Why is it so hard

[Mator]

Why is it so hard to get information about 6 lug rims? Rallies are great and so are steelies but I want shinny. Chrome or polished. I have searched and still can’t find the answer. I know others have asked too with no luck too. I thought I had back spacing figured out and when I started talking to wheel companies they asked about offset which proceeded to blow everything I thought I knew out of the water. I am sure there is a lot of different choices on front, back, back spacing, width, diameter and offset. I am just really frustrated on my search for a tire wheel combo that won’t cost more than I paid for the truck. Can anyone help me out? Looking for a good set up for 20’s with a 6 lug for a 67 step with a 3-6 static drop. I don’t have a retailer close so I have to order them and have them delivered so I get only one shot at this. Thanks for listening.

[michael bustamante]

did you do the disk brake conversion yet?

[Mator]

Originally Posted by michael bustamante

did you do the disk brake conversion yet?

Not yet.

[Mator]

So below is what the last company sent me and it seems odd. I know during my search's most guys are running 4.5 -5 backspacing

"Ok, so here's where we're at. The Torque Thrust would just be an option in 20" with a chrome finish for your truck. The issue with those though is concerning the offset. The lowest offset they are available in for this fitment is with a positive 19 offset. Your Chevy has basically a very low, or negative offset. Long story short, that positive offset would sit more inward than the stock wheels do, meaning you'd have to run a spacer along with it to get it pushed back outward"

[scotts72heavyhalf]

Here is a 6 lug option hood for you. JR5's from Hot Rods By Boyd. Come in painted or polished and in any size you need. The guys at HRBB are super helpful.

[scotts72heavyhalf]

Another

[colgad]

Originally Posted by Mator

Why is it so hard to get information about 6 lug rims? Rallies are great and so are steelies but I want shinny. Chrome or polished. I have searched and still can’t find the answer. I know others have asked too with no luck too. I thought I had back spacing figured out and when I started talking to wheel companies they asked about offset which proceeded to blow everything I thought I knew out of the water. I am sure there is a lot of different choices on front, back, back spacing, width, diameter and offset. I am just really frustrated on my search for a tire wheel combo that won’t cost more than I paid for the truck. Can anyone help me out? Looking for a good set up for 20’s with a 6 lug for a 67 step with a 3-6 static drop. I don’t have a retailer close so I have to order them and have them delivered so I get only one shot at this. Thanks for listening.

This may help you out some.
https://www.customwheeloffset.com/ti...et-calculators
It took me a while to get the offset thing in my head but this calculator really helped me. I have 20's on my 67 fleet that are 10" wide front and rear. 275x45 tires The rims are both 0 offset making the hub basicly in the center of the rim. I got the rims cheap so I decided to make them work. With this calulator you can see what difference a change in offset does to the distance from the rim to the inside and the out side of the rim. You can also change the width and see what difference it makes. With my setup I had to add a 1.5" steel spacer to the rear and nothing in the front. My rims are closer to the outside of the fender than i would like but there is nothing rubbing so I am happy. I have bags and dropped spindles making the total drop in the front about 3-4 and the back 5. Nothing radical it's just what I like. Hope this calculator helps you to understand the + and - offset and what effect it has on backspace.
Here;s my 67
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...ictureid=20684

[67ChevyRedneck]

The problem that you're running into is that 6 lug wheels just aren't that popular for classics.

They are, however, popular for new trucks as GM has been 6 lug for quite some time, but as your finding out, most 6 lug wheels have a lot of positive offset as they're meant for newer trucks (look at any modern Silverado and see how close the hub is it outside the wheel), so as mentioned by the wheel seller above, you would need a spacer with most 6 lug wheel choices.

Terrible wheel selection for 6 lugs is why most of us go with the corvette or truck style rally wheel... or swap to 5 lug.

[colgad]

Originally Posted by Mator

Why is it so hard to get information about 6 lug rims? Rallies are great and so are steelies but I want shinny. Chrome or polished. I have searched and still can’t find the answer. I know others have asked too with no luck too. I thought I had back spacing figured out and when I started talking to wheel companies they asked about offset which proceeded to blow everything I thought I knew out of the water. I am sure there is a lot of different choices on front, back, back spacing, width, diameter and offset. I am just really frustrated on my search for a tire wheel combo that won’t cost more than I paid for the truck. Can anyone help me out? Looking for a good set up for 20’s with a 6 lug for a 67 step with a 3-6 static drop. I don’t have a retailer close so I have to order them and have them delivered so I get only one shot at this. Thanks for listening.

