What size wheels and tires on the 66? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72freak · 08-07-2008, 08:51 PM

I want to lower the truck a bit........and put some Torque thrust (grey center) wheels on it. I also want to try to run the same size all the way around. What size can I get under there with no problems.....bigger than 15's of course.

17's x ?
18's x ?
20's?????

what size tires?

I am also hunting a good complete working floor shift steering column.

olsofti · 08-07-2008, 08:56 PM

Looks pretty damn good now!

javadoc · 08-07-2008, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by olsofti

Looks pretty damn good now!

I agree. Love the look.

joe231 · 08-07-2008, 11:20 PM

she's a beauty!!
love the color

72freak · 08-08-2008, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by joe231

she's a beauty!!
love the color

late 80's Iroc blue

72freak · 08-09-2008, 06:48 AM

So no one here is running anything larger than 15's?

66chevy PROSTREET · 08-09-2008, 03:16 PM

i got 17's, but will soon be going wil 20x8 and 20x12's. 18' and 20's fit with no probelms at all

72freak · 08-09-2008, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 66chevy PROSTREET

i got 17's, but will soon be going wil 20x8 and 20x12's. 18' and 20's fit with no probelms at all

Thanks.............what size tires on the 17's you running?

66chevy PROSTREET · 08-08-2008, 10:56 AM

lowered with 20's would be KILLER in a grey center torque thrust

check this out also, they are pretty cheap on ebay w/ tires, they sell a set that looks like the T- THRUST
http://www.coyswheel.com/index2.html

jchav62 · 08-13-2008, 06:29 PM

I love how it looks now. Beautiful truck! I used to have 17" TorqThrust II's on my '62 with 255/45's all the way around...

72freak · 08-14-2008, 11:32 AM

Are those 6 lug wheels...Thats what I need............send me a link to where to get them if you can. I have failed so far at finding any.....I am looking for grey center however.

Thanks

olsofti · 08-14-2008, 12:51 PM

If you search for American Racing Wheels,numerous sites come up where you can buy them.Like this one http://www.wheelsforless.com/vintage_wheels.htm
The best place to look at the wheels is http://www.americanracing.com/browse_ar.asp

olsofti · 08-14-2008, 12:55 PM

I just noticed you have 6 lugs,I think the only Torque thrust wheels in that pattern have 6 spokes.

72freak · 08-14-2008, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by olsofti

I just noticed you have 6 lugs,I think the only Torque thrust wheels in that pattern have 6 spokes.

6 spoke is fine.............but i cant find any in grey that are for that stud size......any help would be appreciated

jchav62 · 08-14-2008, 01:20 PM

My truck is 5 lug. American Racing does make a 6 lug version. I'm not sure of the model name and number though.

OrangeCrush1970 · 08-14-2008, 03:12 PM

BINGO
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

72freak · 08-15-2008, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by OrangeCrush1970

BINGO
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

Ok folks......I was told by a seller on Ebay that these would NOT work...I mean 6 on 5.5 should work on a stock 6 lug 66 Chevy truck!?!?!?! Thats what bolt pattern it is

This is what he said when I asked if they would fit.......

"Hi, These wheels will not work on your truck due to the bore size"

The ones above are.... Center Bore Diameter (in): 3.075 in

will that work?

So......I know nothing about tires that size on a 66.......what size 20's should I look at getting?

Thanks for the help!

OrangeCrush1970 · 08-15-2008, 02:59 PM

is he saying they wont fit over the hubs because the bore is too small? I've not come across this yet...

