Who makes these wheels, and will they fit?

[KMK454]

Took this picture at a car show but couldn't find the owner... they look like 19s, some sort of Torq Thrust Rim. Is it American Racing Equipment, or someone else? I know a lot of people make these... this exact combo would look great, I think.

What sizes would fit on a 73-87? How about a lowered/bagged 73-87? Would 19x8 or 19x9 all around be too big?

Here's the pic:


Edit:

Think I got it...

Chrome centers:
http://www.newstalgiawheel.com/wheel...ubcat3=1011125

Black centers:
http://www.newstalgiawheel.com/wheel...ubcat3=1011126

[f.monroe]

Those look like American Racing TT2's to me . Classic87 just put a set of 20's on the white truck that look nice . You might pm him and ask about any issues . Frank

[Rc 415]

Definitely not the wheels you posted a link to, but they do look look tt2's to me

[killthewabbit]

Unless I'm mistaken, the Torq-thrust Ms are intended for newer vehicles that need more positive offset, like newer Mustangs and Camaros.

KMK, I agree with Rc 415 - I think they're American Racing Torq-Thrust IIs. You can view them here. You can view them on a truck similar to ours by going here and clicking on the "wheel visualizer" app. Once in, pick "Chevrolet - Truck/SUV" as your make and "Silver 1500 SWB Reg. Cab 4x2 80-87" as your model and "American Racing" as your wheel brand and pick the Tor-Thrust IIs to the right as the individual wheel. You can then pick wheel/tire sizes and the color of the truck and the stance. Here's what I came up with for a black one like yours with a couple inches of lowering it.

[smashingchuck]

as far as sizes go almost anything will fit - but 20s seem to be the popular choice and they fill up the wheel well quite nicely.

[N2TRUX]

If you like those, you might want to consider the Coy's version of them. They are available in chrome....

[killthewabbit]

Ken, what size are those wheels and tires? Those look great.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by killthewabbit

Ken, what size are those wheels and tires? Those look great.

That pic came from this post-Link
Front 20X8 4.5 inch bs Toyo 255/40/20
Rear 20X9.5 Wheel is 5.5 inch bs with 1.25 inch spacer
net bs is 4.25 Toyo 295/40/20

[killthewabbit]

Sweet! Thanks for the reply. Sorry to threadjack.

[boatpuller]

hey kmk,go with those chrome coys that ken's showin.you can't hardly tell them from the ones you like,and the chrome is a joy to own compared to polished.are you thinkin about lowering the back truck?......i thought from reading some of your previous posts that would never happen.

[2500HD]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

That pic came from this post-Link
Front 20X8 4.5 inch bs Toyo 255/40/20
Rear 20X9.5 Wheel is 5.5 inch bs with 1.25 inch spacer
net bs is 4.25 Toyo 295/40/20

N2TRUX is correct but he posted the size and backspace of my old wheels.

The Coys are
Front 20x8.5 5.25 backspace 255/40/20
Rear 20x10 5" backspace 295/40/20
I will not need a spacer with this combination.


I am faily sure for the 73-87 years the rear backspace should be 5.5"

[C&C Chevy]

17's on stock height.

[CLASSIC87']

I personally like the TTII's better... yes they are more expensive and I hear people say "everyone has TTII's"-- but there is a reason for that. IMO the Coys' rim is too smooth-- nothing to break up the wheel. As you see on the TTII's the wheel is stepped to the center... and if you order anything 18" and above you can get the backspacing that you desire. I believe that the Coys do not give you that option... and if you do decide to "bag" your ride in the future- I think you will face problems on the front with the standard offset of the Coys. Again... JMO.

Anthony

[killthewabbit]

Thanks, 2500HD

Originally Posted by 2500HD

N2TRUX is correct but he posted the size and backspace of my old wheels.

The Coys are
Front 20x8.5 5.25 backspace 255/40/20
Rear 20x10 5" backspace 295/40/20
I will not need a spacer with this combination.


I am faily sure for the 73-87 years the rear backspace should be 5.5"

[2500HD]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

I personally like the TTII's better... yes they are more expensive and I hear people say "everyone has TTII's"-- but there is a reason for that. IMO the Coys' rim is too smooth-- nothing to break up the wheel. As you see on the TTII's the wheel is stepped to the center... and if you order anything 18" and above you can get the backspacing that you desire. I believe that the Coys do not give you that option... and if you do decide to "bag" your ride in the future- I think you will face problems on the front with the standard offset of the Coys. Again... JMO.

