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AusTx68 · 04-23-2010, 04:30 PM

Eagle Alloy released a new wheel called the 225 with a 5/5 bolt pattern in a 20x10 (5.5 bs) and 20x8.5 (4.5 bs). The wheels look damn good and cost less than $300 per wheel shipped. I decided to give them a try. It took me a while to find a set. Finally found them at a place in Illinois http://www.deltatirequincy.com/?PageData=52657

I also called Summit since they sell EA wheels. They are not on their website but they will take a phone order. Their price is $100 higher than Delta.

When they come in I'll post pics and provide my opinion.

my67chevytruck · 04-23-2010, 04:34 PM

jdwheels.com carries em about 1200 deliverd for 20's iirc. congrats on your purchase. looking fwd to installed pics.

au03z71 · 04-23-2010, 04:49 PM

I really like those. And that is a great price too. Are there any fitment issues?

Ackattack · 04-23-2010, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AusTx68

Eagle Alloy released a new wheel called the 225 with a 5/5 bolt pattern in a 20x10 (5.5 bs) and 20x8.5 (4.5 bs). The wheels look damn good and cost less than $300 per wheel shipped. I decided to give them a try. It took me a while to find a set. Finally found them at a place in Illinois http://www.deltatirequincy.com/?PageData=52657

I also called Summit since they sell EA wheels. They are not on their website but they will take a phone order. Their price is $100 higher than Delta.

When they come in I'll post pics and provide my opinion.

Those wheels look very nice.

One thing that I will note:
My rear wheels are 20x10 with 5.75" backspacing with a later wide 5 lug axle. With 315/35/20 and the airbags deflated I have <1/16" clearance to the inner wheel wells (sitting on airbag bumpstops). With .25" less back spacing these wheels on my truck would surely touch.

Now with a narrower tire it may not be an issue.

You may also have the same problem with the front tires too (there are a couple of variables there)

Just thought I'd pass on my word of caution if you are low and have wide tires.

ehuth1 · 04-23-2010, 05:27 PM

subscribed !! Nice wheel!

AusTx68 · 04-23-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by au03z71

I really like those. And that is a great price too. Are there any fitment issues?

These wheels are new and I have yet to see them on one of our trucks. I'll make sure to post my results for all to see.

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Originally Posted by Ackattack

Those wheels look very nice.

One thing that I will note:
My rear wheels are 20x10 with 5.75" backspacing with a later wide 5 lug axle. With 315/35/20 and the airbags deflated I have <1/16" clearance to the inner wheel wells (sitting on airbag bumpstops). With .25" less back spacing these wheels on my truck would surely touch.

Now with a narrower tire it may not be an issue.

You may also have the same problem with the front tires too (there are a couple of variables there)

Just thought I'd pass on my word of caution if you are low and have wide tires.

For sure anyone running a bagged suspension and that wide a tire needs to consider all variables. I have a 4/6 static drop and plan to run a 295/40 on the rear. I don't anticipate any clearance issues but we'll see.

One thing that has crossed my mind is hub clearance. This is the same manufacture that makes the Boss 338 and that wheel had a hub clearance problem. It's supposedly fixed but some folks are still experiencing the problem.

au03z71 · 04-23-2010, 08:15 PM

Subscribed. I was going to fork out the dough for some Intros, but these look nearly the same and will save me $1500 (assuming they work)... I'm all about that.

gixxerpymp · 04-23-2010, 08:27 PM

Very nice wheel... And great price too!

Anyone know if they come in 22"? (Crossing fingers)

au03z71 · 04-23-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gixxerpymp

Very nice wheel... And great price too!

Anyone know if they come in 22"? (Crossing fingers)

I've been searching, to no avail. I think they just came out. Maybe give it a little time... I agree though, these in 22" + bags would be insane.

gixxerpymp · 04-23-2010, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by au03z71

I've been searching, to no avail. I think they just came out. Maybe give it a little time... I agree though, these in 22" + bags would be insane.

