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71GMC71 · 04-29-2010, 10:14 AM

Do these rims look alright on my truck?
Anything I should do to my truck besides repainting it?
Thank you, Anything will be appreciated.
So far the only things me and my dad have done to this truck is tint, wheels, and new air filter. This is my first vehicle, so anything you guys say is appreciated. Thank you.
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big_al_71 · 04-29-2010, 10:18 AM

I would like to see some more picts of it though.....before giving you my opinion..

btw welcome !!!

1quik70 · 04-29-2010, 11:17 AM

Looks sharp from the pics! I always wanted those wheels when I had my 70 LWB.

ewoody625 · 04-29-2010, 11:19 AM

I like those wheels, somemore pics would be nice.

cdowns · 04-29-2010, 11:58 AM

i'm not a fan of the larger rim sizes i like the feel and look of old school tires and rims// to me they look a bit too donkish

nastyc10 · 04-29-2010, 12:52 PM

From that pic I think the wheels and paint both look good. Nice truck!

**Stocker** · 04-29-2010, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

i'm not a fan of the larger rim sizes i like the feel and look of old school tires and rims// to me they look a bit too donkish

My feelings also, possibly a reflection of my, um, mature age.

Beautiful truck, I just prefer a bit less wheel and a bit more sidewall.

And

from NorCal!

epashhans · 04-30-2010, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

i'm not a fan of the larger rim sizes i like the feel and look of old school tires and rims// to me they look a bit too donkish

I wouldn't worry about your truck being to "donkish" as I don't really think your truck falls into that category (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donk_%28automobile%29). There are lots of guys running over sized rims around here, many much bigger than yours. And there are many who are still on 15's. Whatever you like, go for it. That's all that matters.

I think its a sharp looking truck and it looks like most of the hard work is done. I think those rims look pretty good on it. I agree with losing the diamond plate and the sticker on the back window, but that's just personal opinion.

Just have fun and enjoy it! There are many of us on here that wish our trucks were drivable right now, let alone looking like yours!

71GMC71 · 04-30-2010, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by epashhans

I wouldn't worry about your truck being to "donkish" as I don't really think your truck falls into that category (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donk_%28automobile%29). There are lots of guys running over sized rims around here, many much bigger than yours. And there are many who are still on 15's. Whatever you like, go for it. That's all that matters.

I think its a sharp looking truck and it looks like most of the hard work is done. I think those rims look pretty good on it. I agree with losing the diamond plate and the sticker on the back window, but that's just personal opinion.

Just have fun and enjoy it! There are many of us on here that wish our trucks were drivable right now, let alone looking like yours!

Thank you sir, Some of my friends considered my trunk donkish because of my rims I got really depressed about it, But all you guys make me actually like my truck again!

vectorit · 04-30-2010, 01:17 AM

Dude, if you're "friends" are giving you S about your truck it's only because they are jealous. Simple as that.

Willys47 · 04-30-2010, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

i'm not a fan of the larger rim sizes i like the feel and look of old school tires and rims// to me they look a bit too donkish

I feel the same on this, I like a little more rubber on the rims my self

68,69 K20 · 04-29-2010, 04:38 PM

Welcome, I'm not usually a fan of the larger rims, but those look pretty nice on your truck...

mclairmo · 04-29-2010, 05:19 PM

I don't like IROC rims but those look sweet on your truck. The stance is perfect IMO. I would not change a thing, except . . . maybe . . . stay away from diamond plate.

71GMC71 · 04-29-2010, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mclairmo

I don't like IROC rims but those look sweet on your truck. The stance is perfect IMO. I would not change a thing, except . . . maybe . . . stay away from diamond plate.

Yes I hate the diamond plate as well/

jcsbrat · 05-01-2010, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mclairmo

I don't like IROC rims but those look sweet on your truck. The stance is perfect IMO. I would not change a thing, except . . . maybe . . . stay away from diamond plate.

