Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

shifty · 03-05-2008, 10:22 PM

And what do I need to look out for?

Basically, I've got some 15" steelies (5-lug) at home (see pictures about 20 posts down from here) - they're bone stock - and to stay on budget for my project, I'm going for a look like IvelDesigns truck (attached).

So ... just curious - I have the same stock 15" steelies, where do I find these thin trim rings and baby moon caps?

I think I remember seeing a thread around here that said you need to be careful with the trim rings because they make three or four different sizes and fits.

I think I saw the same comment with regard to the moon hubcaps.

Any and all help is appreciated.

shifty · 03-05-2008, 10:24 PM

BTW - these are the wheels I have (more pics ~15-20 posts below here)

dieselarmy13 · 03-05-2008, 10:31 PM

See if this guy can help you out. I'm thinking about doing the same thing with the old steelies that came with my truck.

http://stores.ebay.com/rally-wheels-and-center-caps

shifty · 03-05-2008, 10:53 PM

I can't find any moon caps in his store at all.

caja_larga · 03-05-2008, 11:43 PM

look under moon or baby moon on ebay. They are there. I bought some a few years ago (made in japan) they where OK but not the greatest.

shifty · 03-05-2008, 11:47 PM

I guess I need to know about fitment too -

shifty · 03-05-2008, 11:59 PM

I found where Jegs is selling them (Mr Gasket brand) on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mr-Ga...3286.m20.l1116

I think I found some trim rings also. If Mr.Gasket makes this crap, guess I should hit the local auto parts store to see if they've got em.

1LoC10 · 03-06-2008, 12:03 AM

http://www.petepaulsen.com/Catalogof...e%20Wheels.htm

Primered_69 · 03-06-2008, 12:23 AM

I had an 87 Chevy pickup and the rings on those were the low profile kind. You might want to hit the junk yard to see or the 73-87 parts board.

70GMCer · 03-06-2008, 01:59 AM

http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...nresults=false

69RAT · 03-06-2008, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1LoC10

http://www.petepaulsen.com/Catalogof...e%20Wheels.htm

X2

Great people to deal with!!

cdowns · 03-06-2008, 02:31 AM

my local pepboys has inexpensive trim rings i think they might have babymoons too

weasel29gm · 03-06-2008, 03:19 AM

Swapmeets has 'em

Dingfodgy · 03-06-2008, 04:32 AM

Here's a few links for outfits that sell all manner of caps and rings for plain steel wheels.

http://wheelvintiques.com/shopsite_s...ml/page84.html
http://www.stocktonwheel.com/
http://www.hotrodhanks.com/products/...ID1/5/sfID2/21

Chevyman680063 · 03-06-2008, 06:05 AM

Brothers Trucks has a set but I'm not sure if these are the kind that will fit over the center of the rim or in the center. From the picture they look like they fit over. I don't know if they'll fit on the original wheels either.

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodinfo.asp?number=1009

This is exactly what I wanted to do on my '68 but could never find any baby moons. I wanted to put some baby moons on it like what came on the early 70's Camaro's with the bowtie stamped in the middle. I still have the original wheels from my '68 and if I can find some baby moons to fit them then I will go with that wheel set up. My uncle actually has a set of baby moons like those that came on the early 70's Camaro's but I can't get him to sell them to me, his dad passed them down to him and he has them on his 70 LWB now. Here's a pic of a '70 Camaro my dad bought brand new and it had those baby moons like I want. The '68 in the background is mine, but it was my grandfather's and the pic was taken a few years after my grandfather bought it new.

pulltilbroke · 03-06-2008, 06:27 AM

Try speedway motors in lincoln ne I'd put a link up but I don't know how

desertrat · 03-06-2008, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1LoC10

http://www.petepaulsen.com/Catalogof...e%20Wheels.htm

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69RAT

X2

Great people to deal with!!

