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AirMale · 03-01-2004, 07:44 PM

I need to know if the GM truck rallys can use any trim ring or do they use specific trim rings. I've seen some nice 15" stainless rings on ebay and wasn't sure if they would fit. I prefer the smooth rounded edge over the rigid edge ones. I am gonna run some 15X7 and 15X10s. Thanx for any advice

**swervin ervin** · 03-01-2004, 09:11 PM

On my 8" ralleys, I used stainless that were 3" wide. I'm guessing it would need to be 2 or 2.5" with 7's. I'm not sure if they even make them wider than 3", so you might have to run the 3's on the 10's too. Oh, and as far as I know, except maybe for the ridge you speak of, a trim ring is a trim ring. I'm sure if I'm full of hot air, someone will let me know.

rodkeyc · 03-02-2004, 04:06 PM

i got some beauty rings at my local autozone for 15 inch rims for just 10 bucks a piece. you might check there....if nothing else to save the ebay shipping. Corey

bigblock73 · 03-02-2004, 04:29 PM

Might want to check into the narow trim rings from Stockton Wheel or Early Wheel Company...they are 1-2" and look really nice when used with smooth or rally centers.

SCOTI · 03-02-2004, 08:00 PM

I always liked the stock 88 & up trim rings. You can pick them up @ most swap meets, used hub-caps joints, wrecking yards & the dealerships still prob have them lying around.

The thing I like about them is it doesn't matter how wide the wheel is..... the trim ring only covers the initial outer lip, so it's the same look on different size wheels.

Mike76251 · 03-03-2004, 11:34 AM

I like the factory trim rings and center caps on my '84 and so do other people..............those people want them for free as they try to steal them when in mall parking lots. That says something about how high they are!

Slonaker · 03-03-2004, 01:19 PM

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Originally posted by Mike76251
I like the factory trim rings and center caps on my '84 and so do other people..............those people want them for free as they try to steal them when in mall parking lots. That says something about how high they are!

I need to start stocking up on these things. None of mine have ever been stolen, but I think they will begin to as they get harder to find. I have bought a couple of caps and a trim ring at the local Pick 'n' Pull, and they only get about $2.75 for them. I doubt that will be the case in the near future.

Slonaker

**crossy** · 03-03-2004, 02:47 PM

Jay, there are actually 3 different sizes of the 'old' style rally. The trucks used either 7's or 8's and will take the nice looking wide rings. Almost any aftermarket or factory ring will fit also. Other cars used the wide rings like big Pontiacs but some styles were brushed instead of polished. The 'detail' of the polished ones vary greatly also, some will look like a mirror while others kinda dull. Here's what to watch for . the third size is commonly referrred to by the seller as 15x7 but they are actually 15x6.5 and came on vans. they do not have the deep offset on the outside and the wide rings don't fit proper. Also watch that the guy isn't trying to sell you the late model ones (88-up) as they are slightly differnt and have a positive offset.
Going for the sleeper look now are we?? If you come by I'll let you look at my latest nightmare and pick through the dozen or so that I have here:-) , DAVE

AirMale · 03-03-2004, 08:28 PM

Hey Dave.....is cowtown having a flea market this weekend? saturday or sunday? I would love to go, gimmie a shout.

**crossy** · 03-03-2004, 09:19 PM

March 14th, rain or shine,I am at the first two tables in the MIDDLE of the First building off rt. 40 , two best spots there. I may sub-lease one spot. ?? some situations that are brewing here may have me in Emory,Tx. that weekend though. If that happens I may have to call on one of our Dallas area guys to come get me and take me out for a cold one one night. I'm going to need it !

