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Devillusion · 06-03-2012, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

mr bowtie....this is what you are looking for...I'm still waiting for tires for them. They are 1.5" wider than the widest stock wheel but only a "purist" would know the difference. Powder coated in Argent Silver.

what size/offset are those? And loving those hub caps.....Where does a person get those particular wheels? You say they are what width then?

Sorry for all the questions, just trying to nail down some issues I'm having with wheels on my current project.

1985-GMC · 06-03-2012, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Devillusion

are those 16x8's or 10's? or are they the 16.5's?

Those are Kelsey Hays 16.5s that came on camper specials, they made them in two different widths 9.75" and 8.25" which I believe is what he has.

CG · 06-03-2012, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 1985-GMC

Those are Kelsey Hays 16.5s that came on camper specials, they made them in two different widths 9.75" and 8.25" which I believe is what he has.

8.25 16.5 is correct. I dont have them anymore, sold them to another board member.

CG · 06-10-2012, 09:50 PM

Im looking at Wheel Vintiques on Summits website and Im not seeing the 16 inch 8 lug steel wheels. I know a couple people on this thread said they got them from there. Could you get me a little more info ... part number or something?

Mark

Critterman71 · 06-10-2012, 09:59 PM

I found that calling them was easier than the web site but they do have them for sure. Also Jegs has them as well 1 800 345 4545 is there number thats where I got mine they have all sizes like Summit. hope this helps also, jegs is 24 hours day on that # for orders and tech supports for parts and info as well

CG · 06-10-2012, 10:06 PM

Ok, thanks for the info!

CrewCab59 · 06-10-2012, 10:44 PM

Wheel Vintiques 82-680804 - Wheel Vintiques 82 Series Wheels

CG · 06-10-2012, 10:54 PM

Gotta love more help =)

Does anyone know what the stock 8 lug rim width is? ... I'm not talking the Kelsey Hayes upgrade wheels. Just plain ol stock 8 lug width.

**allchevy58** · 06-10-2012, 11:19 PM

Summit Racing's part #WVI-82-680804.

CG · 06-11-2012, 01:31 PM

ttt for stock steel 8 lug width, not the Kelsey Hayes

CrewCab59 · 06-11-2012, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

ttt for stock steel 8 lug width, not the Kelsey Hayes

16x6.5

Thanks

CG · 06-11-2012, 06:07 PM

Wow only 6.5 inches wide. Seems so narrow for a big truck
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-Greg72 · 06-20-2012, 05:30 PM

Has anyone ever seen a stamped 8-lug steel wheel (either aftermarket or modified "stock") that has been grafted to a 17" barrel???

I'd love to be able to use a stock set of hubcaps, and would really like to have the stock-appearing steel wheel but in the 17" diameter and with at least 5.5" of backspacing

I realize it's an odd request, and will probably be a one-off custom job but I'm curious if it would even be possible to cut out and use a 16.5" center in the larger barrel????

Thanks for any links or suggestions on who might be capable of doing this kind of project. Bonus points to anyone who can post a pic where this has already been done by someone else!

-G

CrewCab59 · 06-20-2012, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by -Greg72

Has anyone ever seen a stamped 8-lug steel wheel (either aftermarket or modified "stock") that has been grafted to a 17" barrel???

I'd love to be able to use a stock set of hubcaps, and would really like to have the stock-appearing steel wheel but in the 17" diameter and with at least 5.5" of backspacing

I realize it's an odd request, and will probably be a one-off custom job but I'm curious if it would even be possible to cut out and use a 16.5" center in the larger barrel????

Thanks for any links or suggestions on who might be capable of doing this kind of project. Bonus points to anyone who can post a pic where this has already been done by someone else!

-G

The problem is the std wheel blanks are straight accross and the center of a 16" or 16.5 isn't big enough to fit into a 17" wheel. I have talked to many different wheel builders and they all have said the same thing. I still ask and still look for other ways.

-Greg72 · 06-20-2012, 09:21 PM

Thanks.

My only other idea was to find an off-the-shelf plain-looking steel 17" wheel and try to figure out a mounting scheme to hang a stock hubcap on it somehow? Maybe just weld the retaining "bumps" from the stock wheel to the generic wheel.... Or create some kind of wireframe mount that would latch to a factory hubcap?

-G
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1985-GMC · 06-20-2012, 10:40 PM

Check this out, definitely an idea: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...60&postcount=6

Or maybe the centers from some old 17.5" wheels would fit some outer 17" rings. If you could find some plain 17" steel wheels you like it probably would be easiest to just weld some tabs on them.

K20chevy · 04-27-2013, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by -Greg72

Thanks.

My only other idea was to find an off-the-shelf plain-looking steel 17" wheel and try to figure out a mounting scheme to hang a stock hubcap on it somehow? Maybe just weld the retaining "bumps" from the stock wheel to the generic wheel.... Or create some kind of wireframe mount that would latch to a factory hubcap?

-G
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Dodge actually has 17x7, 17x7.5 and 17x8 stock steel wheels with the 8x6.5" bolt pattern. The only problem is that they have huge backspacing. I think about 6"! So on the old trucks you´d have to use spacers OR maybe you could "re-center" them for a little less backspacing.

The coolest would actually be to use the old center caps on these wheels somehow....

Shaky · 04-27-2013, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by K20chevy

The coolest would actually be to use the old center caps on these wheels somehow....

I saved the clips from my split wheels on my '67, along with the hubcaps. Someday, in my spare time (

) I hope to mount them on my later-model wheels and run the old caps.

tommys72 · 04-27-2013, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

Alloy slots...all the rage back in the day...LOL!

Looks really good
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K20chevy · 04-28-2013, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Shaky

I saved the clips from my split wheels on my '67, along with the hubcaps. Someday, in my spare time (

) I hope to mount them on my later-model wheels and run the old caps.

