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rustyrelicks · 03-09-2011, 12:23 PM

I would like to run 225/85 R16's on my 72 4x4. Can any one tell me if there is a plain steel 16" 6 bolt wheel available with the correct back spacing to clear the front disk brakes. Also, will the original 15" dog dish hubcaps fit a 16" wheel ? Thanks RR

Mike C · 03-09-2011, 07:45 PM

The square body 3/4 tons came with 16" wheels in the later years instead of 16.5". The HD rims will fit from 2000-2009 trucks as well if you want chrome steel. Edit: 2x4 rims should be the same in 8 lug. I would consider the 255 85 16 as a better choice for tire size.

CORSAIR · 03-09-2011, 08:53 PM

Good luck I have Three that came as a option on my 72 K-5 and I have been looking for One more to complete the set. I have a set of dog dich caps that i am going to run and they fit fine. The picture is my 16" x 6.5 Wheel and the option list that shows them

**special-K** · 03-09-2011, 09:27 PM

There were optional wheels and they are pretty hard to find. I believe you could have some made or buy some from a specialty wheel outfit like Stockton Wheel. To answer the hubcap question,the diameter doesn't matter. Any wheel with the 6-lug pattern will accept the same caps.

CORSAIR · 03-09-2011, 11:32 PM

Some body told me the forrest service and local municapalitys orderd trucks & blazer with them? I have made it priority One to find one more.

rustyrelicks · 03-10-2011, 12:20 AM

Thanks for the info ... will keep lookin'

TheWhiteElephant · 03-10-2011, 12:54 AM

Have you tried steel wheels from other makes such as Ford or Dodge? The previous owner of my '73 K20 had 16.5 wheels and he wanted the availability of a 16" tire so he switched to 16" wheels which happen to be Ford and fit just fine. I run the original dog dish hubcaps on them. Of course these are 8 lug, but you may have other options.

bntmotorcycles · 03-10-2011, 06:17 PM

I had a burb back in the day!! It had them on it stock. 1970 1/2 ton Tenn. state hwy. truck. Yes the dog dish caps fit. Good luck they were hard to find even back then in 1975.

OrrieG · 03-10-2011, 09:31 PM

My avatoar show the 74 k10 axles and stock wheels on my 59. Front discs. I sold a donar that had a set too. I can probably find a set around here if you want to pay for shipping. Last week a guy was giving away a set of 8 hole steel rims and tires. Don't have the tire size here but the rims are 6" wide, tire has 7" tread and 8" at widest point. Probably a R225 75 16

**special-K** · 03-10-2011, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike C

The square body 3/4 tons came with 16" wheels in the later years instead of 16.5". The HD rims will fit from 2000-2009 trucks as well if you want chrome steel. Edit: 2x4 rims should be the same in 8 lug. I would consider the 255 85 16 as a better choice for tire size.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheWhiteElephant

Have you tried steel wheels from other makes such as Ford or Dodge? The previous owner of my '73 K20 had 16.5 wheels and he wanted the availability of a 16" tire so he switched to 16" wheels which happen to be Ford and fit just fine. I run the original dog dish hubcaps on them. Of course these are 8 lug, but you may have other options.

He's looking for 1/2t as in 6-lug GM pattern.

You can spot the GM 16" wheels a mile away.See in Corsair's picture,the vents are much larger even if you don't pick up on the extra inch in diameter and profile of 16" tires vs 15".

CORSAIR · 03-10-2011, 11:04 PM

OrrieG,
if you have one please let me know I would buy one for sure and Two if you have them. Pictures would be great. thanks for the help.

Mike C · 03-13-2011, 09:50 PM

You know, I went back and re-read the original post BEFORE I initially responded, and I know it said 8 lug. I must be losing my mind which I am sure the people around me would agree with...

The later 6 lug rims will NOT work, and I wasted a little bit of cash finding that out...

