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MalibuVLX · 03-08-2010, 07:51 PM

Keith,
Thanks for your help on this. I spoke with a guy that distributes the American Eagle stuff today out of Ohio. He was pretty much a tool and advised me to put a spacer on it and the others are going to be available in a month or so. So bottom line, S.O.L.
The cap is not an issue right now, the actual rotor flange bottoms out where the center hooks in. I am off about 1/2 in. I have a set of spacers, but was trying to avoid it.
I read this entire post and looked for part numbers. Sorry if I missed it. If you come across the mfg or where you bought them, that would be a big help as well. I got these new 1 in rotors from a local CarQuest from a guy that actuallly knows cars/trucks w/out having to have the VIN to look up a part.

**lolife99** · 03-08-2010, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by MalibuVLX

Keith,
Thanks for your help on this. I spoke with a guy that distributes the American Eagle stuff today out of Ohio. He was pretty much a tool and advised me to put a spacer on it and the others are going to be available in a month or so. So bottom line, S.O.L.
The cap is not an issue right now, the actual rotor flange bottoms out where the center hooks in. I am off about 1/2 in. I have a set of spacers, but was trying to avoid it.
I read this entire post and looked for part numbers. Sorry if I missed it. If you come across the mfg or where you bought them, that would be a big help as well. I got these new 1 in rotors from a local CarQuest from a guy that actuallly knows cars/trucks w/out having to have the VIN to look up a part.

Just adding the 1" rotors won't work. (My SSBC rotors or any other 1" rotors)
You have to change spindles and calipers.
No way around it.
If your wheels are about 1/2" from seating on the rotor flange,... you have the 1.25" rotors.

If you plan to lower it, just purchase the drop spindles for 1" rotors.
I recommend Belltech. (they make both versions)
Then,... just swap your calipers for some 1" calipers from your local parts store.

zammer · 03-08-2010, 09:07 PM

I got my 1" rotors from NAPA... Of course that is NAPA in Canada, so it may be different in the US..

Kris

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zammer · 03-08-2010, 09:08 PM

A better angle..

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TyKby2 · 03-09-2010, 12:33 PM

What kind of link system is that I have never seen one set up like that.

**lolife99** · 03-09-2010, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by TyKby2

What kind of link system is that I have never seen one set up like that.

Looks like the rear suspension from RideTech.

TyKby2 · 03-09-2010, 01:33 PM

thats cool i just haven't seen that set up before, i've always seen 4 links with air bags. is that a bolt on kit for that model of truck.

zammer · 03-09-2010, 04:04 PM

Yeah its a "Cool Ride" front and rear full kit from Ride Tech ( ART ) for the 62 or 63 > 72 2wd trucks and blazers
It is a bolt on suspension that includes lots of grinding stock rivets off of the old components... Not too big of a deal as I have been grinding just as many bolts off the frame as rivets.. I can't wait to try it out... Check out ride tech's website as they have more detailed pics and prices..
KRis

TyKby2 · 03-09-2010, 04:22 PM

do they have square body stuff

zammer · 03-09-2010, 04:51 PM

Yes they do... check out this write-up on them..

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=344982

ALso, yo may be able to do a trailing arm suspension like the kit I have on your square if you want to get rid of the leaf springs..

CCP makes a trailing arm kit for squares now I see, check them out too..

Kris

TyKby2 · 03-09-2010, 11:16 PM

Thanks, I'll have to go check it out. Anymore info on the wheels, oh, what happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore.

brossow · 03-09-2010, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TyKby2

Thanks, I'll have to go check it out. Anymore info on the wheels, oh, what happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore.

That's a damn good question. Maybe it's been temporarily removed while they re-tool. Looks like someone's gonna have to make another call. I'm gonna

if I waited all these months just for them to pull the plug on the size I need.

RED67 · 03-11-2010, 01:04 PM

any word if they modified these wheels....I remember reading something about Thursday....

jam-bo383 · 03-11-2010, 01:58 PM

Question: I've got these wheels (18x8) for my 78 Blazer that already has drop spindles for 1.25" rotors. Would best bet be to have my rotors machined? I don't mind having it done since I have friends who run a machine shop. I just want to know if that is just as good an option (& def. cheaper) than having to purchase new spindles, rotors, etc.

**lolife99** · 03-11-2010, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jam-bo383

Question: I've got these wheels (18x8) for my 78 Blazer that already has drop spindles for 1.25" rotors. Would best bet be to have my rotors machined? I don't mind having it done since I have friends who run a machine shop. I just want to know if that is just as good an option (& def. cheaper) than having to purchase new spindles, rotors, etc.

Even with machining the diameter of the hub,... the length of the hub on the 1.25" rotors is still too long.
Look at the pics I posted, showing the difference in the two rotors.
The 1" rotors just barely work, and then you still have to clip the tabs on the center caps to clear the rotor dust cap.
Everyone needs to wait on purchasing these wheels until the new wheel design comes out,... or plan on swapping to 1" rotors.

*mrhino* · 03-11-2010, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jam-bo383

Question: I've got these wheels (18x8) for my 78 Blazer that already has drop spindles for 1.25" rotors. Would best bet be to have my rotors machined? I don't mind having it done since I have friends who run a machine shop. I just want to know if that is just as good an option (& def. cheaper) than having to purchase new spindles, rotors, etc.

well, I didnt wont to wait for god knows how long for a set of wheels, That may or may not be revised. so I spent $50 and had my 1.25 rotors machined down, I did have to flatten the grease cap and cut the tabs of the chrome cap. It can be done. $588 for wheels, $50 machine work, having cool wheels on my truck today! priceless

jam-bo383 · 03-11-2010, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhino

well, I didnt wont to wait for god knows how long for a set of wheels, That may or may not be revised. so I spent $50 and had my 1.25 rotors machined down, I did have to flatten the grease cap and cut the tabs of the chrome cap. It can be done. $588 for wheels, $50 machine work, having cool wheels on my truck today! priceless

No mods to my spindles are necessary? I don't want to spend a ton o' cash & have to un-do what I've already done! BTW, thanks, in advance, for you guys' help! Very new to this forum & there's tons of info here.

