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oldsmobilekindofguy · 10-07-2007, 08:57 PM

I have a full set of either 16" or 17"(correct me if i'm wrong) split rims for a 1967 c-10 1/2T in pretty decent condition, I know a guy that is interested in them and I was wondering how much they are worth?

JimKshortstep4x4 · 10-07-2007, 09:34 PM

There have been serious injuries and deaths caused by split rims and if they were mine I would make sure they were destroyed.

Jim

71swb4x4 · 10-07-2007, 09:44 PM

Some people like the rims, most hate them for the reason Jim stated.
I don't think they are worth anything. To the right person, they may be worth something though. I konw a lot of those rims have been sold for scrap.

oldsmobilekindofguy · 10-07-2007, 10:04 PM

i know that it is illegal to ever touch them with a ten foot pole but they are more collector items than anything

syncrov69 · 10-07-2007, 10:21 PM

do you have picture please

72armyswbtruck · 10-08-2007, 12:30 AM

Split rims are fine as long as they are treated with respect and caution.

oldsmobilekindofguy · 10-08-2007, 09:53 AM

No I don't have pics sorry but can anyone take a guess to how much they are worth please?

**70cst** · 10-08-2007, 10:00 AM

$50-75 if someone really wants them. I would never put split rims on my truck. All it takes is one oooops. and that could be the end of the line. JMO

shifty · 10-08-2007, 01:55 PM

i hope you're getting a signed, witnessed and notarized letter from the buyer saying they will not use them on a reunning vehicle, or that $50-75 worth of profit is going to end up landing you with a big ass wrongful death lawsuit.

we all know how lawsuit-happy people are these days. it's never their fault, it's your fault for selling them (that would be the lawsuit filed)

oldsmobilekindofguy · 10-08-2007, 05:11 PM

i already thought about that but thanks anyway

rickf · 10-08-2007, 05:19 PM

What is it that happens with split rims that causes death and injury?

71swb4x4 · 10-08-2007, 05:30 PM

I agree with the $50 - $75.
I also agree that if people are careful, the split rims will be OK. I have no doubt that the person buying them from you is looking for split rims for a reason, and is probably having a hard time finding them because everyone is so scared of them that they have scrapped them all. That no doubt makes them a little more valuable to the person that wants them.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 10-08-2007, 05:56 PM

I have 2 you can have if you come pick them up in CA.

xshadow · 10-08-2007, 06:02 PM

I think I have one on mine that came from the PO as a spare tire. I'm not sure though because I don't know what split rims look like. anyone with pics? If it is i'm not even going to hold on to it as a spare. I didn't know there were problems with them. It's not worth getting hurt over. anyway any pics

72 cheyenne pdx · 10-08-2007, 07:12 PM

I googled split rims, and it looks like they are a crude version of the bead lock rims. It looks as though the rim of the wheel itself is removed and then the tire and tube is installed and then the rim is wedged in between the tire and wheel. I don't think I would take my chances if that is the case.

herb101 · 10-08-2007, 07:17 PM

Interesting split rim safety info from down under:

http://www.safetyline.wa.gov.au/page...chhazd0040.pdf

Herb

oldsmobilekindofguy · 10-08-2007, 11:07 PM

to answer Rickf's question i believe once you get the tire and tube on the wheel and but the ring part on if the bead doesn't catch on the rim it shoots that ring off at pretty high speeds taking off legs and or heads,
their nickname I belive are Widowmakers, Xshadow they look like a regular rim with an extra ring around the side

xshadow · 10-09-2007, 10:51 PM

Wow...I didn't have any idea. I've never had split rims before...I do have one that came on a truck that I got. the po put it on as a spare with a narrow tire on it. the other three were 33" 12.5 I didn't care about the engine/drivetrain much so I used the truck for burnouts untill i took it apart....the tire/rim held up for that and it's still on the truck frame....I'm not keepin that rim! I'm going to find another to put on there.

Jerry Jones · 10-09-2007, 10:57 PM

I wouldn't touch 'em

stllookn · 10-09-2007, 11:15 PM

I am doing a 100 pt. restoration on my 1968 50th Anniversay Longhorn that came with 16" splits. Several tire shops will work on them in Seattle. I will restore a set of 4 I bought for $10 at the local swap meet.

stllookn · 10-09-2007, 11:19 PM

Here's my spare...all original with the orginal tire.

