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**Joesjunk** · 12-18-2012, 12:05 AM

here are 2 of mine, both have Ford 16x7 wheels on them, the green 71 has 285/75/16's and the Suburban has 265/75/16's

1985-GMC · 12-18-2012, 12:09 AM

You've been holding out, those are sweet!

johnnyclack · 12-18-2012, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

here are 2 of mine, both have Ford 16x7 wheels on them, the green 71 has 285/75/16's and the Suburban has 265/75/16's

Those were the best of vehicles for the best of times

Ohh' sweet memories

Rossdj1 · 12-20-2012, 08:53 PM

does anyone know where i can get a set of factory 16.5 x 9.75 wheels? Thanks!

1985-GMC · 12-20-2012, 11:54 PM

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does anyone know where i can get a set of factory 16.5 x 9.75 wheels? Thanks!

Either craigslist or John Fabris: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...06#post5755406

keenan · 12-23-2012, 10:01 PM

damn i just sold a set of 16.5x9.75 to some guy restoring a 72 i think?
they camee off my 68 k20 he said they were factory? any idea how much those are worth so i can see if i let them go for the rite price?

dougo · 12-24-2012, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by keenan

damn i just sold a set of 16.5x9.75 to some guy restoring a 72 i think?
they camee off my 68 k20 he said they were factory? any idea how much those are worth so i can see if i let them go for the rite price?

I ended up paying $100 for 2 about 2-3 years ago. Hard to find where I am.... And sometimes have to pay a little more. But, I did not have to drive far - 4 miles. So it was worth it.
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**Stocker** · 12-24-2012, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by keenan

damn i just sold a set of 16.5x9.75 to some guy restoring a 72 i think?
they camee off my 68 k20 he said they were factory?

I have 16.5x9.75 aftermarket spoke wheels...... didn't think 16.5s came as OEM in 9.75 width..... thought the widest were 8.25".

Got me curious now.... does anyone know for sure?

ChevySean79 · 12-24-2012, 11:18 AM

Stocker yup they came in 9.75's I got two set.
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**Stocker** · 12-24-2012, 11:53 AM

So the old 12.00-16.5 tires must have come as an OEM option, b/c that's the only size I can think of that would have fit 9.75 rims back then. Interesting..... I thought those (what was called 'flotation') tires were always aftermarket or dealer-installed. Never knew they were a factory option. Learn something every day on this board!

ChevySean79 · 12-24-2012, 12:27 PM

You know I'm not sure if they were dealer installed. I know they were called Kelsey Haynes wheels I got two sets that are exactly the same 16.5x9.75 5.5" backspace on one set of 4 I have a little ford oval stamped in them but are exactly them same as the other set. May be one someone else can chime in.
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dougo · 12-24-2012, 06:05 PM

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You know I'm not sure if they were dealer installed. I know they were called Kelsey Haynes wheels I got two sets that are exactly the same 16.5x9.75 5.5" backspace on one set of 4 I have a little ford oval stamped in them but are exactly them same as the other set. May be one someone else can chime in.
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I have a set of Kelsey Hayes, they were manufactured as an after market rim (this is what I learned from a couple guys who have been dealing in these parts/trucks for years).

They are getting harder to find these days, tire option too. I'm hoping by the time I need tires, there will be more options. BFG was once offering their mud for a 16.5, I'm currently running the BFG A/T. I'd like to go with the mud next.
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martindc1 · 12-24-2012, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by dougo

I have a set of Kelsey Hayes, they were manufactured as an after market rim (this is what I learned from a couple guys who have been dealing in these parts/trucks for years).

They are getting harder to find these days, tire option too. I'm hoping by the time I need tires, there will be more options. BFG was once offering their mud for a 16.5, I'm currently running the BFG A/T. I'd like to go with the mud next.
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Unfortunately, with the exception of Interco, it seems as if the tire manufacturers are phasing out the 16.5s. I know BFG still makes the AT in 16.5 but I'm fairly certain they don't make the MT in 16.5 anymore. You can get 33" 16.5 Super Swamper SSR's though, they appear to be more of a mild variation of the SS.

CrewCab59 · 12-24-2012, 09:24 PM

You can still buy new 16x6 6lug and 9.75x16.5 8lug wheels. You can find these wheels on trailers as well as ag equipment.

Now 8.25 and 9.75 had 10.00 x 16.5 flotation , In all my info the 12.00x16.5 was never a option. My extra set of kh 9.75 are on STA 10.00x16.5 Super transport tires.

The fire trucks " Brush trucks " GM and ford that had 9.75 used 10.00x16.5 Super Trac ,Destone " sp" and the power kings. They may have used the 12.00x16.5 on brush trucks but as of now that's all the info I have.

See " Brush Fire " thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442259

CrewCab59 · 12-24-2012, 09:46 PM

The 16.5 tires still being made.

BFG A/T
Firestone transforce
STA
TSL ( still setting up tire molds )
Co op
Goodyear ( workhorse ) 37" in M/T ,MTR and Baja T/A

**thelonerife** · 12-24-2012, 11:08 PM

i like the way joesjunks trucks look. If I have a 4x4 it'll get that treatment. I also like these with no caps.

keenan · 12-26-2012, 04:12 PM

damn i sold this set for 50 bucks.. o well i guess next time i should do research before hand but at least the guy can finish his restoration im glad i could help

cheyenne10 · 12-26-2012, 05:09 PM

Will a 285/75/16 fit the 7" ford rims?
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**Joesjunk** · 12-26-2012, 05:17 PM

Yes, they fit very well.