You aint lying.

au03z71 · 04-23-2010, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by gixxerpymp

You aint lying.

Let's just hope there are no fitment issues. I've been looking for a set of wheels for my '72 forever but all the decent ones (that everybody and their brother doesn't already have) either don't fit right (Boss 338s) or are $3k+ (ahem, Intro Vistas), so if these 225s pan out I think I'm going to be on them like ugly on rice, I've got the bags mounted already and I think I can stomach 20s instead of 22s as long as it rides low and goes fast.

gixxerpymp · 04-23-2010, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by au03z71

Let's just hope there are no fitment issues. I've been looking for a set of wheels for my '72 forever but all the decent ones (that everybody and their brother doesn't already have) either don't fit right (Boss 338s) or are $3k+ (ahem, Intro Vistas), so if these 225s pan out I think I'm going to be on them like ugly on rice, I've got the bags mounted already and I think I can stomach 20s instead of 22s as long as it rides low and goes fast.

I hear ya on that... I think I'm just going to go with thes Boss 22's till I'm ready to spend big money on billet 22's.

Beatcoaster · 04-23-2010, 10:01 PM

damn 5 luggers get everything...*sigh*...

72BlckButy · 04-24-2010, 07:13 PM

Can't wait to see some mounted pics...

AusTx68 · 04-26-2010, 12:50 PM

The wheels shipped on Friday and will be in on Wed. They'll probably get in late. On Thur I will take them up to the body shop to test the fitment w/o tires. If everything looks good I will mount the Toyo's the same day. I hope of have pics of the truck by Friday. Truck should be together and primered, ready for paint.

**ms2335** · 04-26-2010, 12:57 PM

can't wait to see what these wheels look like. Hope they fit good

Beatcoaster · 04-26-2010, 12:58 PM

can't wait to see those pics!!

AusTx68 · 04-29-2010, 07:18 PM

The wheels got in today and man are they beautiful!!! I'm stoked about the purchase!! I really wanted the Intros but couldn't stomach the price! With these I get the same look for a price less than Coys!

They got in late so it will be tomorrow before I can get them to the body shop to test fitment. I will send my update tomorrow evening. I wanted to take a pic in full sun but it's kinda cloudy today. You can still see how good they look.

Beatcoaster · 04-29-2010, 07:40 PM

Those look damn nice man!!

<--jealous!

ehuth1 · 04-29-2010, 08:01 PM

Wow those are freakin sweet!

ksbrktracer · 04-29-2010, 08:25 PM

subscribing......I really like those....

colin_havens · 04-29-2010, 09:17 PM

I am LOVIN these!!! Now if they will just make a 22 inch rim...

*Sublvr72* · 04-29-2010, 10:28 PM

nice! congrats. I think I can get these from my supplier too...I might have to look into it and maybe save up for a 5 lug conversion!

muthstryker · 04-30-2010, 10:11 AM

They look awsome much better then I expected! I just got the same wheels, Going to pick them up tomorrow. Cant wait! Mine are going on my 86 but wont be mounted up until june 1st or so.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-30-2010, 10:20 AM

Very nice remind me of the intro pentias..

04-23-2010, 04:30 PM	#1
AusTx68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 1,278	Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Eagle Alloy released a new wheel called the 225 with a 5/5 bolt pattern in a 20x10 (5.5 bs) and 20x8.5 (4.5 bs). The wheels look damn good and cost less than $300 per wheel shipped. I decided to give them a try. It took me a while to find a set. Finally found them at a place in Illinois http://www.deltatirequincy.com/?PageData=52657 I also called Summit since they sell EA wheels. They are not on their website but they will take a phone order. Their price is $100 higher than Delta. When they come in I'll post pics and provide my opinion. __________________ '68 C-10 SWB 383 Stroker (Sold 3/2/2013) '87 R2500 LWB 454 TBI converted to Carb

04-23-2010, 04:34 PM	#2
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel jdwheels.com carries em about 1200 deliverd for 20's iirc. congrats on your purchase. looking fwd to installed pics. __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470 Last edited by my67chevytruck; 04-23-2010 at 04:36 PM.

