Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 - Page 24 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

brossow · 02-25-2010, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

I called the local distributor here in B'ham Al. and the story was that the hold up is the new center cap. SUPPOSEDLY there are 8000 wheels in the primary warehouse waiting for the correct "new design" center cap.

I'm with brossow....I'll believe it when I see it!

That makes sense -- 4 weeks to make the wheels, then 4 more weeks to source the center caps.

*mrhino* · 02-25-2010, 09:13 PM

Finally got some shoes on her, what do you guys think?

**lolife99** · 02-25-2010, 09:17 PM

Look Great!
Whats the specs on the wheels and tires?

brossow · 02-25-2010, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhino

Finally got some shoes on her, what do you guys think?

Looks terrible. I'll give you $100 out of the goodness of my heart just to get that abomination out of your garage.

(Seriously, looks great!)

*mrhino* · 02-25-2010, 09:27 PM

245/45 18x8 on front and 255/45/18 x9.5

brossow you are two kind, i wouldnt feel right just taken your money like that.

BossHogg69 · 02-26-2010, 12:59 AM

Looks killer, hope mine turns out as nice. good job!

Ronm909 · 02-27-2010, 03:48 AM

got these on ebay shipped for $750. gonna start messing with them to MAKE them fit.

brossow · 02-27-2010, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Ronm909

got these on ebay shipped for $750. gonna start messing with them to MAKE them fit.

Looks great! What are the tire specs, especially on the rear?

Ronm909 · 02-27-2010, 12:11 PM

thanks, rears are 315/35/20.. fronts are 255/35/20

6D8_C10 · 03-03-2010, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by brossow

[LIST=1][*]They received a message from headquarters around Christmas time saying that the 338's were being retooled and production would begin soon.
[*]Their target was to have the revised wheels ready before spring.
[*]They started production about 4 weeks ago and production is typically an 8-week cycle, meaning that they should be going into boxes for shipping in about 4 more weeks.

Cheers,
Brent

Brent you posted this on 25 FEB.

So that would make the date around the end of March (fingers crossed)?

That would be a great B-day present for myself

dwhitley167 · 03-03-2010, 10:25 PM

i talked to the boss rep in cali today, and they said they are about a month away from the new wheels being sold. i dunno how true that really is but thats what he said. and he said that they arnt changin any of the specs of the wheel cept the center, and center cap.

Hickup pickup · 03-03-2010, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by dwhitley167

i talked to the boss rep in cali today, and they said they are about a month away from the new wheels being sold. i dunno how true that really is but thats what he said. and he said that they arnt changin any of the specs of the wheel cept the center, and center cap.

WoW, Thats the first time I heard that one.

TyKby2 · 03-06-2010, 11:27 PM

Hey guys I'm new to this web site and saw this thread. I was think about about getting a set of these wheels even before I got my truck. I'm thinking 18x8 and 18x9.5. So my next question is what web site have y'all seen that has the cheapest price for these wheels w/o tires just the wheels?

Leviticus · 03-06-2010, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TyKby2

Hey guys I'm new to this web site and saw this thread. I was think about about getting a set of these wheels even before I got my truck. I'm thinking 18x8 and 18x9.5. So my next question is what web site have y'all seen that has the cheapest price for these wheels w/o tires just the wheels?

I am ready to pull the trigger on these as well, just trying to decide whether or not I want to deal with machining the rotors etc. The cheapest I have found them so far, is either on eBay from the seller Custom-Performance-Products, they were aware of the fitment issues on our trucks, and have sets available but don't list them, send them a message and they will list a set of 5x5 for you.

I believe JD's wheels is pretty close on price as well, so maybe give him a try.

djracer · 03-06-2010, 11:52 PM

I bought a set that size in a different pattern for my Brother's 59 and got them through a buddy for a little over 650.00.

TyKby2 · 03-07-2010, 12:04 PM

Ok, thanks, but yesterday I did a little internet surfing and found 18x8 and 18x9.5's for around $610 bucks the web site is http://www.elites-wholesale.com, they have a huge selection of different wheels. But I think when I go to buy them I'll print the that page with the prices and take it to the local summit racing store, because they say they with beat any competitors price.

MalibuVLX · 03-08-2010, 01:27 PM

Lolife99-Do you have a part number for the front 1in rotors you are running. I have picked up two pair trying various light duty rotors and they still bottom out where the center cap inserts. Your help is apprciated.

**lolife99** · 03-08-2010, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MalibuVLX

Lolife99-Do you have a part number for the front 1in rotors you are running. I have picked up two pair trying various light duty rotors and they still bottom out where the center cap inserts. Your help is apprciated.

I'll have to look for a part number. I thought I posted it somewhere on the board.
Can you post a picture of your rotors?
Also,... have you trimmed the plastic clips on the Boss centercaps yet?