What's wrong with diamond plate? I was thinking about using it.

colin_havens · 04-29-2010, 05:20 PM

They look pretty good to me. They look pretty flush with the rear wheel openings though, so if you plan to lower it very much be sure you measure carefully. but maybe thats me, because I havent owned anything in the past 10+ years that I haven lowered

. Looks good though!

mclairmo · 04-29-2010, 08:04 PM

What a nice first vehicle. Be sure to thank your dad profusely. You're very blessed to have such a supportive father. My first vehicle was a puke green 71 Mustang that looked like it had rolled down a hill. I had to weld up a new complete quarter panel, patch the other, weld up the rusty taillight panel and replace a front fender and the hood. Spent most of my free time (after doing my homework, of course) from 12 years old to 16 years old building it. Drove it to highschool for 2 years and then it was stolen out of my folks' driveway one night. Probably in TJ now or maybe chopped up.

geemcee · 04-29-2010, 08:08 PM

Personally larger size rims are not my first choice but if they are larger they gotta be 5 spoke ones just like yours!

BTW My first vehicle is a 71 GMC Custom Long box, wish it was a short box!

vectorit · 04-29-2010, 08:34 PM

Welcome to the board!

I'm a guy that prefers the the stock look, but your rig looks good to me if that's the look YOU are going for.

If I had to really piss about anything on your rig? Lose the diamond plate, and the sticker on the back window.

Other than than that, it has a nice stance which I like. Heck, a great stance can make any wheel look good...

BTW, I am just South of you. I'm in the Temecula/Murrieta area.

71GMC71 · 04-29-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by vectorit

I'm a guy that prefers the the stock look, but your rig looks good to me if that's the look YOU are going for.

If I had to really piss about anything on your rig? Lose the diamond plate, and the sticker on the back window.

Other than than that, it has a nice stance which I like. Heck, a great stance can make any wheel look good...

I wanna get rid of it, But my i'm 17 and really don't do much to my truck except drive it and check the oil. My dad doesn't let me do anything else to it.

vectorit · 04-29-2010, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 71GMC71

I wanna get rid of it, But my i'm 17 and really don't do much to my truck except drive it and check the oil. My dad doesn't let me do anything else to it.

No worries! Just work with your pop's as much as possible, read up on as much stuff as you can on these old trucks. Hang out here on the forums, and check out the projects other members are doing to their trucks that are similar to yours. Avoid wanting to jump into any major projects on your truck until you really have thought it all out, this in your case is pestering you Dad about some mod that you really like and want to do that weekend! LOL
Believe me, I did that and it drove me nuts that my Dad acted like he wasn't interested. It's a huge blank canvas to paint on with personal touches, so you want to really put some educated thought into what you "really" want.

Right now I'd be soaking in the whole thing, since you already have a very cool truck as it is.

71GMC71 · 04-29-2010, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by vectorit

No worries! Just work with your pop's as much as possible, read up on as much stuff as you can on these old trucks. Hang out here on the forums, and check out the projects other members are doing to their trucks that are similar to yours. Avoid wanting to jump into any major projects on your truck until you really have thought it all out, this in your case is pestering you Dad about some mod that you really like and want to do that weekend! LOL
Believe me, I did that and it drove me nuts that my Dad acted like he wasn't interested. It's a huge blank canvas to paint on with personal touches, so you want to really put some educated thought into what you "really" want.

Right now I'd be soaking in the whole thing, since you already have a very cool truck as it is.

Thanks man that really opened my eyes and made me think. Thank you a lot!

big mike71 · 04-29-2010, 08:32 PM

I would say yes, nice truck and how did you post those pics like that.

oldblue1968chevy · 04-29-2010, 08:32 PM

thats a sweet truck! I wouldnt do a thing, where are you located!

71GMC71 · 04-29-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by big mike71

I would say yes, nice truck and how did you post those pics like that.

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

thats a sweet truck! I wouldnt do a thing, where are you located!

What do you mean about the pics?
And I am located in Southern California, Inland Empire area.
I like my truck It just seems like it could be lower.