GMCBubba · 10-10-2007, 10:02 AM

i have 5 that someone is welcome to take out of my garage.

caminokid · 10-10-2007, 10:17 AM

I had a boss....notice the key word is "had". I was working in his shop one afternoon. This guy brought in a split rim. My boss had never taken apart one. I told him not to touch it. He was over confident. I told him them to rap chains around the rim and tire before inflating it. He didnt listen. The ring came out hit him in the head...killed him instantly. My dad always told me to never mess with those things. He also told me about the chain trick. I would toss them in the nearest scrap pile and walk away.

72 longhorn BB · 10-10-2007, 10:27 AM

WOW !!!!

Has anyone got a picture that SHOWS us how to tell the difference?

lyrikz · 10-10-2007, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caminokid

I had a boss....notice the key word is "had". I was working in his shop one afternoon. This guy brought in a split rim. My boss had never taken apart one. I told him not to touch it. He was over confident. I told him them to rap chains around the rim and tire before inflating it. He didnt listen. The ring came out hit him in the head...killed him instantly. My dad always told me to never mess with those things. He also told me about the chain trick. I would toss them in the nearest scrap pile and walk away.

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10-07-2007, 08:57 PM	#1
oldsmobilekindofguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Stratford,SD Posts: 296	this isn't a for sale ad! I have a full set of either 16" or 17"(correct me if i'm wrong) split rims for a 1967 c-10 1/2T in pretty decent condition, I know a guy that is interested in them and I was wondering how much they are worth? __________________ 1967 c-10 longbox project, check it out in projects 1969 c-10 parts pickup, twisted frame Daily driver- 1970 Olds delta 88, 2dr., 455, gotta love the big block

10-07-2007, 09:34 PM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! There have been serious injuries and deaths caused by split rims and if they were mine I would make sure they were destroyed. Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC

10-07-2007, 09:44 PM	#3
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! Some people like the rims, most hate them for the reason Jim stated. I don't think they are worth anything. To the right person, they may be worth something though. I konw a lot of those rims have been sold for scrap. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

10-07-2007, 10:04 PM	#4
oldsmobilekindofguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Stratford,SD Posts: 296	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! i know that it is illegal to ever touch them with a ten foot pole but they are more collector items than anything __________________ 1967 c-10 longbox project, check it out in projects 1969 c-10 parts pickup, twisted frame Daily driver- 1970 Olds delta 88, 2dr., 455, gotta love the big block Last edited by oldsmobilekindofguy; 10-07-2007 at 10:04 PM.

10-07-2007, 10:21 PM	#5
syncrov69 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Laval, Québec, Canada Posts: 175	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! do you have picture please __________________ '71 Custom/10 Deluxe LWB '71 Custom/30 Deluxe Dually

10-08-2007, 12:30 AM	#6
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! Split rims are fine as long as they are treated with respect and caution. __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

10-08-2007, 09:53 AM	#7
oldsmobilekindofguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Stratford,SD Posts: 296	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! No I don't have pics sorry but can anyone take a guess to how much they are worth please? __________________ 1967 c-10 longbox project, check it out in projects 1969 c-10 parts pickup, twisted frame Daily driver- 1970 Olds delta 88, 2dr., 455, gotta love the big block Last edited by oldsmobilekindofguy; 10-08-2007 at 09:53 AM.

10-08-2007, 10:00 AM	#8
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! $50-75 if someone really wants them. I would never put split rims on my truck. All it takes is one oooops. and that could be the end of the line. JMO __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 10-08-2007 at 10:01 AM.

10-08-2007, 01:55 PM	#9
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! i hope you're getting a signed, witnessed and notarized letter from the buyer saying they will not use them on a reunning vehicle, or that $50-75 worth of profit is going to end up landing you with a big ass wrongful death lawsuit. we all know how lawsuit-happy people are these days. it's never their fault, it's your fault for selling them (that would be the lawsuit filed) __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

10-08-2007, 05:11 PM	#10
oldsmobilekindofguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Stratford,SD Posts: 296	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! i already thought about that but thanks anyway __________________ 1967 c-10 longbox project, check it out in projects 1969 c-10 parts pickup, twisted frame Daily driver- 1970 Olds delta 88, 2dr., 455, gotta love the big block

10-08-2007, 05:19 PM	#11
rickf Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR Posts: 318	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! What is it that happens with split rims that causes death and injury?

