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BADPURPLE70CHEVY · 04-01-2013, 05:30 PM

Ok so i have still not pulled the trigger on my new wheels. I respect your guys opinions. For a 3.5/5 drop wat combo would you go with?

1. 18x8 front 18x9.5 rear

2. 18x8 front 20x10 rear

or another size combo?

**lolife99** · 04-01-2013, 05:37 PM

20x8.5 and 20x10

Agent915 · 04-01-2013, 05:40 PM

Opinions?

Front 15x8, Rear 15x10, Steelies. If I were going bigger than 15's I would do 18's or 20's on all corners. No mixing. That's just me though. I was dead set on going with 20x8 and 20x10 on mine. Heck, the 20" tires are just as cheap, if not cheaper than most 15's. But I think when the time comes I am going steelies, at least for a little while. I know I'll end up buying some 20's but at least I can enjoy the truck while I save up the cash. Plus, who said you can't have 2 sets?

Danny

original-71 · 04-01-2013, 05:49 PM

i was told this one time and i will never forget it, once you go low you are just gonna want to go lower do it right the first time 4-1/2 & 6 or 5 & 7 and yes 20's.

BADPURPLE70CHEVY · 04-01-2013, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by original-71

i was told this one time and i will never forget it, once you go low you are just gonna want to go lower do it right the first time 4-1/2 & 6 or 5 & 7 and yes 20's.

Already lowered it 3.5/5 but you may be right.

original-71 · 04-01-2013, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by BADPURPLE70CHEVY

Already lowered it 3.5/5 but you may be right.

buy a 2" spring for the front and add a 1 block in the rear, sale the 1" springs and you will be happy, if you are already thinking 20's in the rear you are gonna wish you got them for the front

c10Dream'n · 04-01-2013, 07:37 PM

what lolife said....

greenmacheene · 04-01-2013, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by original-71

i was told this one time and i will never forget it, once you go low you are just gonna want to go lower do it right the first time 4-1/2 & 6 or 5 & 7 and yes 20's.

Another reason to cut your coils or clamp it down before buying moderate drop springs if at all
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Andy4639 · 04-01-2013, 07:42 PM

20" wheels on all for corners and make the fronts 8.5" wide and backs 10" wide. They look a lot better than 18's and 20 in my opinion.

original-71 · 04-01-2013, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by greenmacheene

Another reason to cut your coils or clamp it down before buying moderate drop springs if at all
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depends what you buy

CC69Rat · 04-01-2013, 07:52 PM

20s .. 18s look good I just like 20s all the way around.
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longbed67 · 04-01-2013, 08:03 PM

I like a little more rubber on the rim (better ride and less likely to damage a rim in a blow out) but also like a little better handling and with a full size truck as compared to a 15" a good middle of the road is 18" all the way around. I went 17x8" cragars but a good looking 17" is hard to find.

timski69gmc · 04-01-2013, 08:06 PM

I am running 18/20's and kind of mixed on it. Blazer came that way. Would probably run all 18's so it could have a bit more tire in the back.

big_al_71 · 04-01-2013, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

20x8.5 and 20x10

What he said!!!

BADPURPLE70CHEVY · 04-01-2013, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

What he said!!!

So with a 3.5/5 drop those will not rub?

**lolife99** · 04-01-2013, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BADPURPLE70CHEVY

So with a 3.5/5 drop those will not rub?

Run a 40 or 45 series tire and you will be fine.
(I prefer 40 series)

botmfedr1 · 04-01-2013, 08:27 PM

Leave it stock!!!! Original is worth way more!

When all that customizing wears out and is no longer in style...it won't be worth nearly what you put into it...JMHO..

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buckskins4ever · 04-01-2013, 08:48 PM

Go with 20's all the way around. This look will never leave the hotrod and show car circuit.

botmfedr1 · 04-01-2013, 08:54 PM

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Go with 20's all the way around. This look will never leave the hotrod and show car circuit.

Yeah....either did spinner rims...lol
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buckskins4ever · 04-01-2013, 10:50 PM

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Yeah....either did spinner rims...lol
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Spinner rims....lol Oh my, I tried to forget about that fad....knew that wouldnt last long. Remember a story about one where the bearings burned out and got hot enough to come off while driving. I actually know a whells shop that has a couple sets around.

original-71 · 04-01-2013, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by botmfedr1

Leave it stock!!!! Original is worth way more!

