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race-n-jason · 07-18-2002, 08:34 AM

Has anyone tried using the later model Center Caps on thier ealier 80's 15" X 8" Truck Rallies.

I realize that the lugs are somewhat special, but didn't know if it would clear the disk brake rotor as it penetrates the front wheel.

Thanks in advance.

SCOTI · 07-18-2002, 09:27 AM

I've got the satin black on my beater. I like the looks better than the 70-80's style. The 1/2" conversion lugs(the correct lugs for these caps is for 14mm studs) can be purchased @ Affordable Hubcaps on Harry Hines Blvd @ forest Ln. for about 2$ a pop. I have 15x6/front & 15x8/rear ralleys & the caps bolted up w/no mods.

race-n-jason · 07-18-2002, 09:29 PM

Hey Scoti,

Believe it or not, I have actually seen your truck in person. Long before I knew you were on the board. You were parked in front of the "Northern Tool & Equipment" in Garland off of I30 and Beltline. I was on my way in and caught site of your "beater" and drooled all the way into the store.

About a week ago, I was doing a search, and ran across a picture of your truck, and said, "HEY I KNOW THAT TRUCK !!!!".

Anyhow, you've got a really MEAN stance.

Back to the subject at hand, I found a guy on ebay that sells chrome centercaps, lugs (1/2" or 14mm), black lug covers, and stainless rings for 4 wheels for 65 dollars. Was about to go for it, but thought I would at least verify if they would fit my 8" ralleys first.

Thanks man

Scott70Chevy · 07-18-2002, 10:08 PM

Hey, let's make this a DFW-TX thread!

I guess I'm not far from you guys, about 30 miles south of Dallas (I work in Dallas, though). I have wide 6-lug rallyes from probably 70's 4x4. They have the big deep center caps (will fit over the front hubs on 4x4). I lost one on the way to work one day. Anyone know where to find another (for a reasonable price, of course!)?

SCOTI · 07-19-2002, 04:22 PM

Scott, I used to have them on my RestoRod 67. I know for sure I've got @ least 3 of the 5-lug style so I'll check this weekend for the 6-lug. If I have one your welcome to it.

**BIG ORANGE** · 07-19-2002, 05:21 PM

I use them on all the ralleys that I run. The way I put them on is turn them over and remove 3 of the plugs on the 5 legs and line them up with 3 holes in the rim,use a self tappn screw and then I buy a set of chrome lug nuts and it looks great.I got a set of them on the 68 lwb that I got for sale.

Scott70Chevy · 07-20-2002, 01:57 AM

Thanks, Scoti.

Are any of you going to the Chevy Pride Family Picnic at Lake Lavon Aug. 3rd? I just saw it last night on one of the posts. I haven't been involved in the Southern Bowties club, but it sounds like fun.

SCOTI · 07-20-2002, 11:48 AM

I'm definitely going to try & go but I haven't registerd as of yet. It would be good to check out other local board members rides or if they aren't running you @ least get to match the name to a human. I believe the deadline is 7-22 for registration. Did you have the old style pot-metal/steel 6-lug center caps that attach w/3 small bolts @ front of wheel or the newer plastic late model type that attach via the lug nuts?

Scott70Chevy · 07-20-2002, 12:31 PM

I just registered last night. Wife and kids don't get back into town until tomorrow, but I decided to register now instead of waiting 'till we firm up our plans.

I have the old style center caps that attach with 3 screws (maybe 1/4" thread diameter?). Family has the digi camera with them, so I can't go get a pic of it. Here is a profile view of the truck, maybe you can make out the caps in it.

[IMG]C:\Documents and Settings\Scott\My Documents\My Pictures\2001 70 Chevy Truck 81 CB750F SS\70Chevy view 1.jpg[/IMG]

I haven't tried posting pics before, so don't know if this will work!

