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Mayo · 06-20-2010, 02:55 PM

From my understanding, if I wanted to run a set of center caps from a 2000s chevy, I would need to use the external thread lug nuts. Do the lugnuts from the new chevys bolt right on to the old trucks, or do I need to get some special aftermarket lugnuts?

62ramptruck · 06-07-2010, 11:49 AM

I have a set of factory H2 Hummer wheels sitting in a corner in the shop. I need to pull these out and check the pattern. Someone might be able to use these on one of their trucks.

05crewcab · 06-08-2010, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by 62ramptruck

I have a set of factory H2 Hummer wheels sitting in a corner in the shop. I need to pull these out and check the pattern. Someone might be able to use these on one of their trucks.

Those H2's will fit any 8-lug chevy from 67ish to 2010...i have them on my 2005, and am thinking about putting them on my 71 (stock 2500HD's on there now) when the rubber is low enough for "dry" traction only.

Mad Viking · 06-09-2010, 03:27 AM

Does anyone make a 17" or 18" steel 8 lug wheel that is, say, about 8" wide? I want to put a larger wheel on my 71 C20 and combine that with low profile tires and a 3/5 drop. I am painting the truck either the original dark green with a satin finish or black with the same finish. I want to paint the wheels the same color and then put chrome beauty rings and baby moons on. Just curious at this point.

spyder4560 · 10-12-2010, 12:41 AM

Not really good pics,but I found a set of Outlaw I's for a steal.I like them and that's what matters,right?

1985-GMC · 10-12-2010, 12:53 AM

I Like those wheels, wider would be better though.

dougo · 10-12-2010, 01:39 AM

Updated post with the steel wheels on.

alsriv2 · 10-12-2010, 04:09 AM

Doug,

Where did you find those wide steel rims and the crome caps? I have been looking for a set of those for my Gmc Longhorn to put on the rear.

Al
'69 GMC 2500 Longhorn
'69 Chevy CST/10 396

fayettecopa · 10-12-2010, 08:51 AM

Those look great

Where did you buy them?

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Originally Posted by dougo

Updated post with the steel wheels on.

Ed 72 Sierra Grande · 10-12-2010, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dougo

Updated post with the steel wheels on.

Nice Wheels!!

1985-GMC · 10-12-2010, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by dougo

Updated post with the steel wheels on.

Very nice wheels and caps! That is my favorite setup all time, must be why I find myself hording these wheels.

prairewolf · 06-09-2010, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Rupdog

i'm having a hard time finding some vintage style 8 lugs for my C-20 and was wondering what you guys were using. I currently have some vintage US Mags slots, but they're 16.5s and need new tires. Any suggestions? Maybe swap to 5 lug? Please post some pics of your 3/4 ton ride. Thanks!!!!!

these are 94 or so Sub rims, 16 inch, ... they would look more vintage if painted white and the trims rings were removed.

eagleuh1 · 06-20-2010, 08:37 PM

After market lugnuts. They have to have SAE standard threads to fit the old studs, and the metric thread on outside for the plastic locknuts that hold center cap on. Newer Chevies have metric studs. Also, are you planning to use these caps on older stock rims or the rims that go with the center caps. I think the lugnuts have different seat angles than old wheels have. Lugnutking on e-bay is where I got my lugs. Good luck.

steves1967 · 06-20-2010, 11:52 PM

I just bolted up a set of the 2500HD wheels, I used the lugnutking lugs. I found out that the rear caps will not fit over the Dana 60, the axel hub sticks out too far. So to use the caps I have to add spacers behing the wheel (about an 1" worth), but then my studs wont be long enough, so I'll have to get long studs from ARP, and 1" thick spacers...the spacers will help to push the wheel out to be even with the body, but I just think I'll look for a different wheel.

Mayo · 06-21-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by eagleuh1

After market lugnuts. They have to have SAE standard threads to fit the old studs, and the metric thread on outside for the plastic locknuts that hold center cap on. Newer Chevies have metric studs. Also, are you planning to use these caps on older stock rims or the rims that go with the center caps. I think the lugnuts have different seat angles than old wheels have. Lugnutking on e-bay is where I got my lugs. Good luck.

