8 lug verses 6 lug advnatages ??

[Dale_Brown]

8 lug verses 6 lug advantages?

I recently purchased a set of matching rears for my K 10 winter project. While walking through the local “pick and pull” I noticed a low mileage K20 with 8 lug wheels. When I inquired about price they were VERY reasonable!

My question is there any significant advantage in having this heavy duty rears as to my K 10 six lug. I can see the difference as the rear has some serious brake drums and looks to me more heavy duty. The front looks the same as mine with larger rotors.

I am not building an off road truck just a weekend driver.

Any assistance is always greatly appreciated!