AR 6 Lug Torque Thrust II's ??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gangforward · 04-25-2005, 11:34 PM

Anyone got a set of these on our trucks? Come in Six lug....

81bowtie · 04-26-2005, 12:11 AM

http://classictrucks.com/tech/0505cl_disc/

Here is a real nice pic of them on a 67.

69 Short Fleet · 04-26-2005, 01:12 AM

I didn't notice it before but the 6 bolt have 6 spokes vs the 5 bolt having 5 spoke, those are beauti rims... a little too much $ for me right now though.

RonRdRcr · 04-26-2005, 02:37 AM

They're actually called the Torque Thrust VI. Classic Trucks magazine just put a set on their project 67. They look really good IMO.

Ron

gangforward · 04-26-2005, 02:57 AM

Oh man! Thanks guys for the link - Can't wait to see them on my own truck.

gangforward · 04-26-2005, 03:11 AM

ANy guesses on the back spacing on these rims?

I'm guessing 5" on fronts,

4.5" on the rears....

????

gangforward · 04-26-2005, 10:36 AM

Here's a pic from classic - same year as my truck.

gangforward · 04-26-2005, 10:36 AM

close up of wheel

Putter · 04-26-2005, 11:43 AM

Dammit.....those are growing on me. Plus it will save me money if I don't have to revert back to a 5-lug setup. Pretty sweet.

GANGFORWARD....which JACKSON are you in?

Lemield · 04-26-2005, 12:01 PM

I love the looks of those wheels. I have the 5 lug version on my CST. I wish they would make them in an 8 lug....I'd put em on my C-20 Custom Camper.

Putter · 04-26-2005, 12:04 PM

Get you some adapters to go from 8-lug down to 6 or 5 lug....

Lemield · 04-26-2005, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Putter

Get you some adapters to go from 8-lug down to 6 or 5 lug....

Hey Putter....

I guess I could do that but I actually haul a BIG camper on the truck so I don't think it would be too safe.

I got 1969 Mitchell 10.5 ft camper with the truck. It's in real nice condition and the roof does not leak!!! Amazing.

JalopyToGo · 04-26-2005, 12:40 PM

Here's a five lug, I'm working on.

gangforward · 04-26-2005, 08:43 PM

Jackson = Wyoming

Went to order the wheels at Les Schwab's....

SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS! ARGH! We still have snow here - July 1st? Seesh.

Any ideas where I might find a set faster? Or suggestions where to get them?

Gotta Find Some TQVI's!

Found another pic...

muddyole 69 · 04-27-2005, 12:26 AM

F Monroe had a set for sale awhile back check with him

Mike

Putter · 04-27-2005, 09:00 AM

Dang it....my wife's father just took a mini-vacation (site-seeing) trip to Wyoming on Monday. I could have shipped you a set via him from the American Racing distributor I use outside of New Orleans. They have them in stock.
Why 6-8 weeks??? That is insane. I can have a set at my door in 2-3 DAYS if I use the FedEx man....or the same day if I make the 3 hour trip to New Orleans!!!

Lemield · 04-27-2005, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gangforward

Jackson = Wyoming

Went to order the wheels at Les Schwab's....

SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS! ARGH! We still have snow here - July 1st? Seesh.

Any ideas where I might find a set faster? Or suggestions where to get them?

Gotta Find Some TQVI's!

Found another pic...

I bought mine from Discount Tire in Colorado. Took about 5 days to arrive and price was reasonable.

gangforward · 04-27-2005, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Putter

Why 6-8 weeks??? That is insane. I can have a set at my door in 2-3 DAYS if I use the FedEx man....or the same day if I make the 3 hour trip to New Orleans!!!