X3
give him a call, tell him what you want and have and he will know what you need.

cmacky · 03-06-2008, 07:39 AM

Try http://store.coker.com/cat/wheels/hub-caps/ there in Chattanooga, TN

corn · 03-06-2008, 07:51 AM

If your wheels dont have the knobs for baby moons I dont know how you will mount them. If you figure out the diameter you need let me know, I have a brand new set of 5 that I would cut you a good deal on. I just dont want to see you spend the money for them & not be able to mount them...

**Boog** · 03-06-2008, 08:21 AM

I'm looking at the wheels on the red truck in the pic too and do not see the bumps the moons have to clip over. Those look to be the 88 and up steel wheel and do not have them. Shifty you may have to look for 87 back steelies for ones with the bumps.

shifty · 03-06-2008, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertrat

X3
give him a call, tell him what you want and have and he will know what you need.

I don't want wheels, I just want the caps

Thanks everyone for the advice and responses. I stopped by my local Advance Auto Parts tonight and they have the moons in stock, didn't have wheel measurements, so didn't buy them

I'm going to pressure wash the rims this weekend in the lovely 30º weather we're supposed to have and get them prepped and ready to paint to match the body color

shifty · 03-06-2008, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boog

I'm looking at the wheels on the red truck in the pic too and do not see the bumps the moons have to clip over. Those look to be the 88 and up steel wheel and do not have them. Shifty you may have to look for 87 back steelies for ones with the bumps.

Do these pics of the wheels help any?

These are the actual wheels I have, they look like they'll totally accept a trim ring, but I see what you're saying about how it doesn't seem like a moon cap would fit in the center.

I dunno, the wheels were basically free and not the permanent look of the truck. But I totally do want something that looks half-ass and IvelDesign's truck above (the red w/moons) is exactly the look I want when I start driving the truck again.

corn · 03-06-2008, 10:14 AM

baby moons WILL work on those wheels. If you measure from arrow to arrow, it should give you a pretty good idea on the moon size you will need. The covers pop onto these knobs..

**tnblazerk5** · 03-06-2008, 10:18 AM

uummmm those wheels look kinda like i should know them ?

in that last pic
just take the rim with ya when you got to get the moons and rings
what ever hapend to to mooneyes they still make baby moons and rings ???

shifty · 03-06-2008, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnblazerk5

uummmm those wheels look kinda like i should know them ?

in that last pic

I reckon I know why

(THANKS AGAIN A TON, BUD!)

03-05-2008, 10:22 PM	#1
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Moon caps + trim rings - where to find? And what do I need to look out for? Basically, I've got some 15" steelies (5-lug) at home (see pictures about 20 posts down from here) - they're bone stock - and to stay on budget for my project, I'm going for a look like IvelDesigns truck (attached). So ... just curious - I have the same stock 15" steelies, where do I find these thin trim rings and baby moon caps? I think I remember seeing a thread around here that said you need to be careful with the trim rings because they make three or four different sizes and fits. I think I saw the same comment with regard to the moon hubcaps. Any and all help is appreciated. Attached Images __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM. Last edited by shifty; 03-06-2008 at 10:06 AM.

03-05-2008, 10:24 PM	#2
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? BTW - these are the wheels I have (more pics ~15-20 posts below here) Attached Images __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM. Last edited by shifty; 03-13-2008 at 01:56 AM.

03-05-2008, 10:31 PM	#3
dieselarmy13 Phone's ringin Dude. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 1,426	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? See if this guy can help you out. I'm thinking about doing the same thing with the old steelies that came with my truck. http://stores.ebay.com/rally-wheels-and-center-caps __________________ I pitty the fool with only two headlights!! 2003 SILVERADO SS--THE NEW GIRL 1972 GMC--THE OLD GIRL Last edited by dieselarmy13; 03-05-2008 at 10:32 PM. Reason: screwed up

03-05-2008, 10:53 PM	#4
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? I can't find any moon caps in his store at all. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-05-2008, 11:43 PM	#5
caja_larga Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 172	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? look under moon or baby moon on ebay. They are there. I bought some a few years ago (made in japan) they where OK but not the greatest.

