Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 06:09 PM

I'm trying to find wheels that I like and I still have the 6 lug x 5.5 inch pattern. I want to stay centered on the back spacing and use 15 x 8 or 16 x 8 inch wheels but I'm not finding much selection. Rally style are one option and Ion makes one that's not too bad. Anyone have any suggestions on current manufacturers?

theastronaut · 01-21-2014, 06:21 PM

Check with Wheel Vintiques, they make a few different styles. Check with Circle Racing too, they've started making custom wheels.

**jayoldschool** · 01-21-2014, 08:05 PM

Stockton Wheel will make you whatever you want, style, width, anything.

**contagious102** · 01-21-2014, 08:47 PM

I have five after market rims I took off my truck,6 lug .Can send you a pic if you want.? I have a step side so I had a matching spare,is why i have five.

**rideblue00** · 01-21-2014, 09:10 PM

check this link out. i haven't bought these, but was considering it. They have 15 and 16 both

http://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/..._p/vts-068.htm

**aerotruk63** · 01-21-2014, 09:16 PM

16 x 9 3/4 same as my truck as on the Airstream. Same bolt pattern. The original Airstream wheels had clips that accepted the Chevy hubcaps.

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by theastronaut

Check with Wheel Vintiques, they make a few different styles. Check with Circle Racing too, they've started making custom wheels.

I have a hard time with their website, it doesn't show much. So, I usually look at their line at Summit Racing. Looks like all they sell in 6 lug is Rally and Smoothie wheels. I run the Rally's on my 65 but want a little fancier wheel on my 64.
I am looking at all the wheels available at Summit right now. They have an awesome search feature. Thanks, John.

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jayoldschool

Stockton Wheel will make you whatever you want, style, width, anything.

Where are they located? I haven't heard their name before.

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by aerotruk63

16 x 9 3/4 same as my truck as on the Airstream. Same bolt pattern. The original Airstream wheels had clips that accepted the Chevy hubcaps.

Nice!!

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by contagious102

I have five after market rims I took off my truck,6 lug .Can send you a pic if you want.? I have a step side so I had a matching spare,is why i have five.

Post a pic if you can.

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by rideblue00

check this link out. i haven't bought these, but was considering it. They have 15 and 16 both

http://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/..._p/vts-068.htm

Nice stock steel wheel but I want more bling!

**dean jendro** · 01-21-2014, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by rideblue00

check this link out. i haven't bought these, but was considering it. They have 15 and 16 both

http://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/..._p/vts-068.htm

Nice stock steel wheel but I want more bling!

**contagious102** · 01-21-2014, 11:29 PM

Here is the only pic I have at the time,take more later if needed.

This is when they were on the truck.

Desert.Chevy · 01-30-2014, 03:31 AM

I will be selling four of these after I find some stock Steel wheels.

**dean jendro** · 02-04-2014, 10:46 PM

OK, I found 4 possibilities. Anyone have any good or bad experiences with these or have pics of them mounted up on our style truck? All 4 are 8 inch rims and 6 x 5.5 bolt pattern with zero back spacing except the last one is -6mm. The Summit wheel doesn't come in 16 inch, the other 3 do. All opinions and comments welcomed!!

American Racing AR1366883 16 x 8
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/are-1366883/overview/

Mickey Thompson Classic III polished 16 x 8
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mt...1772/overview/

Summit Legend series chromed 17 x 8
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/su...83c0/overview/

Ultra Wheel 050 6883K 16 X 8 -6M Backspacing
http://www.jegs.com/i/Ultra+Wheel/60...6883K/10002/-1

NEWFISHER · 02-04-2014, 10:56 PM

3rd choice

**dean jendro** · 02-04-2014, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by NEWFISHER

3rd choice

What did you do with the 6 lug Torque Thrust wheels on your orange truck?
Were they 15 or 16? I haven't been able to find that style wheel in a 6 lug pattern new.

