009, 01:08 AM

Sweet ride. Is she sportin' big or small block power? I'll keep my eyes posted for it next time I'm in Redmond. I've got friends who live off NE Rimrock. I digg the wheels too.

cl79c10 · 11-07-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Average Joe

Sweet ride. Is she sportin' big or small block power? I'll keep my eyes posted for it next time I'm in Redmond. I've got friends who live off NE Rimrock. I digg the wheels too.

She has a 400 small block with tunnel ram dual Holley carbs. I live in NW Redmond not to far for my your friend. As for my truck the tires are too small but i didn't want to do more cutting right now to fit more meat so I stuck with the same overall height that i was running before and I got a killer deal on these tires. I have two other projects I am working on and don't have time to make more room. But too be honest every show I go to it the same thing is it is on this website some guys tear it up and some are cool. Its all good its my truck and its built the way i want it. If you like it great if you don't tear it up its not going to change my mind on what or how I build my rides.

LowBow · 11-07-2009, 07:49 PM

I like the wheels better with the daytime pics. I say drive the hell outta it and when you can, get the bigger meats. It will fill out much better with some more rubber.
Otherwise, dig the truck man. Don't listen to these guys that have been drinkin the hater-ade...

adpostel · 11-07-2009, 01:52 PM

That is the beauty of a custom truck, it is your own expression of what YOU like, not everyone else. Nice truck, very clean and obviously alot of work done on it. I bet there are a handful of guys working on yearS long projects that would love to be rolling in somethin like that. Not every style is for every person, but congrats on YOUR truck, its very clean lookin'

VA72C10 · 11-07-2009, 11:21 PM

Love a low longbed!!! Nice work! Mine will be bagged but not nearly as low but I respect the work and money you put into it.

**lolife99** · 11-07-2009, 11:31 PM

cl79c10,...
Most people that "throw stones",...
don't have anything decent themselves.
This is a friendly site.
I think your truck would look better with some bigger rubber,... but that will come in time.
Thanks for posting, and,... Keep on truckin,...

**clay68c10** · 11-08-2009, 01:49 AM

I dig it. We need a burnout shot!

big_al_71 · 11-08-2009, 08:51 AM

I know sometimes it does not feel good when someone gives their opinion and it is not what you want to hear.Dont sweat it it is what it is as long as you are happy with what you have accomplish it is all that matters.

11-05-2009, 11:28 PM	#1
cl79c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: redmond oregon Posts: 93	New shoes for my 72 She has new shoes a little less tire than I want but it will work for now. 245/30/20 they are 20x9 KMC SS wheels old school style with a modern look. I will take better photo tomorrow when its light i had to put them on becuse i am selling the 17"s tomorrow.

11-05-2009, 11:32 PM	#2
texastrendz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: HOUSTON TX Posts: 1,161	Re: New shoes for my 72 what did you do to the front of that truck to lay out that hard. does it have a drop member in it?

11-06-2009, 12:02 AM	#4
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: New shoes for my 72 Umm.... nice wheels but I think the tires are umm... rubber bands. Those wouldn't even survive my drive to work. The pot holes and train tracks would do those in. Heck, I worry at times when I am driving my Cherokee with 245/75-16. LOL __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...

11-06-2009, 12:04 AM	#5
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: New shoes for my 72 I like the wheels, but the tires have to GO!!!! or lack of tires __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-06-2009, 01:32 AM	#7
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: New shoes for my 72 Sorry man, but that looks horrible. The wheels look almost cartoonish in the wheelwells __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

11-06-2009, 04:37 AM	#8
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: New shoes for my 72 You should try 22s, 295 30 22's I think they would look much better. That sure is a nice truck but those wheels make it look funky, Those wheels are nice but that combo just doesn't flow right with the look of your truck... __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net

11-06-2009, 10:18 AM	#9
shootiniron Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Prescott,AZ Posts: 24	Re: New shoes for my 72 I still dont see the tires!