ANy way I can contact them and have them shipped here via Fed EX?

gangforward · 04-27-2005, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by muddyole 69

F Monroe had a set for sale awhile back check with him

Mike

Sent message to him, thanks for the tip.

f.monroe · 04-27-2005, 05:05 PM

Muddyole 69 , Thanks for remembering me . I sold the set of wheels on Ebay a couple weeks back now . I hope you find the wheels you are looking for .Frank

jetfixr · 04-27-2005, 07:43 PM

Those are sweet looking rims. I have been toying with the idea of getting a set. Every place I call says they are only available in 17 in. diameter, and they are a special order item so it will take 4 weeks to get. I have been quoted around $300 a peice. There is several different options for backspacing, but I am not sure if I want to go with 17's and I want to be dead certain on the backspacing before i order, that would be a pricey screw up. For the entire 5 lug conversion through ECE you are looking at about $1200 for the drop-spindle/discs up front plus the 5 lug axles for the back.

gangforward · 04-27-2005, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jetfixr

.... Every place I call says they are only available in 17 in. diameter, and they are a special order item so it will take 4 weeks to get. I have been quoted around $300 a peice. There is several different options for backspacing, but I am not sure if I want to go with 17's and I want to be dead certain on the backspacing before i order, that would be a pricey screw up. For the entire 5 lug conversion through ECE you are looking at about $1200 for the drop-spindle/discs up front plus the 5 lug axles for the back.

I've run into the same bottleneck, and after calling American Racing was told the wheels will not fit the center hub and shouldn't be used on our trucks. I've got a call in Classic Trucks Magazine to try and find out what they did, if they had to clearance the rim, etc. etc. So far they have not gotten back to me. Love the wheel too, right now it's feeling complicated.

Putter · 04-28-2005, 09:20 AM

Someone mentioned that they only come in 17"...that is right...17"X7", 8", or 9.5"....

BUT....
The 604 series Torq-Thrust ST (in chrome) comes in 18"x8.5" or 20"x8.5" and look almost the same....just not quite as round on the spokes.

Here is a picture.....

gangforward · 04-28-2005, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Putter

Someone mentioned that they only come in 17"...that is right...17"X7", 8", or 9.5"....

BUT....
The 604 series Torq-Thrust ST (in chrome) comes in 18"x8.5" or 20"x8.5" and look almost the same....just not quite as round on the spokes......

Puter - any chance of getting ahole of the american racing distributor you mentioned in New Orleans to order a set of these? Still looking for someone that has some. TIA!

Putter · 04-28-2005, 10:12 AM

What size do you want? I will call them right now....
I will also verify the hub-ring size (center bore) adn if we can run them on our trucks.

04-25-2005, 11:34 PM	#1
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	AR 6 Lug Torque Thrust II's ??? Anyone got a set of these on our trucks? Come in Six lug.... Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-26-2005, 02:37 AM	#4
RonRdRcr Are we there yet? Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lakeland, FL Posts: 205	They're actually called the Torque Thrust VI. Classic Trucks magazine just put a set on their project 67. They look really good IMO. Ron __________________ 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD 4X4 4-door with a Duramax Diesel. Leather front and back. 2003 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec-V, 2.5L, 6-speed 2006 Kawasaki Z1000, Corbin seat, CRG barend mirrors, Clear alternatives integrated taillight, Pazzo racing levers. 1992 Suzuki Bandit 400,Sold. If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a vet.

04-26-2005, 02:57 AM	#5
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	Oh man! Thanks guys for the link - Can't wait to see them on my own truck. __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-26-2005, 03:11 AM	#6
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	ANy guesses on the back spacing on these rims? I'm guessing 5" on fronts, 4.5" on the rears.... ???? __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-26-2005, 10:36 AM	#7
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	Here's a pic from classic - same year as my truck. Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-26-2005, 12:11 AM	#2
81bowtie Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ennis, TX Posts: 18	http://classictrucks.com/tech/0505cl_disc/ Here is a real nice pic of them on a 67.