72freak · 08-15-2008, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by OrangeCrush1970

is he saying they wont fit over the hubs because the bore is too small? I've not come across this yet...

yep/ Im going to the shop in a bit to measure the oned that came off it.

ed2552 · 08-15-2008, 05:34 PM

Yeah, a lot of the 67-72 guys have that issue, you can make it fit, it is just a PITA.

joe231 · 08-15-2008, 06:14 PM

that is one of the problems with trying to use newer stock wheels also, the center bore is too small and won't fit over the rotor hub or the raised area on the axles(can't remember the correct term.)
I'm not sure what size center bore is needed, I'll try to measure later

72freak · 08-17-2008, 01:12 PM

Looks like the bore necessary to go over the rear is 3.5 inches or bigger. The ones listed above come as 3" bore......too small

Tomsriv · 08-18-2008, 01:11 AM

72 Freak, I am in the same boat, I want bigger wheels and no rubbing. So far I have come to the conclusion that backspacing is very important when sizing wheels for our trucks. Those American Racing Torque Thrusts have 5.5" backspacing. The stock wheels are about 3.5". Meaning you would have to run spacers. Personally I don't want to run spacers. I have had tire shops tell me that they won't work on a vehicle with spacers because 95% of the time when a wheel falls off a vehicle it is one with spacers. I am looking at these wheels http://aewheel.com/wheels_detail_specs.cfm?id=23 but I have't figured out what size/backspacing will be right. My current combo is 15x8 with 3.5" backspacing running 32x11.5 tires. They rub a little on the outside with a full load so I am looking at either more offset (4" or maybe 4.5) and maybe a slightly narrower tire.
This site is good for comparing tires because it gives the section width. Section width is the width including the bow in the side of the tire, so you can tell if it will rub on the edge. http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp

Big City, Do you ever carry a load in that beautiful truck? It looks like those tires might rub slightly.

72freak · 08-22-2008, 02:51 PM

From what I am finding...I have just about decided to just drop the truck a bit and leave the wheels untill they do make a 6 lug grey torq thrust that will fit.

OrangeCrush1970 · 08-22-2008, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

From what I am finding...I have just about decided to just drop the truck a bit and leave the wheels untill they do make a 6 lug grey torq thrust that will fit.

OOOH YEAH.....Drop 'er!!! Im ready to do mines, too!
You should get someone to photochop your pics to see what it would look like-

08-07-2008, 08:51 PM	#1
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	What size wheels and tires on the 66? I want to lower the truck a bit........and put some Torque thrust (grey center) wheels on it. I also want to try to run the same size all the way around. What size can I get under there with no problems.....bigger than 15's of course. 17's x ? 18's x ? 20's????? what size tires? I am also hunting a good complete working floor shift steering column. Attached Images __________________ 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; 08-07-2008 at 09:42 PM.

08-07-2008, 08:56 PM	#2
olsofti Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cypress Inn.Tn Posts: 135	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? Looks pretty damn good now!

08-07-2008, 11:20 PM	#4
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? she's a beauty!! love the color __________________ *CHEVY ONLY* Last edited by joe231; 08-07-2008 at 11:20 PM.

08-09-2008, 06:48 AM	#6
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? So no one here is running anything larger than 15's? __________________ 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!

08-09-2008, 03:16 PM	#7
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? i got 17's, but will soon be going wil 20x8 and 20x12's. 18' and 20's fit with no probelms at all Attached Images __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2 Last edited by 66chevy PROSTREET; 08-09-2008 at 03:18 PM.

08-08-2008, 10:56 AM	#9
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? lowered with 20's would be KILLER in a grey center torque thrust check this out also, they are pretty cheap on ebay w/ tires, they sell a set that looks like the T- THRUST http://www.coyswheel.com/index2.html __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2 Last edited by 66chevy PROSTREET; 08-08-2008 at 11:08 AM.

08-13-2008, 06:29 PM	#10
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? I love how it looks now. Beautiful truck! I used to have 17" TorqThrust II's on my '62 with 255/45's all the way around... Attached Images __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

08-14-2008, 11:32 AM	#11
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? Are those 6 lug wheels...Thats what I need............send me a link to where to get them if you can. I have failed so far at finding any.....I am looking for grey center however. Thanks __________________ 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; 08-14-2008 at 11:34 AM.

