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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Wheels & Tires => Topic started by: TxFiddler on April 24, 2011, 09:43:09 pm

Title: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: TxFiddler on April 24, 2011, 09:43:09 pm

Since I have the Wilwood D52's, the stock wheels rub on the caliper.  What do y'all think of these......
(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/truckwheels.jpg)
Gonna run 17x9.5's all the way around with 275/50-17's. 
As always, need any input and opinions.  My truck is not lowered, but will sit a little lower once the 427 goes in.  Gonna remove the overload spring in the back also.
Thanks in advance,
Fidd

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: VileZambonie on April 24, 2011, 11:23:21 pm

Those are the same wheels as on my stepside. They're nice just don't ever try to clean them with any harsh chemicals.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: bake74 on April 25, 2011, 12:41:58 am

     Their shiny, looks easy enough to keep them clean.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: jaredts on April 25, 2011, 09:13:37 am

You have great taste if you ask me!  I love 'em.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: TxFiddler on April 25, 2011, 09:32:42 am

With the size of the wheel being 17x9.5, the backspacing is 5.5 in.  Am I gonna have any fitment or rubbing issues?
Fidd

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: TxFiddler on April 25, 2011, 03:09:48 pm

Quote from: VileZambonie on April 24, 2011, 11:23:21 pm

Those are the same wheels as on my stepside. They're nice just don't ever try to clean them with any harsh chemicals.

Thanks Vile.  Are yours 17x9.5's?  You think I will have any firment issues with 5.5 backspace?

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: 78 Chevyrado on April 25, 2011, 08:29:15 pm

That's one of those wheels, You really can't go wrong with that style on just about any vehicle IMO.  It's a classic.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: jdhall144 on April 27, 2011, 04:06:50 pm

Very sharp wheels...Should look killer

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: big bear on April 27, 2011, 09:13:13 pm

i agree...its a classic wheel.  look really nice.

Title: Well, I got em and love em!
Post by: TxFiddler on May 13, 2011, 10:44:03 pm

(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/IMG-20110511-00062.jpg)
(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/IMG-20110513-00068.jpg)
(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/IMG-20110513-00069-1.jpg)
(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/IMG-20110513-00071.jpg)
What do ya think?  17x9.5 with 275/50 17 all around.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: 1980c10 on May 13, 2011, 11:04:32 pm

The wheels look great. The truck will look even better if you lower it just a little. Very nice project.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: 69byrd on May 14, 2011, 08:47:55 am

Great choice on the wheel. They look good on the truck.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: big bear on May 14, 2011, 09:13:10 am

perfect choice man!!

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: PastorKen on May 16, 2011, 06:12:21 pm

I really like those wheels!  What is the Model name of those... my quick look at American Racing Wheels didn't result in a match... I like to get those on my ' 86 stepside shortbox.

nice choice- Truck looks great!

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: TxFiddler on May 21, 2011, 10:54:41 am

PastorKen,
They are American Racing Torq Thrust II's.  515 series.  They are a one piece wheel.  Should look great on yours as well.

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: TxFiddler on May 28, 2011, 12:13:46 am

Quote from: 1980c10 on May 13, 2011, 11:04:32 pm

The wheels look great. The truck will look even better if you lower it just a little. Very nice project.

Ok, so I installed 2.5 i n drop spindles today.  I like it much better now.
(http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb447/TxFidd1er/IMG-20110527-00091.jpg)

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: big bear on May 28, 2011, 07:15:23 am

awesome!!!!

Title: Re: Here's What I'm Thinkin
Post by: PastorKen on May 28, 2011, 04:12:08 pm

Thanks, Tx!  Those wheels are gnarly!  PK