Scott70Chevy · 07-20-2002, 12:38 PM

I guess the IMG is for only linking to a website (which I don't have

). Let's try again using an attachment:

SCOTI · 07-20-2002, 01:26 PM

Yep, I've got one of those around here somewhere. I'll dig through the attic or parts shed & get it for you. If you can hold out until the picnic I'll give it to you there?? Hey, thats a nice looking truck.

Scott70Chevy · 07-20-2002, 01:42 PM

Thanks!

The truck looks better in pictures than in person, but it's still in pretty decent shape. Body doesn't have rust, but unfortunately the front driverside fender/bumper had a little accident with the previous owner. I haven't done anything about it, otherwise the truck would look really great (except for the scratches I've added while working on our land, I didn't buy it to be a show truck). If I could just hurry up and get our house and barn built, I have a few plans to upgrade it.....

**PICKMUP** · 07-22-2002, 08:08 PM

New caps---old wheels...looks good!

**PICKMUP** · 07-22-2002, 08:10 PM

New 8-lug looks good on the old trucks, too!

07-18-2002, 08:34 AM	#1
race-n-jason -Praise the Lowered- Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Garland, Tx, USA Posts: 280	Late Model Center Caps Has anyone tried using the later model Center Caps on thier ealier 80's 15" X 8" Truck Rallies. I realize that the lugs are somewhat special, but didn't know if it would clear the disk brake rotor as it penetrates the front wheel. Thanks in advance. Attached Images __________________ Race-N-Jason ('71 Chevy C-10 LWB 454/TH350) ('07 Dodge Ram 2500, 5.9 Cummins/6-speed Manual)

07-18-2002, 09:27 AM	#2
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	I've got the satin black on my beater. I like the looks better than the 70-80's style. The 1/2" conversion lugs(the correct lugs for these caps is for 14mm studs) can be purchased @ Affordable Hubcaps on Harry Hines Blvd @ forest Ln. for about 2$ a pop. I have 15x6/front & 15x8/rear ralleys & the caps bolted up w/no mods. __________________ 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.* Last edited by SCOTI; 07-18-2002 at 09:33 AM.

07-18-2002, 09:29 PM	#3
race-n-jason -Praise the Lowered- Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Garland, Tx, USA Posts: 280	Hey Scoti, Believe it or not, I have actually seen your truck in person. Long before I knew you were on the board. You were parked in front of the "Northern Tool & Equipment" in Garland off of I30 and Beltline. I was on my way in and caught site of your "beater" and drooled all the way into the store. About a week ago, I was doing a search, and ran across a picture of your truck, and said, "HEY I KNOW THAT TRUCK !!!!". Anyhow, you've got a really MEAN stance. Back to the subject at hand, I found a guy on ebay that sells chrome centercaps, lugs (1/2" or 14mm), black lug covers, and stainless rings for 4 wheels for 65 dollars. Was about to go for it, but thought I would at least verify if they would fit my 8" ralleys first. Thanks man __________________ Race-N-Jason ('71 Chevy C-10 LWB 454/TH350) ('07 Dodge Ram 2500, 5.9 Cummins/6-speed Manual)

07-18-2002, 10:08 PM	#4
Scott70Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX, USA Posts: 114	Hey, let's make this a DFW-TX thread! I guess I'm not far from you guys, about 30 miles south of Dallas (I work in Dallas, though). I have wide 6-lug rallyes from probably 70's 4x4. They have the big deep center caps (will fit over the front hubs on 4x4). I lost one on the way to work one day. Anyone know where to find another (for a reasonable price, of course!)? __________________ Scott70Chevy '70 CST: LWB, Fleetside, black ext., black/gray int., 350-4bbl, 3-speed, 12 bolt 3.07, deep dish rallye wheels, NO RUST!

