8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Rupdog · 02-25-2009, 10:43 PM

i'm having a hard time finding some vintage style 8 lugs for my C-20 and was wondering what you guys were using. I currently have some vintage US Mags slots, but they're 16.5s and need new tires. Any suggestions? Maybe swap to 5 lug? Please post some pics of your 3/4 ton ride. Thanks!!!!!

*chevy29267truck* · 02-25-2009, 10:53 PM

ive got white stock rims on my 67 3/4 ton truck

68caliRat · 02-25-2009, 11:17 PM

I went to the junkyard and bought some wheels in the exact same style Just 16" in stead of 16.5" and my caps fit perfect. Just standard steel wheels.

70C10Step · 02-25-2009, 11:24 PM

Just picked up a set of HD 2500 late model wheels. I need to get some caps and lug nuts.

Rupdog · 02-25-2009, 11:43 PM

yeah, i'm considering those 2500s also, but wondering how they'll look on the truck. i saw one pic of them on a 71, the sat kinda too far in. are you using spacers?

**FleetsidePaul** · 02-25-2009, 11:51 PM

Slotted dish

pmpski_1 · 02-26-2009, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rupdog

yeah, i'm considering those 2500s also, but wondering how they'll look on the truck. i saw one pic of them on a 71, the sat kinda too far in. are you using spacers?

I have those on mine and don't like the look of them too much. They do sit pretty far in. I think somebody here called it the "fat guy on a small bike" look.

I don't have any good pictures right now.

I have some 16.5 slots, but I guess finding tires is going to be a pain. Oh well, those are my favorite wheels and it was a looooong time before I found mine.

Sinister · 02-26-2009, 12:38 AM

I think these are 16" x 8". $50 off of Craigslist.

jorgensensc · 02-26-2009, 01:25 AM

We had a hard time finding something that wasn't straight bling, but looked nice and a little retro. This is what we came up with. Dick Cepeks.
Shawn

custom72c20 · 02-26-2009, 01:26 AM

There's a pic in my sig.

metalman1968 · 02-26-2009, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jorgensensc

We had a hard time finding something that wasn't straight bling, but looked nice and a little retro. This is what we came up with. Dick Cepeks.
Shawn

Nice grocery getter

spinning wheels · 02-26-2009, 03:08 AM

Rupdog, you shouldn't have too much of a problem finding 16.5 tires.

Sinister, really like the red rims on your truck. I just don't think that I could pull that off with my Ochre and white truck.

**special-K** · 02-26-2009, 08:39 AM

If you`re looking for "vintage style" aftermarket/custom 8-lug wheels they`ll be 16.5s.You have a choice of aluminum slots,turbine/finned aluminum,oem center/wide,and wagon wheels in chrome,aluminum,or white.You can get all but the turbines these days in 16".

rlm316 · 02-26-2009, 09:39 AM

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Here is what I had under mine before my resto and they will be back under it after it is done.

hounddogs! · 02-26-2009, 10:52 AM

American Racing, see avatar.

72-c20 · 02-26-2009, 11:06 AM

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steel blade type. 16x7. found 'em on CL for $75

Mayo · 02-26-2009, 11:26 AM

Here is my truck. It had these rims when I got the truck, and they are from a Dodge truck. To me, they kind of look like an 8 lug version of Corvette rallys.

stllookn · 02-26-2009, 11:33 AM

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

Mudder · 02-26-2009, 12:08 PM

I like em covered up.

Gumby'sC20 · 02-26-2009, 02:03 PM

Haha! My 8 luggers are GROSS

gotta love that 'custom' rust

Luckily I just scored these for my 6 lug conversion:

Ace in the hole · 02-26-2009, 05:41 PM

mine- late model 2500hd rims

mr._bowtie · 02-27-2009, 10:39 AM

I like the more period correct wheels on these trucks. A few of the late model wheels look ok on these trucks but not many.

If you want a set of late model wheels off a 2500hd I have a set just like what Ace in the Hole has on his truck. Center caps and all. Came off my 04

Has anyone put a set of Mickey Thompson Classic's on one of these... they might not look to outta place.

dan42 · 02-27-2009, 10:50 AM

Here's mine - old ones and newer ones.

stllookn · 02-27-2009, 11:02 AM

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.

Mayo · 02-27-2009, 01:37 PM

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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.

Those look pretty nice. I would like to see them mounted up.

02-25-2009, 10:43 PM	#1
Rupdog Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Riverside, CA 92507 Posts: 129	8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? i'm having a hard time finding some vintage style 8 lugs for my C-20 and was wondering what you guys were using. I currently have some vintage US Mags slots, but they're 16.5s and need new tires. Any suggestions? Maybe swap to 5 lug? Please post some pics of your 3/4 ton ride. Thanks!!!!!