Nevermind, mrhino, I just saw your older post stating that you had to take a little length off the spindle. I'm assuming that you re drilled the hole for the cotter pin? Approx. how much did you remove of the top?

big mike71 · 03-11-2010, 04:48 PM

Is $588.00 for all four wheels?

*mrhino* · 03-11-2010, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jam-bo383

No mods to my spindles are necessary? I don't want to spend a ton o' cash & have to un-do what I've already done! BTW, thanks, in advance, for you guys' help! Very new to this forum & there's tons of info here.

Nevermind, mrhino, I just saw your older post stating that you had to take a little length off the spindle. I'm assuming that you re drilled the hole for the cotter pin? Approx. how much did you remove of the top?

no I used the same hole, I just took off maybe 3/16 of a inch

*mrhino* · 03-11-2010, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by big mike71

Is $588.00 for all four wheels?

yep! including shipping Ebay its a wonderful thing

6D8_C10 · 03-11-2010, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhino

yep! including shipping Ebay its a wonderful thing

What are your wheels, 18s or 20s?
What about tire size?

TyKby2 · 03-11-2010, 08:12 PM

What happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore?

brossow · 03-11-2010, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by TyKby2

What happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore?

Call 'em and ask. That's what any of us would have to do. I haven't had time yet.

TyKby2 · 03-11-2010, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by brossow

Call 'em and ask. That's what any of us would have to do. I haven't had time yet.

I don't want this size, but I was just wondering for the guys that do.

fast 95 · 03-12-2010, 09:06 AM

Just so you guys know, the 18x9.5's have a deeper lip than the 20x10's. My cousin bought a set for his S10 and we compared them. Just some food for thought for the guys that are looking for that real deep wheel in the rear.

03-08-2010, 07:51 PM	#601
MalibuVLX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mechanicsville, Va Posts: 71	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Keith, Thanks for your help on this. I spoke with a guy that distributes the American Eagle stuff today out of Ohio. He was pretty much a tool and advised me to put a spacer on it and the others are going to be available in a month or so. So bottom line, S.O.L. The cap is not an issue right now, the actual rotor flange bottoms out where the center hooks in. I am off about 1/2 in. I have a set of spacers, but was trying to avoid it. I read this entire post and looked for part numbers. Sorry if I missed it. If you come across the mfg or where you bought them, that would be a big help as well. I got these new 1 in rotors from a local CarQuest from a guy that actuallly knows cars/trucks w/out having to have the VIN to look up a part.

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zammer Addicted user Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 369	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 I got my 1" rotors from NAPA... Of course that is NAPA in Canada, so it may be different in the US.. Kris Last edited by zammer; 03-08-2010 at 09:07 PM.

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zammer Addicted user Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 369	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 A better angle..

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TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 What kind of link system is that I have never seen one set up like that. __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee Last edited by TyKby2; 03-09-2010 at 12:34 PM.

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TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 thats cool i just haven't seen that set up before, i've always seen 4 links with air bags. is that a bolt on kit for that model of truck. __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee Last edited by TyKby2; 03-09-2010 at 02:19 PM.

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zammer Addicted user Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 369	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Yeah its a "Cool Ride" front and rear full kit from Ride Tech ( ART ) for the 62 or 63 > 72 2wd trucks and blazers It is a bolt on suspension that includes lots of grinding stock rivets off of the old components... Not too big of a deal as I have been grinding just as many bolts off the frame as rivets.. I can't wait to try it out... Check out ride tech's website as they have more detailed pics and prices.. KRis

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TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 do they have square body stuff __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee

03-09-2010, 04:51 PM	#610
zammer Addicted user Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 369	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Yes they do... check out this write-up on them.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=344982 ALso, yo may be able to do a trailing arm suspension like the kit I have on your square if you want to get rid of the leaf springs.. CCP makes a trailing arm kit for squares now I see, check them out too.. Kris

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TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Thanks, I'll have to go check it out. Anymore info on the wheels, oh, what happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore. __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee Last edited by TyKby2; 03-11-2010 at 08:11 PM.

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RED67 Forever Grateful Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Forney,Texas Posts: 777	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 any word if they modified these wheels....I remember reading something about Thursday.... __________________ R.I.P Dad 04-07-42 - 05-27-09

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jam-bo383 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Slaton, TX Posts: 40	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Question: I've got these wheels (18x8) for my 78 Blazer that already has drop spindles for 1.25" rotors. Would best bet be to have my rotors machined? I don't mind having it done since I have friends who run a machine shop. I just want to know if that is just as good an option (& def. cheaper) than having to purchase new spindles, rotors, etc.

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big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Is $588.00 for all four wheels? __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

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TyKby2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 108	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 What happened to the 20x8.5 wheel with 5 on 5 bolt pattern they don't list it anymore? __________________ Kevin 1974 Chevy C-10 (The Mistress) 1971 VW Bus 1973 VW Super Beetle 1996 Jeep Cherokee

03-12-2010, 09:06 AM	#625
fast 95 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Williamstown WV Posts: 70	Re: Got some new wheels: Boss 338's in 20x10 and 20x8.5 Just so you guys know, the 18x9.5's have a deeper lip than the 20x10's. My cousin bought a set for his S10 and we compared them. Just some food for thought for the guys that are looking for that real deep wheel in the rear.



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