Very cool! Thanks for sharing the pics. That would actually be a great way to mount the caps to newer wheels. Instead of drilling a hole for the rivet, I´d probably spot weld the clips to the wheel instead though.

steves1967 · 04-30-2013, 11:04 PM

17 x 9 with 4.5" back spacing
American Racing Artillery AX181
Last pic is a photoshop of what I'm shooting for....

Ackattack · 04-30-2013, 11:29 PM

Not a 67-72, but 8 lugs

MKW M88 18x9

**derotoreut** · 05-01-2013, 09:09 AM

My C20 has Hummer H2 wheels and Chevy Caps.

harrdawg54 · 05-01-2013, 04:34 PM

I like that H2 Chevy cap combo

**FirstOwner69** · 05-01-2013, 05:36 PM

The H2 wheels and Chevy caps will be going on mine when I get to that point. I'll have a little different looking cap though. I'm trying to mimic the original hubcaps.

06-10-2012, 09:50 PM	#229
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Im looking at Wheel Vintiques on Summits website and Im not seeing the 16 inch 8 lug steel wheels. I know a couple people on this thread said they got them from there. Could you get me a little more info ... part number or something? Mark __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

06-10-2012, 09:59 PM	#230
Critterman71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lansing Mi Posts: 642	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I found that calling them was easier than the web site but they do have them for sure. Also Jegs has them as well 1 800 345 4545 is there number thats where I got mine they have all sizes like Summit. hope this helps also, jegs is 24 hours day on that # for orders and tech supports for parts and info as well

06-10-2012, 10:06 PM	#231
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Ok, thanks for the info! __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

06-10-2012, 10:44 PM	#232
CrewCab59 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Knoxville,TN Posts: 1,185	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Wheel Vintiques 82-680804 - Wheel Vintiques 82 Series Wheels __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe 20 4x4 burb 1971 GMC SWB CST 4x4 1972 GMC k20 4x4 (X- brush truck ) 1971 Chevy CST Blazer 4x4 1971 Chevy C/10 1970 Cab Chassis C30 157" 1971 Cab Chassis Custom 30 Deluxe 157" 292/4spd ( Napco Replica ) 1988 Chevy V30 4x4 wrecker challenger 4812

06-10-2012, 10:54 PM	#233
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Gotta love more help =) Does anyone know what the stock 8 lug rim width is? ... I'm not talking the Kelsey Hayes upgrade wheels. Just plain ol stock 8 lug width. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

06-10-2012, 11:19 PM	#234
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,440	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Summit Racing's part #WVI-82-680804. __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

06-11-2012, 01:31 PM	#235
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? ttt for stock steel 8 lug width, not the Kelsey Hayes __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

06-11-2012, 06:07 PM	#237
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Wow only 6.5 inches wide. Seems so narrow for a big truck Posted via Mobile Device __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

06-20-2012, 05:30 PM	#238
-Greg72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 308	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Has anyone ever seen a stamped 8-lug steel wheel (either aftermarket or modified "stock") that has been grafted to a 17" barrel??? I'd love to be able to use a stock set of hubcaps, and would really like to have the stock-appearing steel wheel but in the 17" diameter and with at least 5.5" of backspacing I realize it's an odd request, and will probably be a one-off custom job but I'm curious if it would even be possible to cut out and use a 16.5" center in the larger barrel???? Thanks for any links or suggestions on who might be capable of doing this kind of project. Bonus points to anyone who can post a pic where this has already been done by someone else! -G __________________ 1972 K5 - 502BBC/4L80E/Magnum205/Mog-9s/5.26s/38" BFG KM2s Find me on INSTAGRAM @MIGHTASWELLK5 '72 K5 - Greg's "Might As Well™" Build

06-20-2012, 09:21 PM	#240
-Greg72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 308	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Thanks. My only other idea was to find an off-the-shelf plain-looking steel 17" wheel and try to figure out a mounting scheme to hang a stock hubcap on it somehow? Maybe just weld the retaining "bumps" from the stock wheel to the generic wheel.... Or create some kind of wireframe mount that would latch to a factory hubcap? -G Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 K5 - 502BBC/4L80E/Magnum205/Mog-9s/5.26s/38" BFG KM2s Find me on INSTAGRAM @MIGHTASWELLK5 '72 K5 - Greg's "Might As Well™" Build

06-20-2012, 10:40 PM	#241
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Check this out, definitely an idea: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...60&postcount=6 Or maybe the centers from some old 17.5" wheels would fit some outer 17" rings. If you could find some plain 17" steel wheels you like it probably would be easiest to just weld some tabs on them. __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

04-30-2013, 11:04 PM	#246
steves1967 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Manteca, Ca USA Posts: 305	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? 17 x 9 with 4.5" back spacing American Racing Artillery AX181 Last pic is a photoshop of what I'm shooting for.... Attached Images __________________ '71 Chevy 3/4 Ton Longbed '22 Chevy Tahoe RST '67 Firebird- 8 sec street car '24 GMC CC 4x4 Duramax Dually

04-30-2013, 11:29 PM	#247
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Not a 67-72, but 8 lugs MKW M88 18x9 __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

05-01-2013, 09:09 AM	#248
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? My C20 has Hummer H2 wheels and Chevy Caps. Attached Images __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

05-01-2013, 04:34 PM	#249
harrdawg54 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sandpoint, Idaho Posts: 178	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I like that H2 Chevy cap combo __________________ 1969 Chevy K20 Custom Camper 350, 4sp, 33's High on plans, Low on funds



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FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? The H2 wheels and Chevy caps will be going on mine when I get to that point. I'll have a little different looking cap though. I'm trying to mimic the original hubcaps. Attached Images

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