11-06-2009, 09:58 PM	#12
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: New shoes for my 72 YOU NEED BIGGER TIRES LOL other than that your cool lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

11-06-2009, 10:17 PM	#13
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: New shoes for my 72 Nice truck man, I think they're being alittle rough on you. __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

11-06-2009, 10:25 PM	#14
*Dylan Mean Buzzin' Half Dozen Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 1,081	Re: New shoes for my 72 "She has new shoes a little less tire than I want but it will work for now. 245/30/20 they are 20x9 KMC SS wheels old school style with a modern look. I will take better photo tomorrow when its light i had to put them on becuse i am selling the 17"s tomorrow." He stated it's less tire than he wants, no need to be hard on him. I think they look good, the wheels and truck that is. A little more tire would definitely improve the look though. Killer truck you have there. __________________ "War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." MY TRUCK (Now for sale) 1967 C10 SWB *Dylan* IIMY?

11-06-2009, 10:25 PM	#15
coolbus4us cuts corners Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 246	Re: New shoes for my 72 Looks good to me. I run 245 35 20 up front and 255 35 20 out back. __________________ '68 Suburban named the "Cool Bus" by my kids Follow the project here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=331448 I love my Suburban.....a lot!

11-06-2009, 11:32 PM	#16
unclewatts 70 Chevrolet=Obsession Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: nice ca Posts: 1,067	Re: New shoes for my 72 Love the truck. Hate the wheels. __________________ I'm Just like my truck. Old, Ugly and Grouchy. Except my truck starts easily in the morning and doesn't smoke! IT'S NOT EASY BEING GREEN! -Kermit the frog 1970 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed Stepside : 350, Muncie M20, 3.08 GM corp. positraction Forest green exterior/light green interior(Where all my money goes) 1996 Toyota Corolla (Parts runner)

11-07-2009, 12:35 AM	#17
SANCHO Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Cypress,Texas Posts: 62	Re: New shoes for my 72 I think when look at each others trucks there is always something we would do little different. Thats what makes us unique. Sweet truck in my opinion. Drive the hell out of it and then get the tires you want. __________________ 1967 SWB Small Window LS1/4l60e-Galaxy Black Project "401 Que" 2002 Trans Am WS6 Heads/Cam/LPP LT'S/Borla w/Electric Cut out- Black w/ gray stripes 2007 Big Bear Sled Chopper 9 1/2ft. long 300mm Rear tire-Black with Metallic Gray Ghost flames "Once you black you never go back!"

11-07-2009, 01:08 AM	#18
Average Joe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 1,352	Re: New shoes for my 72 Sweet ride. Is she sportin' big or small block power? I'll keep my eyes posted for it next time I'm in Redmond. I've got friends who live off NE Rimrock. I digg the wheels too. __________________ 1967 C10 Suburban 454/TH400/3.07's An Average Joe and His 'Burb: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=775843

11-07-2009, 07:49 PM	#20
LowBow Self Made Hundredaire Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tallahassee, Fl Posts: 173	Re: New shoes for my 72 I like the wheels better with the daytime pics. I say drive the hell outta it and when you can, get the bigger meats. It will fill out much better with some more rubber. Otherwise, dig the truck man. Don't listen to these guys that have been drinkin the hater-ade... __________________ '79 corvette - all original 49k car! '03 Z71 ECSB - gas hog '57 Belair 2 door hardtop. Love of my life!



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11-07-2009, 01:52 PM	#21
adpostel New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 132	Re: New shoes for my 72 That is the beauty of a custom truck, it is your own expression of what YOU like, not everyone else. Nice truck, very clean and obviously alot of work done on it. I bet there are a handful of guys working on yearS long projects that would love to be rolling in somethin like that. Not every style is for every person, but congrats on YOUR truck, its very clean lookin' __________________ 1968 C10 LWB Project 454/400 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2417713

11-07-2009, 11:21 PM	#22
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: New shoes for my 72 Love a low longbed!!! Nice work! Mine will be bagged but not nearly as low but I respect the work and money you put into it. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-07-2009, 11:31 PM	#23
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: New shoes for my 72 cl79c10,... Most people that "throw stones",... don't have anything decent themselves. This is a friendly site. I think your truck would look better with some bigger rubber,... but that will come in time. Thanks for posting, and,... Keep on truckin,... __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

11-08-2009, 01:49 AM	#24
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,979	Re: New shoes for my 72 I dig it. We need a burnout shot! __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

11-08-2009, 08:51 AM	#25
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: New shoes for my 72 I know sometimes it does not feel good when someone gives their opinion and it is not what you want to hear.Dont sweat it it is what it is as long as you are happy with what you have accomplish it is all that matters. __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

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