I was thinking about trying to put a set on some Dodge rims from the 90s

OleBlue79 · 06-26-2010, 12:16 AM

Stllookin - Where did you score those wheels? I love that look! The little hubcaps just finish them off perfectly!

kikkegek · 09-30-2010, 04:11 AM

i got these on mine (see my sig):

dont know what rims these are. But the tires are General Grabbers TA2 265/75/R16:

I dont like the way the centers look in the rear. I am looking for a solution, too make them look like the front centers of the rims (K20 got them locking mechanism in there).

Heavy Evy · 10-05-2010, 12:00 AM

I had a hard time deciding which rims to use on my pile but i went with these because I have never seen anybody else with them. I know the pic is bad and only shows the front but there 16's. 235-60 up front and 285-60 out back also how are you guys lowering your 3/4's without cutting springs or removing leafs?

Mayo · 10-06-2010, 05:03 PM

Are those the Eagle Ion Alloy 171s?

19Hoosierdaddies68 · 02-03-2012, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Heavy Evy

I had a hard time deciding which rims to use on my pile but i went with these because I have never seen anybody else with them. I know the pic is bad and only shows the front but there 16's. 235-60 up front and 285-60 out back also how are you guys lowering your 3/4's without cutting springs or removing leafs?

I bought 71' 3" drop spindles from Airbagit.com to lower the front of mine with a 2" 1/2 ton drop spring. They bolted right in o problems, the alignment is done but havent driven it yet as the rear isnt completed. My rear is coil springs as well so just installed 5" 1/2 ton springs as well. I believe someone makes 3/4 ton drop springs if you are looking to keep the towing capacity. Not sure how the leaf sprung guys are doing it.

Heavy Evy · 10-06-2010, 09:37 PM

they are ions and i love em! i got a killer deal on them from jegs 2 years ago
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Ed 72 Sierra Grande · 10-06-2010, 10:06 PM

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Twisted78SS · 10-06-2010, 10:52 PM

I'm running Akuza

eyebuzz · 10-07-2010, 04:15 PM

16.5" original rims with 8.75x16.5 tires. I wouldn't mind a slightly wider tire - but the options were limited to keep the height the same. Firestone Transforce (Goodyear makes the Workhorse...and then a small collection of off brand tires).

683/4farm · 05-20-2016, 11:17 AM

Do you have the floater hub coming through the rear wheels?if so how well did the rear caps fit over?

06-20-2010, 02:55 PM	#1
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? From my understanding, if I wanted to run a set of center caps from a 2000s chevy, I would need to use the external thread lug nuts. Do the lugnuts from the new chevys bolt right on to the old trucks, or do I need to get some special aftermarket lugnuts? __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed Last edited by Mayo; 06-20-2010 at 02:55 PM.

06-07-2010, 11:49 AM	#2
62ramptruck Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 69	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I have a set of factory H2 Hummer wheels sitting in a corner in the shop. I need to pull these out and check the pattern. Someone might be able to use these on one of their trucks. __________________ 1968 C10 SWB "Project Shop Truck" 1964 Impala 2DR Hydraulics 1933 Ford 2DR Sedan 1965 AC Cobra (Long Term Project) 1998 Viper GTS-R 1962 Chevy RampTruck (SOLD)

06-09-2010, 03:27 AM	#4
Mad Viking Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ferndale, WA Posts: 18	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Does anyone make a 17" or 18" steel 8 lug wheel that is, say, about 8" wide? I want to put a larger wheel on my 71 C20 and combine that with low profile tires and a 3/5 drop. I am painting the truck either the original dark green with a satin finish or black with the same finish. I want to paint the wheels the same color and then put chrome beauty rings and baby moons on. Just curious at this point.

10-12-2010, 12:41 AM	#5
spyder4560 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Danville,Kentucky Posts: 55	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Not really good pics,but I found a set of Outlaw I's for a steal.I like them and that's what matters,right? Attached Images __________________ Sorry,Boss.There's only two people I trust.One of them is me,and the other one is not you.

