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GMC69 · 03-22-2013, 08:53 AM

I'm debate if I should keep or replace the current rims on my 1970 C-20.

Here is what it looks like now

This is a model I have that I like the style of rim, not the size though, too big.

And here is another thought that I really like but being 3/4 ton, not sure the baby moons would fit due to the rear hubs, (picture borrowed from Square_78, cause it looks great)

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smallwin67 · 03-23-2013, 11:03 AM

My opinion,I would keep them.They look good on your truck..Not a fan of big rims,I like fat tires..;}As far as the baby moons,they look better on slant nose's.Again just my opinion.

54belair · 03-23-2013, 11:14 AM

I love the chrome 5 spoke-----cant ever go wrong with 5 spoke!!!! But I agree with you on size.
Im gonna run either coys or TT IIs on mine (when I get it back together.)

GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 11:14 AM

The current rims do suit my truck. I need new tires and may go a but bigger since I can get them in an LT. Right now I have 265/70/16 and I need to go to 265/75/16 to get an LT tire.

Looks like I have room for it. It will raise the truck just under 1/2" but that's not a completely bad thing.

Also being 8 bolt, it's hard to find a 5 spoke for it.

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weever82 · 03-23-2013, 11:15 AM

I like the rims on the model much better... however I am a fan of the "torq thrust" style rims and I like them in the 19-20" range on our trucks... especially when lowered a few inches.

GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 11:19 AM

I do have one other option. 22" rims that are still available. I was offered the rims a couple years ago and the shop still as them, so they want them gone.

This post has the pictures of them. Price might be different now, seeing how they are still sitting in them.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466205

Of course the front is dropped about 4" and the rear is dropped about 5" and no tires on, so they would fill the opening much better with the vehicle weight back on it.
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Sicklajoie · 03-23-2013, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by GMC69

The current rims do suit my truck. I need new tires and may go a but bigger since I can get them in an LT. Right now I have 265/70/16 and I need to go to 265/75/16 to get an LT tire.

Looks like I have room for it. It will raise the truck just under 1/2" but that's not a completely bad thing.

Also being 8 bolt, it's hard to find a 5 spoke for it.

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x2 on the current rims with 265/75/16 tires

hyatt · 03-23-2013, 11:27 AM

replace with oem aluminum from 2012 up 2500 trucks Look great and you can find take off sets on ebay with tires in the 1500-1800 range

69GWC · 03-23-2013, 03:57 PM

I myself like it the way it is, it has a classic look to it now.
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Scott>72-GMC · 03-23-2013, 04:03 PM

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I like mine but wish I had center caps I see urs do
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GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 05:19 PM

You guys are swaying my decision to keep what I have on there and get the new tires that are slightly taller so I can go LT tires.

NOW the million dollar question.........with the new tires, do I keep it white lettering or not.

Myself I like the white lettering on it since the tires are so big, it helps take away from the size.
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kcsa75 · 03-23-2013, 05:36 PM

I don't care much for what you have -- had similar on my half-ton and sold them on CL for $150 -- and I don't think you're going to find a lot of five-spoke wheels that will fit on a C-20.

As someone else posted, the baby moons probably won't work but you might be able to get a similar look with steelies, dog dish caps and beauty rings.

But I didn't want to be totally negative so I did some digging around and found these on ebay. That will at least get you in the ballpark of what I think you're looking for.

Regardless of your choice in wheels, stay with the blackwalls. Whitewalls are for old men and raised white letters are for rookies.

GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 06:01 PM

I'm going to have to photoshop the white lettering to see what it looks like gone.
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Nitro72 · 03-23-2013, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kcsa75

I don't care much for what you have -- had similar on my half-ton and sold them on CL for $150 -- and I don't think you're going to find a lot of five-spoke wheels that will fit on a C-20.

As someone else posted, the baby moons probably won't work but you might be able to get a similar look with steelies, dog dish caps and beauty rings.

But I didn't want to be totally negative so I did some digging around and found these on ebay. That will at least get you in the ballpark of what I think you're looking for.

Regardless of your choice in wheels, stay with the blackwalls. Whitewalls are for old men and raised white letters are for rookies.

These wheels would look good but they won't fit. They changed the lug pattern on the newer Chevys. I'm very interested in what you decide to do. I will be lowering my C20 and I've been kicking around tire/wheel combos.

Tinkermc · 03-23-2013, 08:19 PM

I really like picture #2

GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 08:35 PM

So do I, but with 8-bolt it's very difficult to find.
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**lolife99** · 03-23-2013, 08:52 PM

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So do I, but with 8-bolt it's very difficult to find.
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You could always convert to 5-lug 1/2-ton suspension,...