03-05-2008, 11:47 PM	#6
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? I guess I need to know about fitment too - __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-05-2008, 11:59 PM	#7
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? I found where Jegs is selling them (Mr Gasket brand) on eBay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mr-Ga...3286.m20.l1116 I think I found some trim rings also. If Mr.Gasket makes this crap, guess I should hit the local auto parts store to see if they've got em. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-06-2008, 12:03 AM	#8
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? http://www.petepaulsen.com/Catalogof...e%20Wheels.htm __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

03-06-2008, 12:23 AM	#9
Primered_69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,409	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? I had an 87 Chevy pickup and the rings on those were the low profile kind. You might want to hit the junk yard to see or the 73-87 parts board. __________________ 1969 Chevy LWB - with shaved handles; 3 1/2 front/ 5 1/2 rear drop; (waiting to be put back together)

03-06-2008, 01:59 AM	#10
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03-06-2008, 02:31 AM	#12
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? my local pepboys has inexpensive trim rings i think they might have babymoons too __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-06-2008, 03:19 AM	#13
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,092	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? Swapmeets has 'em __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

03-06-2008, 04:32 AM	#14
Dingfodgy Lemme show you something!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St.Helens, OR. Posts: 876	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? Here's a few links for outfits that sell all manner of caps and rings for plain steel wheels. http://wheelvintiques.com/shopsite_s...ml/page84.html http://www.stocktonwheel.com/ http://www.hotrodhanks.com/products/...ID1/5/sfID2/21 __________________ '67 CST-10 LWB ("Crusty") SOLD '67 GMC SWB ("Murdock") 2000 K1500 Suburban ("Betty") '95 BMW 325i ("Joy")

03-06-2008, 06:05 AM	#15
Chevyman680063 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 850	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? Brothers Trucks has a set but I'm not sure if these are the kind that will fit over the center of the rim or in the center. From the picture they look like they fit over. I don't know if they'll fit on the original wheels either. http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodinfo.asp?number=1009 This is exactly what I wanted to do on my '68 but could never find any baby moons. I wanted to put some baby moons on it like what came on the early 70's Camaro's with the bowtie stamped in the middle. I still have the original wheels from my '68 and if I can find some baby moons to fit them then I will go with that wheel set up. My uncle actually has a set of baby moons like those that came on the early 70's Camaro's but I can't get him to sell them to me, his dad passed them down to him and he has them on his 70 LWB now. Here's a pic of a '70 Camaro my dad bought brand new and it had those baby moons like I want. The '68 in the background is mine, but it was my grandfather's and the pic was taken a few years after my grandfather bought it new. Attached Images

03-06-2008, 06:27 AM	#16
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03-06-2008, 07:39 AM	#18
cmacky Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 72	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? Try http://store.coker.com/cat/wheels/hub-caps/ there in Chattanooga, TN

03-06-2008, 07:51 AM	#19
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? If your wheels dont have the knobs for baby moons I dont know how you will mount them. If you figure out the diameter you need let me know, I have a brand new set of 5 that I would cut you a good deal on. I just dont want to see you spend the money for them & not be able to mount them... Last edited by corn; 10-10-2009 at 12:15 PM.

03-06-2008, 08:21 AM	#20
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,136	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? I'm looking at the wheels on the red truck in the pic too and do not see the bumps the moons have to clip over. Those look to be the 88 and up steel wheel and do not have them. Shifty you may have to look for 87 back steelies for ones with the bumps. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

03-06-2008, 10:14 AM	#23
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? baby moons WILL work on those wheels. If you measure from arrow to arrow, it should give you a pretty good idea on the moon size you will need. The covers pop onto these knobs.. Last edited by corn; 10-10-2009 at 12:15 PM.

03-06-2008, 10:18 AM	#24
tnblazerk5 User #12137 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: kingsport,upper east tenn Posts: 11,598	Re: Moon caps + trim wheres - where to find? uummmm those wheels look kinda like i should know them ? in that last pic just take the rim with ya when you got to get the moons and rings what ever hapend to to mooneyes they still make baby moons and rings ??? Last edited by tnblazerk5; 03-06-2008 at 10:21 AM.

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