Those Boyd's wheels are really nice but they are pricey! 900+ for each wheel throws most of us out of our comfort zone.

[Mike C]

Another reality for the late model 6 lug wheels is that the hub pilot hole is too small for these early trucks that have the same hub diameter as the 4x4. This is another reason people uses spacers.

While a little more work up front, for me, the switch to 5 lug at the time I did the disc conversion was a no brainer. Made buying wheels relatively easy and increased the choices exponentially.

[Mator]

Those are nice rims but again I didn't pay that much for the whole truck,even if I am in the process of retouching everything on it. I was trying to keep the feel of the 67 with a touch of new. There has to be something out there that work and looks good. I just have to keep searching I guess.

[colgad]

CPP has a 5 lug rear axle conversion for 67 for under $400 part number 6569RACK
Go with a 5 lug disk conversion and you ahead that way too. 6370SWbk-5 for around 800

[Mator]

Originally Posted by colgad

CPP has a 5 lug rear axle conversion for 67 for under $400 part number 6569RACK
Go with a 5 lug disk conversion and you ahead that way too. 6370SWbk-5 for around 800

This is a nice upgrade but was hoping to do this later and keep the 6 lugs. I found a :78 donor truck and can get the front end and rear end for 400 bucks. But again didn't do it.

[rharp]

I researched this long and hard with my 69. I could never find a wheel I truly liked for a price I was willing to spend. I ended up just swapping a 72 front and rear end out and making it 5 lug. It's just too easy to find nice wheels in the 5 lug pattern.

[Mator]

Originally Posted by rharp

I researched this long and hard with my 69. I could never find a wheel I truly liked for a price I was willing to spend. I ended up just swapping a 72 front and rear end out and making it 5 lug. It's just too easy to find nice wheels in the 5 lug pattern.

I' not giving up just yet.the I am close but I have looked at the wheels from the site in the second post and might have a winner. If that falls through I will upgrade to 5 on 5. Is that the right bolt pattern?

[rharp]

That's the one

[Mator]

How about these? Will 20x9 0 offset and 20 x 10 -19 offset work?

https://www.customwheeloffset.com/bu...-0-custom-rims

[Mator]

So I found a good deal on Rocket booster 6's. But they only come in 20x9 with 5 back space and 20x9 5.75 bacspace. What's the best choice? Looking at 275/45/20.

[colgad]

Originally Posted by Mator

So I found a good deal on Rocket booster 6's. But they only come in 20x9 with 5 back space and 20x9 5.75 backspace. What's the best choice? Looking at 275/45/20.

I would use the 5" Backspace ones (0 offset), you may need 1.5" spacers for the rear to get the rims closer to the outside of the fender for looks.

My rims are 10" with 0 offset and I would like more backspace in the front but the ones you are looking at are 9" and would give you .5" more clearance than mine (when you go to disk). The 5.75 backspace would give you 1.25" more clearance than mine.

If you are going to change to disk, in most kits it moves the spindle out .75" so the 5.75" backspace rims would offset (no pun intended) the addition of disk spindles. CPP has no offset disk kits by the way, then you could have all the same size rims.

[Mator]

Thanks. I was hoping someone could help. I start with the 5's and adjust the back as needed.

[colgad]

I have bags all around so hard to say the exact drop but I like to run with the top of the tires at the top of the wheel wells most of the time.
looking forward to photos with the Boosters!!!

I installed a soft top on my Jimmy today, it was pretty easy. I just got the 5.3 running and may take it for a drive tomorrow, if the rain stops.

[Mator]

Wow, nice rig. Thanks again

[colgad]

Originally Posted by Mator

Wow, nice rig. Thanks again

Thanks, it's rust free but not very straight, I bought it with a bad 350 so I had a 5.3 and swapped it in. It will be just a runner for the beach, fishing and hauling around the grandkids.

[Mator]

Well, I pulled the trigger and they are in. What do you think. I think they are awesome. Rocket booster 6's 275/40/20. They were out of the 45's. and yes I have center caps.

[bigmac73]

Originally Posted by Mator

Well, I pulled the trigger and they are in. What do you think. I think they are awesome. Rocket booster 6's 275/40/20. They were out of the 45's. and yes I have center caps.

what paint color and brand is that , I am digging it but not trying to copy