CORSAIR · 03-13-2011, 10:00 PM

Funny story I was heading down the highway today and passed a truck with trash and yard clean up on it going to the dump and on top was a wheel and tire holding stuff down It looked like my wheel!! so I whiped around and caught him at the dump entrance and told him my story but it turned out to be a dodge van wheel. Im starting to act like a crack addict looking for this wheel!!! LOL
My buddie runs the dump and has a mountain of wheels & Tires the size of a football feild and 30' high waiting for tire removal and scrpaing of wheels he told me I could have free rein to look thru them, I think I will take the plunge may find other treasures too?? Special K your right on the look of these wheels
I know I will find One?????????????????????????????

OrrieG · 03-14-2011, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CORSAIR

OrrieG,
if you have one please let me know I would buy one for sure and Two if you have them. Pictures would be great. thanks for the help.

Don't have any extras in my possession but will see if I can find some.

CORSAIR · 03-14-2011, 10:42 AM

I know someone on this site has one?? Thanks everyone for the help.

CORSAIR · 03-25-2011, 05:59 PM

Orrieg
Any luck finding a wheel??

**argonaut** · 03-25-2011, 06:22 PM

I have four of these... but they are on my 66 K10. I didn't know they were so rare. In fact one has hole in it and I'm currently having to use a tube, but I think I'll get it welded up and keep them.
Good luck in your search! If i change my mind I'll post up.

CORSAIR · 03-25-2011, 11:44 PM

Come on dont tease me help a poor wheel less fellow truck guy out LOL

woodwright · 03-26-2011, 12:23 AM

My 70 k10 has those, I think. I will check in the morning. I'm pretty sure I have 6 of them. I will post up in the morning. The wife ran to seattle this weekend with the computer so if they are the ones you want you'll have to pm your cel number so I can send you a picture

Look at my Ulimate work truck thread in my sig. The first picture shows them. I know they're 16".

OrrieG · 03-26-2011, 12:26 AM

I have not had any luck finding any around here, looks like everyone except me tossed them for cheap mags or smooth chromies.

CORSAIR · 03-26-2011, 12:34 AM

Woodwright PM sent. Orrieg Thanks for checking

03-09-2011, 12:23 PM	#1
rustyrelicks Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 2	Looking for 16" steel wheels I would like to run 225/85 R16's on my 72 4x4. Can any one tell me if there is a plain steel 16" 6 bolt wheel available with the correct back spacing to clear the front disk brakes. Also, will the original 15" dog dish hubcaps fit a 16" wheel ? Thanks RR Last edited by rustyrelicks; 03-09-2011 at 12:24 PM.

03-09-2011, 07:45 PM	#2
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels The square body 3/4 tons came with 16" wheels in the later years instead of 16.5". The HD rims will fit from 2000-2009 trucks as well if you want chrome steel. Edit: 2x4 rims should be the same in 8 lug. I would consider the 255 85 16 as a better choice for tire size. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax Last edited by Mike C; 03-09-2011 at 07:52 PM. Reason: added 2x4 info & tire

03-09-2011, 08:53 PM	#3
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Good luck I have Three that came as a option on my 72 K-5 and I have been looking for One more to complete the set. I have a set of dog dich caps that i am going to run and they fit fine. The picture is my 16" x 6.5 Wheel and the option list that shows them Attached Images __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-09-2011, 09:27 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels There were optional wheels and they are pretty hard to find. I believe you could have some made or buy some from a specialty wheel outfit like Stockton Wheel. To answer the hubcap question,the diameter doesn't matter. Any wheel with the 6-lug pattern will accept the same caps. __________________ "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 ~

03-09-2011, 11:32 PM	#5
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Some body told me the forrest service and local municapalitys orderd trucks & blazer with them? I have made it priority One to find one more. __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-10-2011, 12:20 AM	#6
rustyrelicks Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 2	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Thanks for the info ... will keep lookin'

03-10-2011, 12:54 AM	#7
TheWhiteElephant God is good! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 689	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Have you tried steel wheels from other makes such as Ford or Dodge? The previous owner of my '73 K20 had 16.5 wheels and he wanted the availability of a 16" tire so he switched to 16" wheels which happen to be Ford and fit just fine. I run the original dog dish hubcaps on them. Of course these are 8 lug, but you may have other options. Attached Images __________________ Mando *"It takes a smart man to know when he's stupid." -- Barney Rubble* My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430367 Last edited by TheWhiteElephant; 03-10-2011 at 12:55 AM.