10-12-2010, 12:53 AM	#6
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I Like those wheels, wider would be better though. __________________ 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)

10-12-2010, 01:39 AM	#7
dougo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 543	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Updated post with the steel wheels on. Attached Images __________________ Doug '72 GMC K2500 Suburban 4x4

10-12-2010, 04:09 AM	#8
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Doug, Where did you find those wide steel rims and the crome caps? I have been looking for a set of those for my Gmc Longhorn to put on the rear. Al '69 GMC 2500 Longhorn '69 Chevy CST/10 396

06-20-2010, 08:37 PM	#13
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? After market lugnuts. They have to have SAE standard threads to fit the old studs, and the metric thread on outside for the plastic locknuts that hold center cap on. Newer Chevies have metric studs. Also, are you planning to use these caps on older stock rims or the rims that go with the center caps. I think the lugnuts have different seat angles than old wheels have. Lugnutking on e-bay is where I got my lugs. Good luck.

06-20-2010, 11:52 PM	#14
steves1967 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Manteca, Ca USA Posts: 309	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I just bolted up a set of the 2500HD wheels, I used the lugnutking lugs. I found out that the rear caps will not fit over the Dana 60, the axel hub sticks out too far. So to use the caps I have to add spacers behing the wheel (about an 1" worth), but then my studs wont be long enough, so I'll have to get long studs from ARP, and 1" thick spacers...the spacers will help to push the wheel out to be even with the body, but I just think I'll look for a different wheel. __________________ '71 Chevy 3/4 Ton Longbed '22 Chevy Tahoe RST '67 Firebird- 8 sec street car '24 GMC CC 4x4 Duramax Dually

06-26-2010, 12:16 AM	#16
OleBlue79 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisiana Posts: 127	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Stllookin - Where did you score those wheels? I love that look! The little hubcaps just finish them off perfectly!

09-30-2010, 04:11 AM	#17
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,521	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? i got these on mine (see my sig): dont know what rims these are. But the tires are General Grabbers TA2 265/75/R16: I dont like the way the centers look in the rear. I am looking for a solution, too make them look like the front centers of the rims (K20 got them locking mechanism in there). __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

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Heavy Evy born to lose Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 842	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I had a hard time deciding which rims to use on my pile but i went with these because I have never seen anybody else with them. I know the pic is bad and only shows the front but there 16's. 235-60 up front and 285-60 out back also how are you guys lowering your 3/4's without cutting springs or removing leafs? Attached Images __________________ _____________________ '67 Chevy Belair Wagon 283 Powerglide '68 Chevy II Nova 2 door 350 TH400 Sold!! '71 Chevy C20 350 TH350 '71 Chevy C10 Burb 350 TH350 stolen totalled gone.... Burb Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475155 Nova Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498979 Wagon Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543052 Not giving a truck.

10-06-2010, 05:03 PM	#19
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? Are those the Eagle Ion Alloy 171s? __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

10-06-2010, 09:37 PM	#21
Heavy Evy born to lose Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 842	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? they are ions and i love em! i got a killer deal on them from jegs 2 years ago Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ _____________________ '67 Chevy Belair Wagon 283 Powerglide '68 Chevy II Nova 2 door 350 TH400 Sold!! '71 Chevy C20 350 TH350 '71 Chevy C10 Burb 350 TH350 stolen totalled gone.... Burb Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475155 Nova Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498979 Wagon Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543052 Not giving a truck.

10-06-2010, 10:06 PM	#22
Ed 72 Sierra Grande Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Whittier Ca Posts: 172	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? __________________ Ed F 1972 Sierra Grande White Top Medium Olive 402 bb / Camper Stock, Loaded, Straight & Aged Nicely, No Tilt Original Resto would be nice $



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Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? I'm running Akuza __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

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eyebuzz Licensed driver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tarrytown, NY Posts: 161	Re: 8 lug wheels - what's on YOUR truck? 16.5" original rims with 8.75x16.5 tires. I wouldn't mind a slightly wider tire - but the options were limited to keep the height the same. Firestone Transforce (Goodyear makes the Workhorse...and then a small collection of off brand tires).

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