07-19-2002, 04:22 PM	#5
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	Scott, I used to have them on my RestoRod 67. I know for sure I've got @ least 3 of the 5-lug style so I'll check this weekend for the 6-lug. If I have one your welcome to it. __________________ 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.*

07-19-2002, 05:21 PM	#6
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,767	I use them also I use them on all the ralleys that I run. The way I put them on is turn them over and remove 3 of the plugs on the 5 legs and line them up with 3 holes in the rim,use a self tappn screw and then I buy a set of chrome lug nuts and it looks great.I got a set of them on the 68 lwb that I got for sale. __________________ Things happen for a reason!

07-20-2002, 01:57 AM	#7
Scott70Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX, USA Posts: 114	Thanks, Scoti. Are any of you going to the Chevy Pride Family Picnic at Lake Lavon Aug. 3rd? I just saw it last night on one of the posts. I haven't been involved in the Southern Bowties club, but it sounds like fun. __________________ Scott70Chevy '70 CST: LWB, Fleetside, black ext., black/gray int., 350-4bbl, 3-speed, 12 bolt 3.07, deep dish rallye wheels, NO RUST!

07-20-2002, 11:48 AM	#8
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	I'm definitely going to try & go but I haven't registerd as of yet. It would be good to check out other local board members rides or if they aren't running you @ least get to match the name to a human. I believe the deadline is 7-22 for registration. Did you have the old style pot-metal/steel 6-lug center caps that attach w/3 small bolts @ front of wheel or the newer plastic late model type that attach via the lug nuts? __________________ 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.*

07-20-2002, 12:31 PM	#9
Scott70Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX, USA Posts: 114	I just registered last night. Wife and kids don't get back into town until tomorrow, but I decided to register now instead of waiting 'till we firm up our plans. I have the old style center caps that attach with 3 screws (maybe 1/4" thread diameter?). Family has the digi camera with them, so I can't go get a pic of it. Here is a profile view of the truck, maybe you can make out the caps in it. [IMG]C:\Documents and Settings\Scott\My Documents\My Pictures\2001 70 Chevy Truck 81 CB750F SS\70Chevy view 1.jpg[/IMG] I haven't tried posting pics before, so don't know if this will work! __________________ Scott70Chevy '70 CST: LWB, Fleetside, black ext., black/gray int., 350-4bbl, 3-speed, 12 bolt 3.07, deep dish rallye wheels, NO RUST!

07-20-2002, 12:38 PM	#10
Scott70Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX, USA Posts: 114	I guess the IMG is for only linking to a website (which I don't have ). Let's try again using an attachment: Attached Images __________________ Scott70Chevy '70 CST: LWB, Fleetside, black ext., black/gray int., 350-4bbl, 3-speed, 12 bolt 3.07, deep dish rallye wheels, NO RUST!

07-20-2002, 01:26 PM	#11
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	Yep, I've got one of those around here somewhere. I'll dig through the attic or parts shed & get it for you. If you can hold out until the picnic I'll give it to you there?? Hey, thats a nice looking truck. __________________ 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.*

07-20-2002, 01:42 PM	#12
Scott70Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Waxahachie, TX, USA Posts: 114	Thanks! The truck looks better in pictures than in person, but it's still in pretty decent shape. Body doesn't have rust, but unfortunately the front driverside fender/bumper had a little accident with the previous owner. I haven't done anything about it, otherwise the truck would look really great (except for the scratches I've added while working on our land, I didn't buy it to be a show truck). If I could just hurry up and get our house and barn built, I have a few plans to upgrade it..... __________________ Scott70Chevy '70 CST: LWB, Fleetside, black ext., black/gray int., 350-4bbl, 3-speed, 12 bolt 3.07, deep dish rallye wheels, NO RUST!

07-22-2002, 08:08 PM	#13
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	New caps---old wheels...looks good! Attached Images __________________ Email: frankeham@comcast.net Phone: 360-956-7170

07-22-2002, 08:10 PM	#14
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	New 8-lug looks good on the old trucks, too! Attached Images __________________ Email: frankeham@comcast.net Phone: 360-956-7170



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