03-01-2004, 07:44 PM	#1
AirMale Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Atlantic City, NJ Posts: 1,073	Question on Trim rings? I need to know if the GM truck rallys can use any trim ring or do they use specific trim rings. I've seen some nice 15" stainless rings on ebay and wasn't sure if they would fit. I prefer the smooth rounded edge over the rigid edge ones. I am gonna run some 15X7 and 15X10s. Thanx for any advice __________________ 86 SWB 9.0 LITER T-400-OD 4.11 eaton-4/5 drop Best 1/4 12.51 @112mph no traction

03-01-2004, 09:11 PM	#2
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	On my 8" ralleys, I used stainless that were 3" wide. I'm guessing it would need to be 2 or 2.5" with 7's. I'm not sure if they even make them wider than 3", so you might have to run the 3's on the 10's too. Oh, and as far as I know, except maybe for the ridge you speak of, a trim ring is a trim ring. I'm sure if I'm full of hot air, someone will let me know. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-02-2004, 04:06 PM	#3
rodkeyc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: ashland, ky Posts: 57	i got some beauty rings at my local autozone for 15 inch rims for just 10 bucks a piece. you might check there....if nothing else to save the ebay shipping. Corey __________________ I would rather push my chevy than drive anything else.

03-02-2004, 04:29 PM	#4
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Might want to check into the narow trim rings from Stockton Wheel or Early Wheel Company...they are 1-2" and look really nice when used with smooth or rally centers. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-02-2004, 08:00 PM	#5
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,943	I always liked the stock 88 & up trim rings. You can pick them up @ most swap meets, used hub-caps joints, wrecking yards & the dealerships still prob have them lying around. The thing I like about them is it doesn't matter how wide the wheel is..... the trim ring only covers the initial outer lip, so it's the same look on different size wheels. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

03-03-2004, 11:34 AM	#6
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,500	I like the factory trim rings and center caps on my '84 and so do other people..............those people want them for free as they try to steal them when in mall parking lots. That says something about how high they are!

03-03-2004, 02:47 PM	#8
crossy Oh,you can't buy that new Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Pennsville,N.J. 08070, USA Posts: 2,039	Jay, there are actually 3 different sizes of the 'old' style rally. The trucks used either 7's or 8's and will take the nice looking wide rings. Almost any aftermarket or factory ring will fit also. Other cars used the wide rings like big Pontiacs but some styles were brushed instead of polished. The 'detail' of the polished ones vary greatly also, some will look like a mirror while others kinda dull. Here's what to watch for . the third size is commonly referrred to by the seller as 15x7 but they are actually 15x6.5 and came on vans. they do not have the deep offset on the outside and the wide rings don't fit proper. Also watch that the guy isn't trying to sell you the late model ones (88-up) as they are slightly differnt and have a positive offset. Going for the sleeper look now are we?? If you come by I'll let you look at my latest nightmare and pick through the dozen or so that I have here:-) , DAVE __________________ "been there, done that, ruined the T-shirt". 2007 LBZ GMC Sierra, ECSB 2006 LM7 RCSB Silverado 98 Vortec project. 94,3500,6.5L 4L80 81 SWB GMC POS finally gone 73 Pinto, stock, w/CragarSS's-eww LOTS of Cummins trucks. Last edited by crossy; 03-03-2004 at 02:51 PM.

03-03-2004, 08:28 PM	#9
AirMale Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Atlantic City, NJ Posts: 1,073	Hey Dave.....is cowtown having a flea market this weekend? saturday or sunday? I would love to go, gimmie a shout. __________________ 86 SWB 9.0 LITER T-400-OD 4.11 eaton-4/5 drop Best 1/4 12.51 @112mph no traction

03-03-2004, 09:19 PM	#10
crossy Oh,you can't buy that new Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Pennsville,N.J. 08070, USA Posts: 2,039	March 14th, rain or shine,I am at the first two tables in the MIDDLE of the First building off rt. 40 , two best spots there. I may sub-lease one spot. ?? some situations that are brewing here may have me in Emory,Tx. that weekend though. If that happens I may have to call on one of our Dallas area guys to come get me and take me out for a cold one one night. I'm going to need it ! __________________ "been there, done that, ruined the T-shirt". 2007 LBZ GMC Sierra, ECSB 2006 LM7 RCSB Silverado 98 Vortec project. 94,3500,6.5L 4L80 81 SWB GMC POS finally gone 73 Pinto, stock, w/CragarSS's-eww LOTS of Cummins trucks.



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