GMC69 · 03-23-2013, 09:09 PM

Thought about it, but then it wouldn't be a C-20 anymore and all I've ever seen were C-10. I like having something different.
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69GWC · 03-23-2013, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by GMC69

You guys are swaying my decision to keep what I have on there and get the new tires that are slightly taller so I can go LT tires.

NOW the million dollar question.........with the new tires, do I keep it white lettering or not.

Myself I like the white lettering on it since the tires are so big, it helps take away from the size.
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Yeah you gotta keep the white letters they just go with the look of the wheel and the truck Just my opinion though..lol

But its all in your taste, some like the white letters some like white walls and some just like the black wall so you gotta just put on it what You like and the look your going for.
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Scott>72-GMC · 03-24-2013, 12:06 AM

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Thought about it, but then it wouldn't be a C-20 anymore and all I've ever seen were C-10. I like having something different.
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Rock on. My thoughts on mine exactly. And knowing u can handle a big load weather or not u will. Is just nice to know
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GMC69 · 05-23-2013, 12:02 AM

Tire debate is still going. Some of the guys at work also like the hire lettering on my truck, due to the style and color of it.

BUT, staying with a white lettering tire is limiting my choices. So I'm looking at possibly going black sidewall, but looking for a a bit more of a performance tire since this truck is only driven in the summer.

Any thoughts on what tire to go with, that is more of a performance tread than a stock looking tire?
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tmc1986 · 05-23-2013, 12:39 AM

i think you should change them. i might be the minority here, and im not saying your truck looks bad, but sometimes change is a good thing. put some new wheels and tires on, give it a custom look, i think you'll enjoy something new. good luck

CG · 05-23-2013, 01:09 AM

If it was mine I would go with 16x8 steel wheels painted white with the chrome/aluminum stock small cap. Put some decent size tires on there with blackwall out. It will look like the real workhorse a 3/4 ton is supposed to. It will be the nicest one around and every guy that sees it while you are out and about will drool all over it lol.

There are a ton of pics on the board that show that look

GMCjunkie · 05-23-2013, 08:37 AM

Oooohhhh! I love the rims you have. I will be looking for something similar in them not so near future. Beautiful truck btw.

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Gokart Mozart · 05-23-2013, 09:43 AM

It's your truck, do what you want but since you asked, I'd change them. There are modern wheels that look good on our trucks, you just have to find them.

http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....%2Es&pID=43604

http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....=8&sc4=0&sc5=0

http://www.bigbrandwheels.com/XD-Ser...ome-Rims/1990/

03-22-2013, 08:53 AM	#1
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	What would you do? I'm debate if I should keep or replace the current rims on my 1970 C-20. Here is what it looks like now This is a model I have that I like the style of rim, not the size though, too big. And here is another thought that I really like but being 3/4 ton, not sure the baby moons would fit due to the rear hubs, (picture borrowed from Square_78, cause it looks great) Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

03-23-2013, 11:14 AM	#3
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: What would you do? I love the chrome 5 spoke-----cant ever go wrong with 5 spoke!!!! But I agree with you on size. Im gonna run either coys or TT IIs on mine (when I get it back together.) __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

03-23-2013, 11:14 AM	#4
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? The current rims do suit my truck. I need new tires and may go a but bigger since I can get them in an LT. Right now I have 265/70/16 and I need to go to 265/75/16 to get an LT tire. Looks like I have room for it. It will raise the truck just under 1/2" but that's not a completely bad thing. Also being 8 bolt, it's hard to find a 5 spoke for it. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

03-23-2013, 11:15 AM	#5
weever82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 551	Re: What would you do? I like the rims on the model much better... however I am a fan of the "torq thrust" style rims and I like them in the 19-20" range on our trucks... especially when lowered a few inches. __________________ Weev- Life's tough...... It's even tougher when your stupid - John Wayne

03-23-2013, 11:19 AM	#6
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? I do have one other option. 22" rims that are still available. I was offered the rims a couple years ago and the shop still as them, so they want them gone. This post has the pictures of them. Price might be different now, seeing how they are still sitting in them. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466205 Of course the front is dropped about 4" and the rear is dropped about 5" and no tires on, so they would fill the opening much better with the vehicle weight back on it. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags Last edited by GMC69; 03-23-2013 at 11:24 AM.

03-23-2013, 11:03 AM	#2
smallwin67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Southern,Maryland Posts: 87	Re: What would you do? My opinion,I would keep them.They look good on your truck..Not a fan of big rims,I like fat tires..;}As far as the baby moons,they look better on slant nose's.Again just my opinion. __________________ Doin it one piece at a time.