08-14-2008, 12:51 PM	#12
olsofti Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cypress Inn.Tn Posts: 135	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? If you search for American Racing Wheels,numerous sites come up where you can buy them.Like this one http://www.wheelsforless.com/vintage_wheels.htm The best place to look at the wheels is http://www.americanracing.com/browse_ar.asp

08-14-2008, 12:55 PM	#13
olsofti Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cypress Inn.Tn Posts: 135	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? I just noticed you have 6 lugs,I think the only Torque thrust wheels in that pattern have 6 spokes.

08-14-2008, 01:20 PM	#15
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? My truck is 5 lug. American Racing does make a 6 lug version. I'm not sure of the model name and number though. __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

08-14-2008, 03:12 PM	#16
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? BINGO http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku __________________ *Rottenwood Garage* 1970...71...72 C1500 aka Orange aka Sideshow Bob 540 BB Straub Roller Cam, AFR Magnums, XP 950, TKO 600 2 Tons of Fun

08-15-2008, 02:59 PM	#18
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? is he saying they wont fit over the hubs because the bore is too small? I've not come across this yet... __________________ *Rottenwood Garage* 1970...71...72 C1500 aka Orange aka Sideshow Bob 540 BB Straub Roller Cam, AFR Magnums, XP 950, TKO 600 2 Tons of Fun

08-15-2008, 05:34 PM	#20
ed2552 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charles City IA Posts: 1,626	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? Yeah, a lot of the 67-72 guys have that issue, you can make it fit, it is just a PITA. __________________ '67 C20, Under the Knife!, LWB, Eaton HO-52, Rear Coil Springs 72' GMC C2500, 350, TH400(?), Dana 60 '67 K10 4-spd., 305, SM465, Dana 44, 12 Bolt, RUST! '65 C60 292, 4 spd, 2 spd Rearend, 15' Grain Box, MINT! 09 Yukon Denali 82k Miles 6.2L/6A

08-15-2008, 06:14 PM	#21
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? that is one of the problems with trying to use newer stock wheels also, the center bore is too small and won't fit over the rotor hub or the raised area on the axles(can't remember the correct term.) I'm not sure what size center bore is needed, I'll try to measure later __________________ *CHEVY ONLY* Last edited by joe231; 08-15-2008 at 06:14 PM.



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08-17-2008, 01:12 PM	#22
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? Looks like the bore necessary to go over the rear is 3.5 inches or bigger. The ones listed above come as 3" bore......too small __________________ 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!

08-18-2008, 01:11 AM	#23
Tomsriv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 257	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? 72 Freak, I am in the same boat, I want bigger wheels and no rubbing. So far I have come to the conclusion that backspacing is very important when sizing wheels for our trucks. Those American Racing Torque Thrusts have 5.5" backspacing. The stock wheels are about 3.5". Meaning you would have to run spacers. Personally I don't want to run spacers. I have had tire shops tell me that they won't work on a vehicle with spacers because 95% of the time when a wheel falls off a vehicle it is one with spacers. I am looking at these wheels http://aewheel.com/wheels_detail_specs.cfm?id=23 but I have't figured out what size/backspacing will be right. My current combo is 15x8 with 3.5" backspacing running 32x11.5 tires. They rub a little on the outside with a full load so I am looking at either more offset (4" or maybe 4.5) and maybe a slightly narrower tire. This site is good for comparing tires because it gives the section width. Section width is the width including the bow in the side of the tire, so you can tell if it will rub on the edge. http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp Big City, Do you ever carry a load in that beautiful truck? It looks like those tires might rub slightly. Attached Images __________________ '65 Chevy shortbed stepside. Last edited by Tomsriv; 08-18-2008 at 01:16 AM.

08-22-2008, 02:51 PM	#24
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What size wheels and tires on the 66? From what I am finding...I have just about decided to just drop the truck a bit and leave the wheels untill they do make a 6 lug grey torq thrust that will fit. __________________ 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!

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