04-26-2005, 01:12 AM	#3
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	I didn't notice it before but the 6 bolt have 6 spokes vs the 5 bolt having 5 spoke, those are beauti rims... a little too much $ for me right now though.

04-26-2005, 10:36 AM	#8
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	close up of wheel Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-26-2005, 11:43 AM	#9
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Dammit.....those are growing on me. Plus it will save me money if I don't have to revert back to a 5-lug setup. Pretty sweet. GANGFORWARD....which JACKSON are you in? __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

04-26-2005, 12:01 PM	#10
Lemield Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arvada Colorado Posts: 1,321	I love the looks of those wheels. I have the 5 lug version on my CST. I wish they would make them in an 8 lug....I'd put em on my C-20 Custom Camper. __________________ Larry 1949 Willys CJ2A, Kubota Turbo Diesel engine, Warn Overdrive, 11 inch brakes, 12volt, Warn M8000 Winch "Little Green" 1970 Rustoleum Roller Red C20 Custom Camper 454 TH400 "Big Red" 1971 K20 6.2 Turbo Diesel 4x4 4spd Ranger Overdrive "Pumpkin Wagon" 2005 VW Beetle Diesel 44+ MPG "Silver Bullet"

04-26-2005, 12:04 PM	#11
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Get you some adapters to go from 8-lug down to 6 or 5 lug.... __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

04-26-2005, 12:40 PM	#13
JalopyToGo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Parker, Tx Posts: 61	Here's a five lug, I'm working on. Attached Images __________________ 69 LWB 70 SWB 01 Superduty Diesel 4X4 4door 06 Caddy CTS

04-26-2005, 08:43 PM	#14
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	Jackson = Wyoming Went to order the wheels at Les Schwab's.... SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS! ARGH! We still have snow here - July 1st? Seesh. Any ideas where I might find a set faster? Or suggestions where to get them? Gotta Find Some TQVI's! Found another pic... Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

04-27-2005, 12:26 AM	#15
muddyole 69 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: SE Ohio Posts: 1,121	tt 6 F Monroe had a set for sale awhile back check with him Mike __________________ hav'n fun be'n me

04-27-2005, 09:00 AM	#16
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Dang it....my wife's father just took a mini-vacation (site-seeing) trip to Wyoming on Monday. I could have shipped you a set via him from the American Racing distributor I use outside of New Orleans. They have them in stock. Why 6-8 weeks??? That is insane. I can have a set at my door in 2-3 DAYS if I use the FedEx man....or the same day if I make the 3 hour trip to New Orleans!!! __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**



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04-27-2005, 05:05 PM	#20
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Muddyole 69 , Thanks for remembering me . I sold the set of wheels on Ebay a couple weeks back now . I hope you find the wheels you are looking for .Frank

04-27-2005, 07:43 PM	#21
jetfixr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Central CA Posts: 86	Those are sweet looking rims. I have been toying with the idea of getting a set. Every place I call says they are only available in 17 in. diameter, and they are a special order item so it will take 4 weeks to get. I have been quoted around $300 a peice. There is several different options for backspacing, but I am not sure if I want to go with 17's and I want to be dead certain on the backspacing before i order, that would be a pricey screw up. For the entire 5 lug conversion through ECE you are looking at about $1200 for the drop-spindle/discs up front plus the 5 lug axles for the back.

04-28-2005, 09:20 AM	#23
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Someone mentioned that they only come in 17"...that is right...17"X7", 8", or 9.5".... BUT.... The 604 series Torq-Thrust ST (in chrome) comes in 18"x8.5" or 20"x8.5" and look almost the same....just not quite as round on the spokes. Here is a picture..... Attached Images __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket** Last edited by Putter; 04-28-2005 at 09:21 AM.

04-28-2005, 10:12 AM	#25
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	What size do you want? I will call them right now.... I will also verify the hub-ring size (center bore) adn if we can run them on our trucks. __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket** Last edited by Putter; 04-28-2005 at 10:12 AM.

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