When all that customizing wears out and is no longer in style...it won't be worth nearly what you put into it...JMHO..

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Thats why you save the parts and dont cut into the frame
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CC69Rat · 04-01-2013, 11:24 PM

One in every crowd.

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original-71 · 04-01-2013, 11:45 PM

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One in every crowd.

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Yes sir i can put my truck back to stock if i wanted but i think my parts and rims may rust before i decide to do that

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CC69Rat · 04-02-2013, 06:14 AM

Wasnt what I meant but to avoid beating a dead horse I will refrain from further comment.
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GASoline71 · 04-02-2013, 11:11 AM

Hey... the cat asked for "opinions", all are welcomed no?

But I will refrain from my opinions on the "big wheels on old rigs" debate.

Gary

04-01-2013, 05:30 PM	#1
BADPURPLE70CHEVY 406 Powered Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: waynesville,n.c. Posts: 877	Opinions please... Ok so i have still not pulled the trigger on my new wheels. I respect your guys opinions. For a 3.5/5 drop wat combo would you go with? 1. 18x8 front 18x9.5 rear 2. 18x8 front 20x10 rear or another size combo? __________________ 70 GMC 68 c10 2002 silverado 72 4x4

04-01-2013, 05:37 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,699	Re: Opinions please... 20x8.5 and 20x10 __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

04-01-2013, 05:40 PM	#3
Agent915 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 228	Re: Opinions please... Opinions? Front 15x8, Rear 15x10, Steelies. If I were going bigger than 15's I would do 18's or 20's on all corners. No mixing. That's just me though. I was dead set on going with 20x8 and 20x10 on mine. Heck, the 20" tires are just as cheap, if not cheaper than most 15's. But I think when the time comes I am going steelies, at least for a little while. I know I'll end up buying some 20's but at least I can enjoy the truck while I save up the cash. Plus, who said you can't have 2 sets? Danny

04-01-2013, 05:49 PM	#4
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: Opinions please... i was told this one time and i will never forget it, once you go low you are just gonna want to go lower do it right the first time 4-1/2 & 6 or 5 & 7 and yes 20's. __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

04-01-2013, 07:37 PM	#7
c10Dream'n Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 519	Re: Opinions please... what lolife said....

04-01-2013, 07:42 PM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Opinions please... 20" wheels on all for corners and make the fronts 8.5" wide and backs 10" wide. They look a lot better than 18's and 20 in my opinion. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

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CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,207	Re: Opinions please... 20s .. 18s look good I just like 20s all the way around. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-01-2013, 08:03 PM	#12
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Opinions please... I like a little more rubber on the rim (better ride and less likely to damage a rim in a blow out) but also like a little better handling and with a full size truck as compared to a 15" a good middle of the road is 18" all the way around. I went 17x8" cragars but a good looking 17" is hard to find. __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

04-01-2013, 08:06 PM	#13
timski69gmc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cranbrook, BC Posts: 253	Re: Opinions please... I am running 18/20's and kind of mixed on it. Blazer came that way. Would probably run all 18's so it could have a bit more tire in the back. Last edited by timski69gmc; 04-01-2013 at 08:09 PM. Reason: Stupid phone

04-01-2013, 08:27 PM	#17
botmfedr1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Harlingen, TX Posts: 1,096	Re: Opinions please... Leave it stock!!!! Original is worth way more! When all that customizing wears out and is no longer in style...it won't be worth nearly what you put into it...JMHO.. Posted via Mobile Device

04-01-2013, 08:48 PM	#18
buckskins4ever Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Altoona Iowa Posts: 481	Re: Opinions please... Go with 20's all the way around. This look will never leave the hotrod and show car circuit. Attached Images

04-01-2013, 11:24 PM	#22
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,207	Re: Opinions please... One in every crowd. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-02-2013, 06:14 AM	#24
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,207	Re: Opinions please... Wasnt what I meant but to avoid beating a dead horse I will refrain from further comment. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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