Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

chevjayfsd · 11-06-2009, 02:49 PM

I'm wanting new wheels. It will be either of these 2 choices, and they will be staggered 18/20"

What do ya'll think? And show us your pics of either staggered wheels (18/20) or your TTII's or Vintecs!

c10addict · 11-06-2009, 03:11 PM

torq thrust st's if this helps....18" and 20" I would go with the vin-techs if I was picking..

big_al_71 · 11-06-2009, 06:41 PM

I would go with "Coys"

chevjayfsd · 11-06-2009, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

I would go with "Coys"

For some reason, I really have never liked the coys... call me crazy.

chevjayfsd · 11-06-2009, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c10addict

torq thrust st's if this helps....18" and 20" I would go with the vin-techs if I was picking..

Awesome, I know for sure now i want the rims staggered.

OldSkool71 · 11-06-2009, 07:31 PM

I would probably go with the Vintec if I had my choice...they look similar to what im running on mine...except I gotta keep it OldSkool running 17's...

trenz68 · 11-10-2009, 10:31 PM

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**SactoJim** · 11-11-2009, 12:06 PM

Here's some Vintecs.....regular and dished soft lips.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 11-11-2009, 12:28 PM

Id go with the vintecs and everyone has the tt's

Zumo · 11-11-2009, 01:57 PM

I would go with less common that Torqs or Vintecs. Although both wheels are sharp seems like there are very common. Try some of these others:

68_chop_top · 11-11-2009, 04:35 PM

I like what I like . . . TTII
17" front and rear for 4 wheel tire rotation.

68_chop_top · 11-11-2009, 04:38 PM

**Tom Vogel** · 11-12-2009, 10:24 AM

[QUOTE...except I gotta keep it OldSkool running 17's...

[/QUOTE]

So 17's are 'oldschool,

Man, Im never gonna get used to this Bigwheel thing. Im just old I guess.

**SactoJim** · 11-12-2009, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

[QUOTE...except I gotta keep it OldSkool running 17's...

So 17's are 'oldschool,

Man, Im never gonna get used to this Bigwheel thing. Im just old I guess.[/QUOTE]

Ain't that the truth!.....I'm tired of big @ss wheels and rubber band tires. 17's may be "oldskool" on a late model, but not on a 35+ yo truck!

HuggerCST · 11-12-2009, 01:28 PM

I think what he meant was the 17's let you maintain the old school look, while bigger wheels give you a more modern look. That's the way that I look at it anyway. I guess I fit into the "old school" category.

big_al_71 · 11-12-2009, 01:36 PM

Old school 17's.......then I moved up to the modern look....

mclairmo · 11-12-2009, 04:59 PM

I vote for regular Vintecs. However, the TTIIs would be classier and last longer in terms of style. Vintecs might be a tad more trendy.

Rochlow · 11-12-2009, 05:07 PM

I had a set of vintec on my 97... Loved them..

100gold · 11-12-2009, 05:30 PM

I need to order wheels and tires next. I've really been struggling with this same question.

I've narrowed down my choices to the Cragar ss or the TT's in 17" both.

What I can't decide on is the stance! A 2" / 4" drop or what.

Zumo, what were those middle wheels in those pics that you posted? Looks like an old style laker kind of wheel?

I wish more guy's listed their drop specs and wheel sizes in their signatures! LOL

HuggerCST · 11-12-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 100gold

I need to order wheels and tires next. I've really been struggling with this same question.

I've narrowed down my choices to the Cragar ss or the TT's in 17" both.

What I can't decide on is the stance! A 2" / 4" drop or what.

Zumo, what were those middle wheels in those pics that you posted? Looks like an old style laker kind of wheel?

I wish more guy's listed their drop specs and wheel sizes in their signatures! LOL

I remember thinking the same thing when I was trying make that decision. I think I'll take your advice and do that. This truck is not mine, but here is another type of wheel that I like and are less expensive. They are 17" chrome Crager 390s, which are a knockoff of Halibrand sprints.

100gold · 11-12-2009, 06:21 PM

Thanks a million Huggercst!

My builder has convinced me to not worry about the stance until she's all done. Meaning motor is in it and the wheels and tires of choice are bolted on.

No c notches or drop members so adjusting the stance will be a cake walk according to him.

Truck is a 72 Cheyenne Super, swb black ext and parchment. I like the 17" old school look. Timeless wheel design and properly filled wheel wells. Ha Ha!