10-08-2007, 05:30 PM	#12
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I agree with the $50 - $75. I also agree that if people are careful, the split rims will be OK. I have no doubt that the person buying them from you is looking for split rims for a reason, and is probably having a hard time finding them because everyone is so scared of them that they have scrapped them all. That no doubt makes them a little more valuable to the person that wants them. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

10-08-2007, 05:56 PM	#13
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,107	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I have 2 you can have if you come pick them up in CA. __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

10-08-2007, 06:02 PM	#14
xshadow Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: va Posts: 553	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I think I have one on mine that came from the PO as a spare tire. I'm not sure though because I don't know what split rims look like. anyone with pics? If it is i'm not even going to hold on to it as a spare. I didn't know there were problems with them. It's not worth getting hurt over. anyway any pics Last edited by xshadow; 10-08-2007 at 06:03 PM.

10-08-2007, 07:12 PM	#15
72 cheyenne pdx Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 382	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I googled split rims, and it looks like they are a crude version of the bead lock rims. It looks as though the rim of the wheel itself is removed and then the tire and tube is installed and then the rim is wedged in between the tire and wheel. I don't think I would take my chances if that is the case.



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10-08-2007, 07:17 PM	#16
herb101 Used Register Join Date: May 2005 Location: Live Oak, TX Posts: 379	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! Interesting split rim safety info from down under: http://www.safetyline.wa.gov.au/page...chhazd0040.pdf Herb

10-08-2007, 11:07 PM	#17
oldsmobilekindofguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Stratford,SD Posts: 296	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! to answer Rickf's question i believe once you get the tire and tube on the wheel and but the ring part on if the bead doesn't catch on the rim it shoots that ring off at pretty high speeds taking off legs and or heads, their nickname I belive are Widowmakers, Xshadow they look like a regular rim with an extra ring around the side __________________ 1967 c-10 longbox project, check it out in projects 1969 c-10 parts pickup, twisted frame Daily driver- 1970 Olds delta 88, 2dr., 455, gotta love the big block

10-09-2007, 10:51 PM	#18
xshadow Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: va Posts: 553	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! Wow...I didn't have any idea. I've never had split rims before...I do have one that came on a truck that I got. the po put it on as a spare with a narrow tire on it. the other three were 33" 12.5 I didn't care about the engine/drivetrain much so I used the truck for burnouts untill i took it apart....the tire/rim held up for that and it's still on the truck frame....I'm not keepin that rim! I'm going to find another to put on there. Last edited by xshadow; 10-09-2007 at 10:53 PM.

10-09-2007, 10:57 PM	#19
Jerry Jones Happy Camper Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,408	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I wouldn't touch 'em __________________ RIP El Jay! Love you brother!

10-09-2007, 11:15 PM	#20
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I am doing a 100 pt. restoration on my 1968 50th Anniversay Longhorn that came with 16" splits. Several tire shops will work on them in Seattle. I will restore a set of 4 I bought for $10 at the local swap meet. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

10-09-2007, 11:19 PM	#21
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! Here's my spare...all original with the orginal tire. Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

10-10-2007, 10:02 AM	#22
GMCBubba Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 255	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! i have 5 that someone is welcome to take out of my garage. __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 ton, 307, 4-speed NP435GL, DANA 60, 4.10, HD rear leafs, manual everything, leaking oil and water. Now rocking 383, NV4500, power steering, power brakes. Finally undergoing restoration.

10-10-2007, 10:17 AM	#23
caminokid Chevy nut Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield, Illinois Posts: 2,266	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! I had a boss....notice the key word is "had". I was working in his shop one afternoon. This guy brought in a split rim. My boss had never taken apart one. I told him not to touch it. He was over confident. I told him them to rap chains around the rim and tire before inflating it. He didnt listen. The ring came out hit him in the head...killed him instantly. My dad always told me to never mess with those things. He also told me about the chain trick. I would toss them in the nearest scrap pile and walk away. __________________ 84 Chevy Custom Deluxe 1/2 Ton Named Fade To Black II "Remember kids there is NO replacement for displacement!"

10-10-2007, 10:27 AM	#24
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: this isn't a for sale ad! WOW !!!! Has anyone got a picture that SHOWS us how to tell the difference? __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

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