**Joesjunk** · 12-26-2012, 05:20 PM

Here is another

birdistheword · 01-28-2013, 02:11 PM

Finally got my 15x8's and hubcaps on.
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birdistheword · 01-28-2013, 02:18 PM

Thanks. The tires are Pro Comp Mud Terrains 33x12.50R15.
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Dales396lt4 · 01-28-2013, 08:30 PM

yfs200p · 01-28-2013, 08:42 PM

Dales396lt4 -- That stepside looks awesome. Beautiful truck.

Dales396lt4 · 01-28-2013, 08:52 PM

Thanks I just got last week and I drive it every day..

12-18-2012, 12:05 AM	#76
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? here are 2 of mine, both have Ford 16x7 wheels on them, the green 71 has 285/75/16's and the Suburban has 265/75/16's Attached Images __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

12-18-2012, 12:09 AM	#77
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? You've been holding out, those are sweet! __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

12-20-2012, 08:53 PM	#79
Rossdj1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque new Mexico Posts: 10	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? does anyone know where i can get a set of factory 16.5 x 9.75 wheels? Thanks!

12-23-2012, 10:01 PM	#81
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? damn i just sold a set of 16.5x9.75 to some guy restoring a 72 i think? they camee off my 68 k20 he said they were factory? any idea how much those are worth so i can see if i let them go for the rite price?

12-24-2012, 11:18 AM	#84
ChevySean79 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Lindenhurst NY Posts: 295	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? Stocker yup they came in 9.75's I got two set. Posted via Mobile Device

12-24-2012, 11:53 AM	#85
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,696	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? So the old 12.00-16.5 tires must have come as an OEM option, b/c that's the only size I can think of that would have fit 9.75 rims back then. Interesting..... I thought those (what was called 'flotation') tires were always aftermarket or dealer-installed. Never knew they were a factory option. Learn something every day on this board! __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

12-24-2012, 12:27 PM	#86
ChevySean79 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Lindenhurst NY Posts: 295	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? You know I'm not sure if they were dealer installed. I know they were called Kelsey Haynes wheels I got two sets that are exactly the same 16.5x9.75 5.5" backspace on one set of 4 I have a little ford oval stamped in them but are exactly them same as the other set. May be one someone else can chime in. Posted via Mobile Device

12-24-2012, 09:24 PM	#89
CrewCab59 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Knoxville,TN Posts: 1,185	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? You can still buy new 16x6 6lug and 9.75x16.5 8lug wheels. You can find these wheels on trailers as well as ag equipment. Now 8.25 and 9.75 had 10.00 x 16.5 flotation , In all my info the 12.00x16.5 was never a option. My extra set of kh 9.75 are on STA 10.00x16.5 Super transport tires. The fire trucks " Brush trucks " GM and ford that had 9.75 used 10.00x16.5 Super Trac ,Destone " sp" and the power kings. They may have used the 12.00x16.5 on brush trucks but as of now that's all the info I have. See " Brush Fire " thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=442259 __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe 20 4x4 burb 1971 GMC SWB CST 4x4 1972 GMC k20 4x4 (X- brush truck ) 1971 Chevy CST Blazer 4x4 1971 Chevy C/10 1970 Cab Chassis C30 157" 1971 Cab Chassis Custom 30 Deluxe 157" 292/4spd ( Napco Replica ) 1988 Chevy V30 4x4 wrecker challenger 4812

12-24-2012, 09:46 PM	#90
CrewCab59 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Knoxville,TN Posts: 1,185	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? The 16.5 tires still being made. BFG A/T Firestone transforce STA TSL ( still setting up tire molds ) Co op Goodyear ( workhorse ) 37" in M/T ,MTR and Baja T/A __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe 20 4x4 burb 1971 GMC SWB CST 4x4 1972 GMC k20 4x4 (X- brush truck ) 1971 Chevy CST Blazer 4x4 1971 Chevy C/10 1970 Cab Chassis C30 157" 1971 Cab Chassis Custom 30 Deluxe 157" 292/4spd ( Napco Replica ) 1988 Chevy V30 4x4 wrecker challenger 4812

12-24-2012, 11:08 PM	#91
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? i like the way joesjunks trucks look. If I have a 4x4 it'll get that treatment. I also like these with no caps. __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

12-26-2012, 04:12 PM	#92
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? damn i sold this set for 50 bucks.. o well i guess next time i should do research before hand but at least the guy can finish his restoration im glad i could help Attached Images

12-26-2012, 05:09 PM	#93
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12-26-2012, 05:17 PM	#94
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? Yes, they fit very well. Attached Images __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

12-26-2012, 05:20 PM	#95
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? Here is another Attached Images __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

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01-28-2013, 02:18 PM	#97
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: Steel Wheeled 4x4's?? Thanks. The tires are Pro Comp Mud Terrains 33x12.50R15. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

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