03-23-2013, 11:27 AM	#8
hyatt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: sparta tennessee Posts: 345	Re: What would you do? replace with oem aluminum from 2012 up 2500 trucks Look great and you can find take off sets on ebay with tires in the 1500-1800 range __________________ 1946 car hauler 1948 surburban 1937 chevy sedan 1940 olds sedan (project) 1967 ss396 chevelle 1999 dually crewcab(24000 miles)

03-23-2013, 03:57 PM	#9
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: What would you do? I myself like it the way it is, it has a classic look to it now. Posted via Mobile Device

03-23-2013, 04:03 PM	#10
Scott>72-GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New providence ia Posts: 1,018	Re: What would you do? Posted via Mobile Device I like mine but wish I had center caps I see urs do Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 72 GMC super custom.

03-23-2013, 05:19 PM	#11
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? You guys are swaying my decision to keep what I have on there and get the new tires that are slightly taller so I can go LT tires. NOW the million dollar question.........with the new tires, do I keep it white lettering or not. Myself I like the white lettering on it since the tires are so big, it helps take away from the size. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

03-23-2013, 05:36 PM	#12
kcsa75 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 3,590	Re: What would you do? I don't care much for what you have -- had similar on my half-ton and sold them on CL for $150 -- and I don't think you're going to find a lot of five-spoke wheels that will fit on a C-20. As someone else posted, the baby moons probably won't work but you might be able to get a similar look with steelies, dog dish caps and beauty rings. But I didn't want to be totally negative so I did some digging around and found these on ebay. That will at least get you in the ballpark of what I think you're looking for. Regardless of your choice in wheels, stay with the blackwalls. Whitewalls are for old men and raised white letters are for rookies. Attached Images __________________ Willie Swamp Angel Truckers '72 C10 Highlander *People who blindly follow a GPS end up on television programs on The Weather Channel. Some survive, some don't.*

03-23-2013, 06:01 PM	#13
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? I'm going to have to photoshop the white lettering to see what it looks like gone. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

03-23-2013, 08:19 PM	#15
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: What would you do? I really like picture #2

03-23-2013, 08:35 PM	#16
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? So do I, but with 8-bolt it's very difficult to find. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

03-23-2013, 09:09 PM	#18
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? Thought about it, but then it wouldn't be a C-20 anymore and all I've ever seen were C-10. I like having something different. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags



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05-23-2013, 12:02 AM	#21
GMC69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Posts: 734	Re: What would you do? Tire debate is still going. Some of the guys at work also like the hire lettering on my truck, due to the style and color of it. BUT, staying with a white lettering tire is limiting my choices. So I'm looking at possibly going black sidewall, but looking for a a bit more of a performance tire since this truck is only driven in the summer. Any thoughts on what tire to go with, that is more of a performance tread than a stock looking tire? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike Email: Click here to email me -- 2019 Silvedrado 4x4 1970 Chevy 3/4 ton, 396BB, on air bags

05-23-2013, 12:39 AM	#22
tmc1986 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: enumclaw, wa Posts: 143	Re: What would you do? i think you should change them. i might be the minority here, and im not saying your truck looks bad, but sometimes change is a good thing. put some new wheels and tires on, give it a custom look, i think you'll enjoy something new. good luck __________________ '67 2wd LWB 350/4speed.

05-23-2013, 01:09 AM	#23
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,019	Re: What would you do? If it was mine I would go with 16x8 steel wheels painted white with the chrome/aluminum stock small cap. Put some decent size tires on there with blackwall out. It will look like the real workhorse a 3/4 ton is supposed to. It will be the nicest one around and every guy that sees it while you are out and about will drool all over it lol. There are a ton of pics on the board that show that look __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

05-23-2013, 08:37 AM	#24
GMCjunkie Dude...I'm a CHICK Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Lakeland Georgia Posts: 6,192	Re: What would you do? Oooohhhh! I love the rims you have. I will be looking for something similar in them not so near future. Beautiful truck btw. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* "The unexamined life is not worth living" -Socrates ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* '71 GMC Suburban 4x4

05-23-2013, 09:43 AM	#25
Gokart Mozart Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Detroit Posts: 432	Re: What would you do? It's your truck, do what you want but since you asked, I'd change them. There are modern wheels that look good on our trucks, you just have to find them. http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....%2Es&pID=43604 http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....=8&sc4=0&sc5=0 http://www.bigbrandwheels.com/XD-Ser...ome-Rims/1990/

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