04-29-2010, 10:14 AM	#1
71GMC71 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Moreno Valley Posts: 74	Help with deciding! Do these rims look alright on my truck? Anything I should do to my truck besides repainting it? Thank you, Anything will be appreciated. So far the only things me and my dad have done to this truck is tint, wheels, and new air filter. This is my first vehicle, so anything you guys say is appreciated. Thank you. [URL=http://img576.imageshack.us/i/l7e5723a5daa14899840888.jpg/] Uploaded with ImageShack.us Last edited by 71GMC71; 04-29-2010 at 04:44 PM.

04-29-2010, 10:18 AM	#2
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Help with deciding! I would like to see some more picts of it though.....before giving you my opinion.. btw welcome !!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

04-29-2010, 11:17 AM	#3
1quik70 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana Posts: 136	Re: Help with deciding! Looks sharp from the pics! I always wanted those wheels when I had my 70 LWB.

04-29-2010, 11:19 AM	#4
ewoody625 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: valparaiso,in Posts: 730	Re: Help with deciding! I like those wheels, somemore pics would be nice. __________________ Eric 70 CST10 long bed in pieces also factory air and cruise(the project) 18 Silverado crew cab 5.3 4x4 My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=402166

04-29-2010, 11:58 AM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Help with deciding! i'm not a fan of the larger rim sizes i like the feel and look of old school tires and rims// to me they look a bit too donkish __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

04-29-2010, 12:52 PM	#6
nastyc10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 516	Re: Help with deciding! From that pic I think the wheels and paint both look good. Nice truck!

04-30-2010, 01:17 AM	#10
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Help with deciding! Dude, if you're "friends" are giving you S about your truck it's only because they are jealous. Simple as that. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU Last edited by vectorit; 04-30-2010 at 01:17 AM.

04-29-2010, 04:38 PM	#12
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: Help with deciding! Welcome, I'm not usually a fan of the larger rims, but those look pretty nice on your truck... __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

04-29-2010, 05:19 PM	#13
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Help with deciding! I don't like IROC rims but those look sweet on your truck. The stance is perfect IMO. I would not change a thing, except . . . maybe . . . stay away from diamond plate.

04-29-2010, 05:20 PM	#16
colin_havens Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mountain Home, AR Posts: 405	Re: Help with deciding! They look pretty good to me. They look pretty flush with the rear wheel openings though, so if you plan to lower it very much be sure you measure carefully. but maybe thats me, because I havent owned anything in the past 10+ years that I haven lowered . Looks good though!

04-29-2010, 08:04 PM	#17
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Help with deciding! What a nice first vehicle. Be sure to thank your dad profusely. You're very blessed to have such a supportive father. My first vehicle was a puke green 71 Mustang that looked like it had rolled down a hill. I had to weld up a new complete quarter panel, patch the other, weld up the rusty taillight panel and replace a front fender and the hood. Spent most of my free time (after doing my homework, of course) from 12 years old to 16 years old building it. Drove it to highschool for 2 years and then it was stolen out of my folks' driveway one night. Probably in TJ now or maybe chopped up.

04-29-2010, 08:08 PM	#18
geemcee Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Winnipeg Posts: 9	Re: Help with deciding! Personally larger size rims are not my first choice but if they are larger they gotta be 5 spoke ones just like yours! BTW My first vehicle is a 71 GMC Custom Long box, wish it was a short box! Last edited by geemcee; 04-29-2010 at 08:11 PM.

04-29-2010, 08:34 PM	#19
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Help with deciding! Welcome to the board! I'm a guy that prefers the the stock look, but your rig looks good to me if that's the look YOU are going for. If I had to really piss about anything on your rig? Lose the diamond plate, and the sticker on the back window. Other than than that, it has a nice stance which I like. Heck, a great stance can make any wheel look good... BTW, I am just South of you. I'm in the Temecula/Murrieta area. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU Last edited by vectorit; 04-29-2010 at 08:37 PM.

04-29-2010, 08:32 PM	#23
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Help with deciding! I would say yes, nice truck and how did you post those pics like that. __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

04-29-2010, 08:32 PM	#24
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Help with deciding! thats a sweet truck! I wouldnt do a thing, where are you located! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4



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