My weekend wheel refinishing project - Page 2 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Brad · 03-31-2008, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by chrislehr

Same deal on ones like this?

Yes, all those 'Corvette, Camaro' rally caps mount on the inside of the wheel rather than on the outside like you need. I really like those chrome caps you've shown up above for the outside mount. I'm thinking of doing this same thing and using those caps.

chrislehr · 03-31-2008, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Brad

Yes, all those 'Corvette, Camaro' rally caps mount on the inside of the wheel rather than on the outside like you need. I really like those chrome caps you've shown up above for the outside mount. I'm thinking of doing this same thing and using those caps.

Im concerned the red/orange will conflict, so those are nice, but still might need to be taped and painted to match

Brad · 03-31-2008, 08:36 PM

Btw, where did you find those red/chrome bowtie caps above?

SCOTI · 03-31-2008, 09:30 PM

I didn't see any mention of this but why are you using 66 hubcaps on a post-67? Why not 70's truck ralleys?

chrislehr · 03-31-2008, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

I didn't see any mention of this but why are you using 66 hubcaps on a post-67? Why not 70's truck ralleys?

Still looking for a decent set in 6 lugs that are 15x7 and 15x8. Rally's are what I eventually want to do this same procedure with, this is kind of a test run, and its been hard to find used rallys in OK shape with the right lugs and sizing.

chrislehr · 03-31-2008, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Brad

Btw, where did you find those red/chrome bowtie caps above?

Here:
http://www.classicparts.com/products.asp?dept=241

chrislehr · 03-31-2008, 10:49 PM

http://www.classicparts.com/products.asp?dept=241

can anyone tell me the diff between the "orignal style" and "reproduction style" trim rings?

Im guessing the repro ones are a better design to stay stuck on or something?

chrislehr · 04-02-2008, 02:57 AM

Just ordered $300 in parts from classic parts... Should have pics of the wheels w/o tires within a week or so!!

**clay68c10** · 04-02-2008, 04:54 AM

Here's a link to some 16" skinny rings. The 15" versions look the same. They're usually cheap, I think I paid $30-40 for mine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-80s...spagenameZWDVW

chrislehr · 04-02-2008, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by clay68c10

Here's a link to some 16" skinny rings. The 15" versions look the same. They're usually cheap, I think I paid $30-40 for mine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-80s...spagenameZWDVW

wtf is up with auction ads breaking EVERY ebay link on here???

I paid money to support this site, this crap shouldnt be needed.

sorry /rant

jlaird · 04-02-2008, 05:41 AM

looks good! What are you using for paint?

chrislehr · 04-05-2008, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by jlaird

looks good! What are you using for paint?

Paint was rustoleum primer, and paintscratch.com hugger orange and clear coat.

I got the trim rings and hubcaps in today:

Looking GOOD IMO, and close enough match on the color that I dont think I will repaint the hubcap centers...

Those trim rings sure do scratch up the paint a lot though, I am glad I didn't spend a fortune on that job.

1LoC10 · 04-05-2008, 12:28 AM

came out nice... glad im not the only one that takes pics like that
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=284778

chrislehr · 04-05-2008, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 1LoC10

came out nice... glad im not the only one that takes pics like that
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=284778

Are you kidding? I got the idea from your thread!

HoupPhotography · 04-05-2008, 12:51 AM

Man, I gotta tell ya', when i saw that orange paint I was wondering, "what's wrong with this guy"? Dude, those look BadAss fantastic choices from paint, rings and caps!!!!

chrislehr · 04-05-2008, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by HoupPhotography

Man, I gotta tell ya', when i saw that orange paint I was wondering, "what's wrong with this guy"? Dude, those look BadAss fantastic choices from paint, rings and caps!!!!

Thanks man - I had my doubts going through with it too, but looking at those now, I have no regrets. Now I almost want to get the tires done tonight just to see it.

HoupPhotography · 04-05-2008, 01:01 AM

I don't blame you, and hey, thanks for the web link for the hub caps. I am getting rid of the 20's on my '67 for the same type of wheels you have painted red.....

stllookn · 04-05-2008, 01:05 AM

Waiting on those pics of them mounted. Looks great so far!

chrislehr · 04-05-2008, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by stllookn

Waiting on those pics of them mounted. Looks great so far!

Sounds like the tires (michelin Wrangler RTS's) will be mounted by as soon as 9am...... then I need to do the trim and caps and take some pics for yall... pre drop....

tcb-1 · 04-05-2008, 04:26 AM

that is going to look so nice! good combo of color and chrome.

looking forward to seeing them on your rig!

corn · 04-05-2008, 08:29 AM

Those turned out pretty sharp! Cant wait to see them on the truck...

chrislehr · 04-05-2008, 05:49 PM

HoupPhotography · 04-05-2008, 09:41 PM

Day-UM... That is KA-LEEN dude!!!

VA72C10 · 04-05-2008, 10:12 PM

Nice work...looks really good!

BACKYARD88 · 04-06-2008, 12:44 AM

Looks good!

03-31-2008, 08:36 PM	#28
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03-31-2008, 09:30 PM	#29
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project I didn't see any mention of this but why are you using 66 hubcaps on a post-67? Why not 70's truck ralleys? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

03-31-2008, 10:49 PM	#32
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project http://www.classicparts.com/products.asp?dept=241 can anyone tell me the diff between the "orignal style" and "reproduction style" trim rings? Im guessing the repro ones are a better design to stay stuck on or something?

04-02-2008, 02:57 AM	#33
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Just ordered $300 in parts from classic parts... Should have pics of the wheels w/o tires within a week or so!!

04-02-2008, 04:54 AM	#34
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,991	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Here's a link to some 16" skinny rings. The 15" versions look the same. They're usually cheap, I think I paid $30-40 for mine. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-80s...spagenameZWDVW __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

04-02-2008, 05:41 AM	#36
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project looks good! What are you using for paint?

04-05-2008, 12:28 AM	#38
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project came out nice... glad im not the only one that takes pics like that http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=284778 __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

04-05-2008, 12:51 AM	#40
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Man, I gotta tell ya', when i saw that orange paint I was wondering, "what's wrong with this guy"? Dude, those look BadAss fantastic choices from paint, rings and caps!!!! __________________ R.I.P. Scott Kalitta

04-05-2008, 01:01 AM	#42
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project I don't blame you, and hey, thanks for the web link for the hub caps. I am getting rid of the 20's on my '67 for the same type of wheels you have painted red..... __________________ R.I.P. Scott Kalitta

04-05-2008, 01:05 AM	#43
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Waiting on those pics of them mounted. Looks great so far! __________________ '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)

04-05-2008, 04:26 AM	#45
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project that is going to look so nice! good combo of color and chrome. looking forward to seeing them on your rig! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

04-05-2008, 08:29 AM	#46
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Those turned out pretty sharp! Cant wait to see them on the truck...

04-05-2008, 05:49 PM	#47
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project

04-05-2008, 09:41 PM	#48
HoupPhotography Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 1,204	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Day-UM... That is KA-LEEN dude!!! __________________ R.I.P. Scott Kalitta

04-05-2008, 10:12 PM	#49
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: My weekend wheel refinishing project Nice work...looks really good!



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