02-25-2009, 10:53 PM	#2
chevy29267truck Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Alva Florida Posts: 668	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? ive got white stock rims on my 67 3/4 ton truck

02-25-2009, 11:17 PM	#3
68caliRat Need a bigger hammer.. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Escondido,CA. Posts: 280	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I went to the junkyard and bought some wheels in the exact same style Just 16" in stead of 16.5" and my caps fit perfect. Just standard steel wheels. __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 LWB fleetside Custom Camper 2018 Silverado High Country 2500HD Duramax 4X4

02-25-2009, 11:24 PM	#4
70C10Step Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Lompoc California Posts: 366	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Just picked up a set of HD 2500 late model wheels. I need to get some caps and lug nuts. __________________ All Toys: 1971 C10 Fleetside - I needed it! 1970 C10 Stepside - Midlife Crisis 1969 C20 3/4 Longbed - Beast! 1966 Mustang Fastback - Daily Fun 1965 Mustang Fastback - Money pit!

02-25-2009, 11:43 PM	#5
Rupdog Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Riverside, CA 92507 Posts: 129	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? yeah, i'm considering those 2500s also, but wondering how they'll look on the truck. i saw one pic of them on a 71, the sat kinda too far in. are you using spacers?

02-25-2009, 11:51 PM	#6
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,418	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Slotted dish __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

02-26-2009, 12:38 AM	#8
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I think these are 16" x 8". $50 off of Craigslist. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

02-26-2009, 01:25 AM	#9
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? We had a hard time finding something that wasn't straight bling, but looked nice and a little retro. This is what we came up with. Dick Cepeks. Shawn Attached Images __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

02-26-2009, 01:26 AM	#10
custom72c20 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Temecula,CA Posts: 309	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? There's a pic in my sig. __________________ Nick Old pic of my 72: http://img340.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0435co5.jpg 04 Silverado Daily Driver 68 GMC short step http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=379665 "I'll beat you to the gas station!!"

02-26-2009, 03:08 AM	#12
spinning wheels Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Hacienda Heights, California USA Posts: 474	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Rupdog, you shouldn't have too much of a problem finding 16.5 tires. Sinister, really like the red rims on your truck. I just don't think that I could pull that off with my Ochre and white truck. __________________ '72 GMC custom camper 350/350

02-26-2009, 08:39 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? If you`re looking for "vintage style" aftermarket/custom 8-lug wheels they`ll be 16.5s.You have a choice of aluminum slots,turbine/finned aluminum,oem center/wide,and wagon wheels in chrome,aluminum,or white.You can get all but the turbines these days in 16". __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-26-2009, 09:39 AM	#14
rlm316 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Woodstown, NJ Posts: 669	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Here is what I had under mine before my resto and they will be back under it after it is done.

02-26-2009, 10:52 AM	#15
hounddogs! Restoring it $200 at a time... Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NE Kansas Posts: 887	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? American Racing, see avatar. __________________ Charter member of the 'Put the dimmer switch back on the damn floor where it belongs' Society '68 5.3L-4 speed LWB C20; grandpa bought it for the farm in '71. Now LS 5.3, rather than 327. DD '09 Pilot Weekender '65 Skylark 300-4V-4 speed Wife's '07 Lexus ES350; 117 actuator motors and I can't see the engine. Son's '04 F250 SuperCab 6.0

02-26-2009, 11:06 AM	#16
72-c20 Packrat Join Date: May 2008 Location: Central Iowa Posts: 459	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? images removed due to log in issue with host site. steel blade type. 16x7. found 'em on CL for $75 __________________ gone: --'07 Tahoe LTZ 4WD --'68 Firebird 400 Convertible gone: --'72 Chevy K20 Last edited by Liz; 01-22-2011 at 12:22 AM. Reason: pic

02-26-2009, 11:26 AM	#17
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Here is my truck. It had these rims when I got the truck, and they are from a Dodge truck. To me, they kind of look like an 8 lug version of Corvette rallys. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed



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02-26-2009, 11:33 AM	#18
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Alloy slots...all the rage back in the day...LOL! Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

02-26-2009, 12:08 PM	#19
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I like em covered up. Attached Images

02-26-2009, 02:03 PM	#20
Gumby'sC20 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Binghamton, N.Y. Posts: 116	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Haha! My 8 luggers are GROSS gotta love that 'custom' rust Luckily I just scored these for my 6 lug conversion:

02-26-2009, 05:41 PM	#21
Ace in the hole Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA Posts: 538	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? mine- late model 2500hd rims __________________ 1970 K20, 350--- SOLD 05 silverado extended cab short box- duramax Jeep wrangler unlimited Last edited by Ace in the hole; 02-26-2009 at 05:41 PM.

02-27-2009, 10:39 AM	#22
mr._bowtie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mt Vernon, IL Posts: 21	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I like the more period correct wheels on these trucks. A few of the late model wheels look ok on these trucks but not many. If you want a set of late model wheels off a 2500hd I have a set just like what Ace in the Hole has on his truck. Center caps and all. Came off my 04 Has anyone put a set of Mickey Thompson Classic's on one of these... they might not look to outta place. __________________ 2004 Chevy 2500HD Duramax 1978 K5 Chevy Blazer (in process of tranny and floor pans) 1970 C10 LWB (Rat Rod Project) Those are the only vehicles that fit in here lol

02-27-2009, 10:50 AM	#23
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Here's mine - old ones and newer ones. Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-27-2009, 11:02 AM	#24
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? 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. Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

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