03-10-2011, 06:17 PM	#8
bntmotorcycles Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: midwest Posts: 211	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels I had a burb back in the day!! It had them on it stock. 1970 1/2 ton Tenn. state hwy. truck. Yes the dog dish caps fit. Good luck they were hard to find even back then in 1975.

03-10-2011, 09:31 PM	#9
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels My avatoar show the 74 k10 axles and stock wheels on my 59. Front discs. I sold a donar that had a set too. I can probably find a set around here if you want to pay for shipping. Last week a guy was giving away a set of 8 hole steel rims and tires. Don't have the tire size here but the rims are 6" wide, tire has 7" tread and 8" at widest point. Probably a R225 75 16 __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project Last edited by OrrieG; 03-10-2011 at 09:32 PM.

03-10-2011, 11:04 PM	#11
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels OrrieG, if you have one please let me know I would buy one for sure and Two if you have them. Pictures would be great. thanks for the help. __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-13-2011, 09:50 PM	#12
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels You know, I went back and re-read the original post BEFORE I initially responded, and I know it said 8 lug. I must be losing my mind which I am sure the people around me would agree with... The later 6 lug rims will NOT work, and I wasted a little bit of cash finding that out... __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

03-13-2011, 10:00 PM	#13
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Funny story I was heading down the highway today and passed a truck with trash and yard clean up on it going to the dump and on top was a wheel and tire holding stuff down It looked like my wheel!! so I whiped around and caught him at the dump entrance and told him my story but it turned out to be a dodge van wheel. Im starting to act like a crack addict looking for this wheel!!! LOL My buddie runs the dump and has a mountain of wheels & Tires the size of a football feild and 30' high waiting for tire removal and scrpaing of wheels he told me I could have free rein to look thru them, I think I will take the plunge may find other treasures too?? Special K your right on the look of these wheels I know I will find One????????????????????????????? __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-14-2011, 10:42 AM	#15
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels I know someone on this site has one?? Thanks everyone for the help. __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-25-2011, 05:59 PM	#16
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Orrieg Any luck finding a wheel?? __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-25-2011, 06:22 PM	#17
argonaut Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 1,813	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels I have four of these... but they are on my 66 K10. I didn't know they were so rare. In fact one has hole in it and I'm currently having to use a tube, but I think I'll get it welded up and keep them. Good luck in your search! If i change my mind I'll post up. __________________ Jason M. @argonaut62 1972 K5 Blazer CST, Turquoise 1966 K20 Short Fleet Pickup, Big Ugly 1964 C10 Short Fleet, Gertrude 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera 1996 Ford Bronco XLT 1980 Jeep Wagoneer 2008 Honda CBR1000RR 2005 Honda RC51 1981 Honda CB750C No dis-assemble Johnny Five! No dis-assemble!



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03-25-2011, 11:44 PM	#18
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Come on dont tease me help a poor wheel less fellow truck guy out LOL __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

03-26-2011, 12:23 AM	#19
woodwright Enjoying left field Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Dillon Montana Posts: 900	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels My 70 k10 has those, I think. I will check in the morning. I'm pretty sure I have 6 of them. I will post up in the morning. The wife ran to seattle this weekend with the computer so if they are the ones you want you'll have to pm your cel number so I can send you a picture Look at my Ulimate work truck thread in my sig. The first picture shows them. I know they're 16". __________________ Clint 70 Chevy 4WD "Ultimate Work Truck" SOLD Last edited by woodwright; 03-26-2011 at 12:28 AM.

03-26-2011, 12:26 AM	#20
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels I have not had any luck finding any around here, looks like everyone except me tossed them for cheap mags or smooth chromies. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

03-26-2011, 12:34 AM	#21
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: Looking for 16" steel wheels Woodwright PM sent. Orrieg Thanks for checking __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

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