11-06-2009, 02:49 PM	#1
chevjayfsd Project 7dos Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Abilene, Texas Posts: 876	Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I'm wanting new wheels. It will be either of these 2 choices, and they will be staggered 18/20" What do ya'll think? And show us your pics of either staggered wheels (18/20) or your TTII's or Vintecs! __________________ 7DOS - 1972 C-10 350/350 Porterbuilt/Accuair 20x8.5/20x10 Ride Low or Die PSSST - Yes it's bagged. 7dos build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=610290

11-06-2009, 03:11 PM	#2
c10addict Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: pittsburgh pa Posts: 1,970	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II torq thrust st's if this helps....18" and 20" I would go with the vin-techs if I was picking.. Attached Images __________________ 68 C10 Shorty TPI,Bagged, and all the good stuff. Classic trucks feature June 06, On the cover of Jegs Christmas Catalog 08 67 C10 Shorty Shop truck project Bagged and Z'd under destruction and getting nowhere fast. 64 C10 Shop Truck/Daily driver, Bagged, Dropmember, SOLD!!!! Gone but not forgotten.. 54 GMC under the knife getting a S10 chassis swap and bagged. See my build thread... 07 GMC Sierra 5/7 drop, 22's and 24's Air ride on my mind.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=339340 See pics of my trucks in my profile Last edited by c10addict; 11-06-2009 at 03:11 PM.

11-06-2009, 06:41 PM	#3
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I would go with "Coys" Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-06-2009, 07:31 PM	#6
OldSkool71 C/10 CLUB MEMBER Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 993	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I would probably go with the Vintec if I had my choice...they look similar to what im running on mine...except I gotta keep it OldSkool running 17's... Attached Images __________________ -Ron- Last edited by OldSkool71; 11-06-2009 at 07:58 PM.

11-10-2009, 10:31 PM	#7
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11-11-2009, 12:06 PM	#8
SactoJim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,970	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II Here's some Vintecs.....regular and dished soft lips. Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB Fleet Nut & bolt frame off in progress...99.9999% - supercharged 383 - 4 wheel discs - relocated fuel tank - My Build Thread

11-11-2009, 12:28 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II Id go with the vintecs and everyone has the tt's __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-11-2009, 01:57 PM	#10
Zumo Hot Rods For Life Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX Posts: 3,305	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I would go with less common that Torqs or Vintecs. Although both wheels are sharp seems like there are very common. Try some of these others: __________________ 1968 C10 LWB **SOLD* Andy Viva Los Bicicletas! Los Muertos Custom Bicycles

11-11-2009, 04:35 PM	#11
68_chop_top Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Granbury, TEXAS Posts: 250	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I like what I like . . . TTII 17" front and rear for 4 wheel tire rotation. __________________ Mine is chopped, has a clutch, and a big block.

11-11-2009, 04:38 PM	#12
68_chop_top Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Granbury, TEXAS Posts: 250	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II

11-12-2009, 10:24 AM	#13
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,564	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II [QUOTE...except I gotta keep it OldSkool running 17's...[/QUOTE] So 17's are 'oldschool, Man, Im never gonna get used to this Bigwheel thing. Im just old I guess.

11-12-2009, 01:28 PM	#15
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I think what he meant was the 17's let you maintain the old school look, while bigger wheels give you a more modern look. That's the way that I look at it anyway. I guess I fit into the "old school" category. Attached Images __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com Last edited by HuggerCST; 11-12-2009 at 01:40 PM.

11-12-2009, 01:36 PM	#16
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II Old school 17's.......then I moved up to the modern look.... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-12-2009, 04:59 PM	#17
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I vote for regular Vintecs. However, the TTIIs would be classier and last longer in terms of style. Vintecs might be a tad more trendy.

11-12-2009, 05:07 PM	#18
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I had a set of vintec on my 97... Loved them..



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11-12-2009, 05:30 PM	#19
100gold Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Weiser,Idaho Posts: 234	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II I need to order wheels and tires next. I've really been struggling with this same question. I've narrowed down my choices to the Cragar ss or the TT's in 17" both. What I can't decide on is the stance! A 2" / 4" drop or what. Zumo, what were those middle wheels in those pics that you posted? Looks like an old style laker kind of wheel? I wish more guy's listed their drop specs and wheel sizes in their signatures! LOL

11-12-2009, 06:21 PM	#21
100gold Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Weiser,Idaho Posts: 234	Re: Billet Specialties Vintec vs. AR Torq Thrust II Thanks a million Huggercst! My builder has convinced me to not worry about the stance until she's all done. Meaning motor is in it and the wheels and tires of choice are bolted on. No c notches or drop members so adjusting the stance will be a cake walk according to him. Truck is a 72 Cheyenne Super, swb black ext and parchment. I like the 17" old school look. Timeless wheel design and properly filled wheel wells. Ha Ha!

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