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m6z · 06-07-2011, 09:22 AM

I'm needing a pair of 15x6 or 15x7 5 lug steel wheels with less then 4" of backspacing. Is there any stock wheels out there like this? Anything aftermarket? I'm needing the factory style wheels with the bumps for the dog dish hubcap attachment.

All the wheels I've come across have 4" backspacing. 3 1/2" or 3 5/8" backspacing would be ideal.

Thanks,

Grimpala · 06-07-2011, 09:52 AM

Take a look at these guys.

http://www.earlywheel.com/

m6z · 06-07-2011, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Grimpala

Take a look at these guys.

http://www.earlywheel.com/

Look like the 15x6's would work. Any others out there? Stock or aftermarket.

**NC67Chev** · 06-07-2011, 09:08 PM

I might be wrong, but I would think stock 15 x 6 wheels off of a '71 or '72 1/2 ton would be exactly what you're looking for.

**NC67Chev** · 06-07-2011, 09:14 PM

Like these maybe:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=steel+wheels

ChevLoRay · 06-07-2011, 09:15 PM

Any GM full-size car (Buick, Olds, Cadillac and Pontiac) up to '77, should have a wheel you could use. Chevrolet full-size in '71 and up, also used 15's. Any of the GM trucks (1/2-ton) from '71-87 should also have wheels that you can use.

m6z · 06-07-2011, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NC67Chev

I might be wrong, but I would think stock 15 x 6 wheels off of a '71 or '72 1/2 ton would be exactly what you're looking for.

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Originally Posted by ChevLoRay

Any GM full-size car (Buick, Olds, Cadillac and Pontiac) up to '77, should have a wheel you could use. Chevrolet full-size in '71 and up, also used 15's. Any of the GM trucks (1/2-ton) from '71-87 should also have wheels that you can use.

I'll verify tomorrow, but I had a pair of stock 5 lug wheels on the front of my truck didn't clear my control arms. 15x6 I thought and they had 4" of backspacing. I'm running into the backspacing issue because of tubular control arms and a 3" drop spindle. That's the reason for needing around 3 1/2". Right now I've got a 15X7 rally bolted up and it clears, but its close. The rally (15X7) has 3 5/8" backspacing.

m6z · 06-09-2011, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by m6z

I'll verify tomorrow, but I had a pair of stock 5 lug wheels on the front of my truck didn't clear my control arms. 15x6 I thought and they had 4" of backspacing. I'm running into the backspacing issue because of tubular control arms and a 3" drop spindle. That's the reason for needing around 3 1/2". Right now I've got a 15X7 rally bolted up and it clears, but its close. The rally (15X7) has 3 5/8" backspacing.

Rechecked the wheels I have and they have 4" b.s. Looks to be 6 or 6 1/2" wide rim.

m6z · 06-12-2011, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by m6z

Rechecked the wheels I have and they have 4" b.s. Looks to be 6 or 6 1/2" wide rim.

Anyone? Where can I find a 15X6 or 15X7 with less then 4" of backspacing?

ChevLoRay · 06-12-2011, 10:23 PM

I have a pair of aluminum split-six wheels that are 7 inches wide and have a 3.5 inch backspace. I had to run them on the front of my '96, because the backside of the lower control arms would come into contact with the rims of anything with more backspace, like the 15x8's that were on it when it was lowered. I feel your pain, but I can't answer your question.

Look at www.wheelvintiques.com and see what you can find. I went with this wheel in a 16x7 to avoid the issue I mentioned above, on my '96. They are silver powder coat when you get 'em, but I didn't leave 'em that way.

**Boog** · 06-13-2011, 09:06 AM

Doug it sounds like your stock steel wheels are the 88 up models which do have more backspace. You would need truck wheels for the 87 and down and measure one of them. I think the 6" rims are in the 3 to 3 1/2" bspace range. Some guys also use aftermarket spacers behind their wheels to get an additional 1/4" or so clearance.

m6z · 06-13-2011, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Boog

Doug it sounds like your stock steel wheels are the 88 up models which do have more backspace. You would need truck wheels for the 87 and down and measure one of them. I think the 6" rims are in the 3 to 3 1/2" bspace range. Some guys also use aftermarket spacers behind their wheels to get an additional 1/4" or so clearance.

Could be. Didn't think of that. The wheels were on the rolling chassis I bought. Really didn't have a clue what year they are from.

Thanks,

06-07-2011, 09:22 AM	#1
m6z Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 2,466	steel wheel help I'm needing a pair of 15x6 or 15x7 5 lug steel wheels with less then 4" of backspacing. Is there any stock wheels out there like this? Anything aftermarket? I'm needing the factory style wheels with the bumps for the dog dish hubcap attachment. All the wheels I've come across have 4" backspacing. 3 1/2" or 3 5/8" backspacing would be ideal. Thanks, __________________ Doug Looking for a 67-72 short bed driver..... Last edited by m6z; 06-07-2011 at 11:21 PM.

06-07-2011, 09:52 AM	#2
Grimpala Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 84	Re: steel wheel help Take a look at these guys. http://www.earlywheel.com/

06-07-2011, 09:08 PM	#4
NC67Chev Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 698	Re: steel wheel help I might be wrong, but I would think stock 15 x 6 wheels off of a '71 or '72 1/2 ton would be exactly what you're looking for. __________________ 1967 Chevy C-10, 250 L6, Powerglide, 3.73, SWB, Fleetside Upgrades: Power steering, Offset air cleaner, Rear Sport bumper, 3 point safety belts, HEI, -1/-2 springs, 16x5 wheels, McGaughy's disc brake conversion, Sway bar

06-07-2011, 09:14 PM	#5
NC67Chev Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 698	Re: steel wheel help Like these maybe: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=steel+wheels __________________ 1967 Chevy C-10, 250 L6, Powerglide, 3.73, SWB, Fleetside Upgrades: Power steering, Offset air cleaner, Rear Sport bumper, 3 point safety belts, HEI, -1/-2 springs, 16x5 wheels, McGaughy's disc brake conversion, Sway bar

06-07-2011, 09:15 PM	#6
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: steel wheel help Any GM full-size car (Buick, Olds, Cadillac and Pontiac) up to '77, should have a wheel you could use. Chevrolet full-size in '71 and up, also used 15's. Any of the GM trucks (1/2-ton) from '71-87 should also have wheels that you can use. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-12-2011, 10:23 PM	#10
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: steel wheel help I have a pair of aluminum split-six wheels that are 7 inches wide and have a 3.5 inch backspace. I had to run them on the front of my '96, because the backside of the lower control arms would come into contact with the rims of anything with more backspace, like the 15x8's that were on it when it was lowered. I feel your pain, but I can't answer your question. Look at www.wheelvintiques.com and see what you can find. I went with this wheel in a 16x7 to avoid the issue I mentioned above, on my '96. They are silver powder coat when you get 'em, but I didn't leave 'em that way. Attached Images __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was. Last edited by ChevLoRay; 06-12-2011 at 10:26 PM.

06-13-2011, 09:06 AM	#11
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: steel wheel help Doug it sounds like your stock steel wheels are the 88 up models which do have more backspace. You would need truck wheels for the 87 and down and measure one of them. I think the 6" rims are in the 3 to 3 1/2" bspace range. Some guys also use aftermarket spacers behind their wheels to get an additional 1/4" or so clearance. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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