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Djaving · 04-12-2015, 10:24 PM

I currently have wheel adapters that go from my 5 lug axle to 6 lug wheels. I know everyone hates wheel adapters but I didnt have the money to buy new wheels at the time. Since then I have had some issues with my 396, so I ordered a zz502 crate motor

. Now im really concerned with the wheel adapters failing due to the increase in torque. can anyone recommend a company that builds custom wheels for a reasonable price. Below is a picture of the truck with the wheel adapters that are 2" thick. most wheels i have found do not have right offset and my goal is as wide of a tire as possible. Your recommendations are appreciated!

lyrikz · 07-30-2015, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Djaving

I currently have wheel adapters that go from my 5 lug axle to 6 lug wheels. I know everyone hates wheel adapters but I didnt have the money to buy new wheels at the time. Since then I have had some issues with my 396, so I ordered a zz502 crate motor

. Now im really concerned with the wheel adapters failing due to the increase in torque. can anyone recommend a company that builds custom wheels for a reasonable price. Below is a picture of the truck with the wheel adapters that are 2" thick. most wheels i have found do not have right offset and my goal is as wide of a tire as possible. Your recommendations are appreciated!

I just asked this question today. Bummed that you asked 3 months ago and not one person has bothered to reply.. It must be super easy and we are just missing something.

BossHogg69 · 07-30-2015, 02:43 PM

Well, I'd start by knowing how wide my axle was (67-70 narrow housing that's been converted to 5 lug or 71-72 5-lug, wide housing), measuring how much room I had in my wheelwell, figuring out the backspace I needed and then searching/calling around to different wheel manufacturers that offer custom wheels. There are a TON of threads on this site with that info if you'll just use the search tab. I just ordered a set of wheels from Schott Performance and I measured everything myself just to confirm some of the info floating around on this site - if you like what they have, call them up and as for Dave Wagner, he was a big help. Most wheel manufacturers will also have a lot of info on different makes/models and they'll be able to help you out some also. Before I dropped my money on some custom wheels, I wanted to make completely sure they were going to fit like I wanted them to.

hwyix · 08-02-2015, 03:40 AM

Road race guys have been using these guys since before time.

Just give them the measurements.
http://www.ccwheel.com/technical-measurements.php

04-12-2015, 10:24 PM	#1
Djaving Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Bozeman mt Posts: 10	Looking for recommendations for custom wheel manufacturers I currently have wheel adapters that go from my 5 lug axle to 6 lug wheels. I know everyone hates wheel adapters but I didnt have the money to buy new wheels at the time. Since then I have had some issues with my 396, so I ordered a zz502 crate motor. Now im really concerned with the wheel adapters failing due to the increase in torque. can anyone recommend a company that builds custom wheels for a reasonable price. Below is a picture of the truck with the wheel adapters that are 2" thick. most wheels i have found do not have right offset and my goal is as wide of a tire as possible. Your recommendations are appreciated! Attached Images

07-30-2015, 02:43 PM	#3
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: Looking for recommendations for custom wheel manufacturers Well, I'd start by knowing how wide my axle was (67-70 narrow housing that's been converted to 5 lug or 71-72 5-lug, wide housing), measuring how much room I had in my wheelwell, figuring out the backspace I needed and then searching/calling around to different wheel manufacturers that offer custom wheels. There are a TON of threads on this site with that info if you'll just use the search tab. I just ordered a set of wheels from Schott Performance and I measured everything myself just to confirm some of the info floating around on this site - if you like what they have, call them up and as for Dave Wagner, he was a big help. Most wheel manufacturers will also have a lot of info on different makes/models and they'll be able to help you out some also. Before I dropped my money on some custom wheels, I wanted to make completely sure they were going to fit like I wanted them to. __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

08-02-2015, 03:40 AM	#4
hwyix Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: belmont, ca Posts: 76	Re: Looking for recommendations for custom wheel manufacturers Road race guys have been using these guys since before time. Just give them the measurements. http://www.ccwheel.com/technical-measurements.php __________________ << sean >>



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