P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

VA72C10 · 06-29-2014, 10:13 PM

I thought they were the stock split rims but now guessing they aren't. Was going to order new tires tomorrow while there was a sale on the
Transforce HT tires Size: 9.5R16.5LT. But when I went out to confirm the tire size it's just a 245/75 16". Guessing the PO changed out the rims???

Can anyone identify what vehicle these rims are off of?

going to go get try better pictures of the rims but it's dark....

VA72C10 · 06-29-2014, 10:21 PM

Over 17" diameter

VA72C10 · 06-29-2014, 11:06 PM

I realize 16" tires shouldn't fit on a 16.5" rim...just being 100% sure

VA72C10 · 06-29-2014, 11:07 PM

And prefer a 16" as it's a much cheaper tire

**Stocker** · 06-29-2014, 11:39 PM

With 245/75-16s mounted, you do have 16" rims -- ignore the total outside diameter of 17" as per your 2nd pic. Many wheels have diameter & width stamped on the back side of the rim. For the record, the 9.5R16.5LTs you mentioned are virtually the same size & load capacity as most 245/75-16s.

VA72C10 · 06-29-2014, 11:42 PM

Thanks, just making sure I wasn't missing something...didn't want to have to take a wheel off to look....may tomorrow when I'm in the shop up on a lift hopefully...

Good to know it's close to the factory size. I'll go back with this size when I buy new tires. Can anyone identify what these rims came off of (just curious) Thanks

Mike C · 06-30-2014, 09:08 PM

Based on the hubcaps, look like an 80's Chevrolet 3/4 ton truck or Suburban.

viking427 · 06-30-2014, 09:28 PM

Agree, 1973-87 GM 3/4 ton and 1 ton (SRW) trucks. Getting tough to find straights ones out there anymore, guess 25+ yrs will do that.

VA72C10 · 06-30-2014, 10:36 PM

Thanks! Just glad they're 16" already so it'll be more affordable tires...I will be putting the "correct" caps on (73-75 caps with blue bowties added)

**special-K** · 07-01-2014, 08:05 AM

Yep,those are the 6 x 16s that came on GM trucks from '73 till they stopped using that type wheel in '91 on the RV models. You could easily fit the 265/75s for a slight bit of beef,or go with a more original looking profile for 16s with 235/85s. Those are the closest to the 7.50s that would be mounted on 16" wheels from factory

VA72C10 · 07-02-2014, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Yep,those are the 6 x 16s that came on GM trucks from '73 till they stopped using that type wheel in '91 on the RV models. You could easily fit the 265/75s for a slight bit of beef,or go with a more original looking profile for 16s with 235/85s. Those are the closest to the 7.50s that would be mounted on 16" wheels from factory

Thanks for the tire suggestions. I'm going to check with a local used tire place first before buying new....I've gotten almost new Michelin tires for a van we had for about 1/5th the new price. Having a few good options is helpful...I'd be happy with the stock size, what's on there now, or a "beefier" look

06-29-2014, 10:13 PM	#1
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? I thought they were the stock split rims but now guessing they aren't. Was going to order new tires tomorrow while there was a sale on the Transforce HT tires Size: 9.5R16.5LT. But when I went out to confirm the tire size it's just a 245/75 16". Guessing the PO changed out the rims??? Can anyone identify what vehicle these rims are off of? going to go get try better pictures of the rims but it's dark.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA. Last edited by VA72C10; 06-29-2014 at 11:42 PM.

06-29-2014, 10:21 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Over 17" diameter Attached Images __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

06-29-2014, 11:06 PM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? I realize 16" tires shouldn't fit on a 16.5" rim...just being 100% sure __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

06-29-2014, 11:07 PM	#4
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? And prefer a 16" as it's a much cheaper tire __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

06-29-2014, 11:39 PM	#5
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,594	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? With 245/75-16s mounted, you do have 16" rims -- ignore the total outside diameter of 17" as per your 2nd pic. Many wheels have diameter & width stamped on the back side of the rim. For the record, the 9.5R16.5LTs you mentioned are virtually the same size & load capacity as most 245/75-16s. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

06-29-2014, 11:42 PM	#6
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Thanks, just making sure I wasn't missing something...didn't want to have to take a wheel off to look....may tomorrow when I'm in the shop up on a lift hopefully... Good to know it's close to the factory size. I'll go back with this size when I buy new tires. Can anyone identify what these rims came off of (just curious) Thanks __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

06-30-2014, 09:08 PM	#7
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,715	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Based on the hubcaps, look like an 80's Chevrolet 3/4 ton truck or Suburban. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

06-30-2014, 09:28 PM	#8
viking427 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 225	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Agree, 1973-87 GM 3/4 ton and 1 ton (SRW) trucks. Getting tough to find straights ones out there anymore, guess 25+ yrs will do that.

06-30-2014, 10:36 PM	#9
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Thanks! Just glad they're 16" already so it'll be more affordable tires...I will be putting the "correct" caps on (73-75 caps with blue bowties added) __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-01-2014, 08:05 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: P245/75 R16 on my C20 3/4 ton 2wd- what rims? Yep,those are the 6 x 16s that came on GM trucks from '73 till they stopped using that type wheel in '91 on the RV models. You could easily fit the 265/75s for a slight bit of beef,or go with a more original looking profile for 16s with 235/85s. Those are the closest to the 7.50s that would be mounted on 16" wheels from factory __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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