Anthony

I like the TTIIs also and considered them --- I just like the soft lip better. I really did not know they were more expensive and really that was not a concern. I am already in so deep another 500 or 600 would not have made much difference.

The 5.25" backspace should not be a problem with a bagged truck.

Your truck sits real nice -- what backspace are you running?

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

.... I believe that the Coys do not give you that option... and if you do decide to "bag" your ride in the future- I think you will face problems on the front with the standard offset of the Coys. ...

It doesn't appear to be a problem...

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by 2500HD

N2TRUX is correct but he posted the size and backspace of my old wheels.
....."

Sorry about that. I was cuttin and pastin on the fly....

[Dinos63]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Sorry about that. I was cuttin and pastin on the fly....

Man you beat me to it n2trux, , the coys are a killer wheel and very nice people to deal with ,hey nice truck

[KMK454]

Originally Posted by boatpuller

hey kmk,go with those chrome coys that ken's showin.you can't hardly tell them from the ones you like,and the chrome is a joy to own compared to polished.are you thinkin about lowering the back truck?......i thought from reading some of your previous posts that would never happen.

Yeah, I thought it would never happen either... but now I'm thinking of 20x8 TTIIs or those Coys that Ken posted... and then a drop, probably on bags if I can afford it... and then remove the big mirrors and put the sport mirrors and a sport bumper on and call it a day.

And I'd keep all the original parts so I could put it back to stock in a weekend... only concern would be cutting/filling on the door for the sport mirrors and also paying for it all

[CLASSIC87']

Oh damn.... I like the white one above

Thanks Ken... I stand/sit corrected- I wish I had all you guys back in highschool when I said something incorrectly (I could gaduated with A's)!lol

Thanks,
Anthony

[72BlckButy]

Eagle Wheels also make a variation of the TT2 with a cheaper price tag. A lot of people around town run these as well.

[N2TRUX]

It's really just a matter of preference. The TT II's are a classic look and while they have seen a lot of use, I don't think they will ever go out of style.

The Coy's are just one of many variations of the TT II's, but I think they did a great job of smoothing them out with the small center cap, and refined spoke. They also are available in chrome for a very moderate price.

Eagle make a copy of the TTII's as well, and they look great when they are new. The only problem is keeping them looking new. They don't use the same quality of casting as others and it shows in the long run. Because they are more porous they tend do dull quicker than other wheels.

Kurt, not trying to jack your thread with all the wheel talk. If you want an opinion, you may consider the wheels and a static drop for now. Keep in mind if you go this way, nothing will be wasted if you decide to bag it later. The only thing that might change is the height of tires you choose.

You know we all love your truck like it is, but support your choice to personalize it too....

[2500HD]

I totally agree about the Eagle copies. I actually had them on the truck in my avatar for a short time. They looked great when new and looked really bad in a few short months. Added to that they did not make the correct backspace for my truck and I had to use a spacer.

I should have bought the Coys to begin with.

[CLASSIC87']

Originally Posted by 2500HD

I like the TTIIs also and considered them --- I just like the soft lip better. I really did not know they were more expensive and really that was not a concern. I am already in so deep another 500 or 600 would not have made much difference.

The 5.25" backspace should not be a problem with a bagged truck.

Your truck sits real nice -- what backspace are you running?

Thanks for the comment...
Front:
20x8 with 5" B/S
Rear:
20x10 with 5.25" B/S plus a 1/4" spacer

Anthony

[boatpuller]

Originally Posted by KMK454

Yeah, I thought it would never happen either... but now I'm thinking of 20x8 TTIIs or those Coys that Ken posted... and then a drop, probably on bags if I can afford it... and then remove the big mirrors and put the sport mirrors and a sport bumper on and call it a day.

And I'd keep all the original parts so I could put it back to stock in a weekend... only concern would be cutting/filling on the door for the sport mirrors and also paying for it all

your truck will look awesome lowered.......it looks awesome now.but,i personally think it will be better yet.although a cool stocker is always cool.
guess what i'm trying to say it will look good no matter what you do.