**nlped** · 03-08-2010, 01:58 PM

Just out of curiosity I made another phone call to the ATL Eagle Wheel warehouse to try and get some new info, and they say that they will have the new design rolling in on there upcoming Thurs. delivery. If this really happens, I will be stunned

TyKby2 · 03-08-2010, 02:14 PM

Would a 250 six cylinder truck have 1" rotors

SCOTI · 03-08-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TyKby2

Would a 250 six cylinder truck have 1" rotors

Depends on the remaining options for the truck. There's no definitive on this....

brossow · 03-08-2010, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

Just out of curiosity I made another phone call to the ATL Eagle Wheel warehouse to try and get some new info, and they say that they will have the new design rolling in on there upcoming Thurs. delivery. If this really happens, I will be stunned

Just called the manager of the Bloomington, MN regional office (Dan) and he said 2-3 weeks for delivery. The revised part numbers are in the system (confirmed to end with -3AA as previously speculated in my February post on the previous page) and the wheels are definitely in production. Maybe ATL is getting 'em faster than MSP? Maybe Dan was just erring on the side of caution? Doesn't much matter to me -- I won't be purchasing for at least a couple months yet -- but thought I'd check to see what other parts of the country are being told.

Brent

TyKby2 · 03-08-2010, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Depends on the remaining options for the truck. There's no definitive on this....

Ok, I geuss I could take a wheel off and check.

**nlped** · 03-08-2010, 03:20 PM

Thanks Brossow...at least they are saying they are about to be available!

**lolife99** · 03-08-2010, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

Thanks Brossow...at least they are saying they are about to be available!

I'll believe it when I see one bolted to a 1.25" wide rotor with no modifications or spacer.

Until then,... Buy a different wheel.

02-25-2010, 09:13 PM	#577
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02-25-2010, 09:17 PM	#578
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Look Great! Whats the specs on the wheels and tires? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-25-2010, 09:27 PM	#580
mrhino Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,223	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 245/45 18x8 on front and 255/45/18 x9.5 brossow you are two kind, i wouldnt feel right just taken your money like that. Last edited by mrhino; 02-25-2010 at 09:28 PM.

02-26-2010, 12:59 AM	#581
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Looks killer, hope mine turns out as nice. good job! __________________ 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!!

02-27-2010, 03:48 AM	#582
Ronm909 67GMC Slammed Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, Ca Posts: 255	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 got these on ebay shipped for $750. gonna start messing with them to MAKE them fit. Attached Images __________________ my dropmembered 67 GMC build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383215 Last edited by Ronm909; 02-27-2010 at 03:50 AM.

02-27-2010, 12:11 PM	#584
Ronm909 67GMC Slammed Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, Ca Posts: 255	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 thanks, rears are 315/35/20.. fronts are 255/35/20 __________________ my dropmembered 67 GMC build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383215

03-03-2010, 10:25 PM	#586
dwhitley167 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hoschton, GA Posts: 18	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 i talked to the boss rep in cali today, and they said they are about a month away from the new wheels being sold. i dunno how true that really is but thats what he said. and he said that they arnt changin any of the specs of the wheel cept the center, and center cap. __________________ 67 chevy 402 BB w/ TH400 Learning as much as i can before i dig in!!

03-06-2010, 11:27 PM	#588
TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Hey guys I'm new to this web site and saw this thread. I was think about about getting a set of these wheels even before I got my truck. I'm thinking 18x8 and 18x9.5. So my next question is what web site have y'all seen that has the cheapest price for these wheels w/o tires just the wheels?

03-06-2010, 11:52 PM	#590
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,891	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 I bought a set that size in a different pattern for my Brother's 59 and got them through a buddy for a little over 650.00. __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

03-07-2010, 12:04 PM	#591
TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Ok, thanks, but yesterday I did a little internet surfing and found 18x8 and 18x9.5's for around $610 bucks the web site is http://www.elites-wholesale.com, they have a huge selection of different wheels. But I think when I go to buy them I'll print the that page with the prices and take it to the local summit racing store, because they say they with beat any competitors price.

03-08-2010, 01:27 PM	#592
MalibuVLX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mechanicsville, Va Posts: 71	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Lolife99-Do you have a part number for the front 1in rotors you are running. I have picked up two pair trying various light duty rotors and they still bottom out where the center cap inserts. Your help is apprciated.

03-08-2010, 01:58 PM	#594
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Just out of curiosity I made another phone call to the ATL Eagle Wheel warehouse to try and get some new info, and they say that they will have the new design rolling in on there upcoming Thurs. delivery. If this really happens, I will be stunned __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

03-08-2010, 02:14 PM	#595
TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Would a 250 six cylinder truck have 1" rotors __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee

03-08-2010, 03:20 PM	#599
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Thanks Brossow...at least they are saying they are about to be available! __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha



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