04-23-2010, 04:49 PM	#3
au03z71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: alabama Posts: 647	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel I really like those. And that is a great price too. Are there any fitment issues?

04-23-2010, 05:27 PM	#5
ehuth1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Winder, GA Posts: 55	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel subscribed !! Nice wheel!

04-23-2010, 08:15 PM	#7
au03z71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: alabama Posts: 647	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Subscribed. I was going to fork out the dough for some Intros, but these look nearly the same and will save me $1500 (assuming they work)... I'm all about that.

04-23-2010, 08:27 PM	#8
gixxerpymp Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Brandon FL Posts: 258	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Very nice wheel... And great price too! Anyone know if they come in 22"? (Crossing fingers) Last edited by gixxerpymp; 04-23-2010 at 08:28 PM.

04-23-2010, 10:01 PM	#13
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel damn 5 luggers get everything...sigh...

04-24-2010, 07:13 PM	#14
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Can't wait to see some mounted pics... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-26-2010, 12:50 PM	#15
AusTx68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 1,278	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel The wheels shipped on Friday and will be in on Wed. They'll probably get in late. On Thur I will take them up to the body shop to test the fitment w/o tires. If everything looks good I will mount the Toyo's the same day. I hope of have pics of the truck by Friday. Truck should be together and primered, ready for paint. __________________ '68 C-10 SWB 383 Stroker (Sold 3/2/2013) '87 R2500 LWB 454 TBI converted to Carb Last edited by AusTx68; 04-26-2010 at 10:34 PM.

04-26-2010, 12:57 PM	#16
ms2335 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: glenmora. la Posts: 290	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel can't wait to see what these wheels look like. Hope they fit good __________________ 65 Chevy C10 Short Fleet BBW 6.0L/4l80E 68 Chevy C10 SWB 6.0L/4L80E 84 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3/4l60E QA1 Suspension

04-26-2010, 12:58 PM	#17
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel can't wait to see those pics!!

04-29-2010, 07:18 PM	#18
AusTx68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 1,278	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel The wheels got in today and man are they beautiful!!! I'm stoked about the purchase!! I really wanted the Intros but couldn't stomach the price! With these I get the same look for a price less than Coys! They got in late so it will be tomorrow before I can get them to the body shop to test fitment. I will send my update tomorrow evening. I wanted to take a pic in full sun but it's kinda cloudy today. You can still see how good they look. __________________ '68 C-10 SWB 383 Stroker (Sold 3/2/2013) '87 R2500 LWB 454 TBI converted to Carb Last edited by AusTx68; 05-30-2012 at 10:26 PM.

04-29-2010, 07:40 PM	#19
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Those look damn nice man!! <--jealous!

04-29-2010, 08:01 PM	#20
ehuth1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Winder, GA Posts: 55	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Wow those are freakin sweet!

04-29-2010, 08:25 PM	#21
ksbrktracer TNT-MOTORSPORTS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: TULSA OKLAHOMA Posts: 2,692	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel subscribing......I really like those....



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04-29-2010, 09:17 PM	#22
colin_havens Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mountain Home, AR Posts: 405	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel I am LOVIN these!!! Now if they will just make a 22 inch rim...

04-29-2010, 10:28 PM	#23
Sublvr72 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2004 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 1,387	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel nice! congrats. I think I can get these from my supplier too...I might have to look into it and maybe save up for a 5 lug conversion!

04-30-2010, 10:11 AM	#24
muthstryker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Snohomish, Washington Posts: 1,187	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel They look awsome much better then I expected! I just got the same wheels, Going to pick them up tomorrow. Cant wait! Mine are going on my 86 but wont be mounted up until june 1st or so.

04-30-2010, 10:20 AM	#25
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: Eagle Alloys 225 Wheel Very nice remind me of the intro pentias.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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