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hopelessredneck · 04-09-2012, 03:54 AM

so i aquired some 2011/12 18" gmc 8 lug wheels for cheep my question is will they fit on my 78 c25 no problem

**Palf70Step** · 04-09-2012, 05:32 AM

I am not sure about the 3/4 ton trucks, but I know on the 1/2 ton models the hubs are to big to fit the newer wheels. You have to have the wheel centers machined out some to clear the older hubs.

mcmlxix · 04-09-2012, 05:49 AM

I think GM went to 8x180 lug pattern....

cochino12 · 04-09-2012, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcmlxix

I think GM went to 8x180 lug pattern....

x2 wont fit. Well not without adapters

hopelessredneck · 04-18-2012, 02:18 AM

What would the old pattern be and who would be best to get adapters from?

joe231 · 04-18-2012, 02:31 AM

Old is 8x6.5
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KQQL IT · 04-18-2012, 02:49 AM

http://www.motorcitybolton.com/8x6-5...-adapters.html
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04-09-2012, 03:54 AM	#1
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04-09-2012, 05:32 AM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,761	Re: will my new shoes fit my feet I am not sure about the 3/4 ton trucks, but I know on the 1/2 ton models the hubs are to big to fit the newer wheels. You have to have the wheel centers machined out some to clear the older hubs. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-09-2012, 05:49 AM	#3
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04-18-2012, 02:18 AM	#5
hopelessredneck Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 147	Re: will my new shoes fit my feet What would the old pattern be and who would be best to get adapters from? __________________ 1978 GMC C25 LWB

04-18-2012, 02:31 AM	#6
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: will my new shoes fit my feet Old is 8x6.5 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

04-18-2012, 02:49 AM	#7
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,189	Re: will my new shoes fit my feet http://www.motorcitybolton.com/8x6-5...-adapters.html Posted via Mobile Device __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "



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