NEWFISHER · 02-04-2014, 11:28 PM

Do you mean these? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...571094&page=11

That's Rene aka C10 King. We have very similar trucks, his uses a beautiful sister to showcase it.

And his wheels are for sale

Spragg · 02-05-2014, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by NEWFISHER

3rd choice

Im with newfisher. Out of those i would pick #3.

Lugnutz65 · 02-05-2014, 12:09 AM

The Ultra 50/51 wheel is very nice IMO. Watch the backspacing and width. The price is very affordable too. Nice alloy wheel - not chrome - so less issues with rust or flaking chrome. They polish up very well. Here's a link to one source.

**dean jendro** · 02-05-2014, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by NEWFISHER

Do you mean these? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...571094&page=11

That's Rene aka C10 King. We have very similar trucks, his uses a beautiful sister to showcase it.

And his wheels are for sale

No, I was referring to the wheels on the orange truck in your second build thread.

**dean jendro** · 02-05-2014, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Lugnutz65

The Ultra 50/51 wheel is very nice IMO. Watch the backspacing and width. The price is very affordable too. Nice alloy wheel - not chrome - so less issues with rust or flaking chrome. They polish up very well. Here's a link to one source.

Yes, those are nice looking too. I found their site and the 16 x 8 wheels in 6 lug come with either a plus 25 or minus 6MM offset. The 6 offset might be OK but I'd prefer zero offset.

NEWFISHER · 02-05-2014, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dean jendro

What did you do with the 6 lug Torque Thrust wheels on your orange truck?
Were they 15 or 16? I haven't been able to find that style wheel in a 6 lug pattern new.

Sorry, sold those the 1st week I had the truck. I had never seen them either. There are some better pics of them In the classified section.

D-man313 · 02-05-2014, 09:58 PM

Looks like you want smoething more flashy, but cragar makes some 6 lug steelies.

http://www.jegs.com/p/Cragar/Cragar-...rPage=90&pno=1

**dean jendro** · 02-05-2014, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by D-man313

Looks like you want smoething more flashy, but cragar makes some 6 lug steelies.

http://www.jegs.com/p/Cragar/Cragar-...rPage=90&pno=1

What's your opinion of the 4 that I listed in post #15?

01-21-2014, 06:21 PM	#2
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01-21-2014, 08:47 PM	#4
contagious102 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Semmes,Al. Posts: 407	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? I have five after market rims I took off my truck,6 lug .Can send you a pic if you want.? I have a step side so I had a matching spare,is why i have five. __________________ Go Fast and Have Fun.!! My pro street build, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551185

01-21-2014, 09:10 PM	#5
rideblue00 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Lambertville, MI Posts: 1,856	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? check this link out. i haven't bought these, but was considering it. They have 15 and 16 both http://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/..._p/vts-068.htm

01-21-2014, 09:16 PM	#6
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,625	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? 16 x 9 3/4 same as my truck as on the Airstream. Same bolt pattern. The original Airstream wheels had clips that accepted the Chevy hubcaps. __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

01-21-2014, 11:29 PM	#13
contagious102 Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Semmes,Al. Posts: 407	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? Here is the only pic I have at the time,take more later if needed. This is when they were on the truck. __________________ Go Fast and Have Fun.!! My pro street build, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551185 Last edited by contagious102; 01-21-2014 at 11:44 PM.

01-21-2014, 06:09 PM	#1
dean jendro Old and crusty Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 462	Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? I'm trying to find wheels that I like and I still have the 6 lug x 5.5 inch pattern. I want to stay centered on the back spacing and use 15 x 8 or 16 x 8 inch wheels but I'm not finding much selection. Rally style are one option and Ion makes one that's not too bad. Anyone have any suggestions on current manufacturers? __________________ 65 Chevy long wide daily driver - SOLD! 64 Chevy Short Step LS

01-21-2014, 08:05 PM	#3
jayoldschool Moderator Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 2,154	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? Stockton Wheel will make you whatever you want, style, width, anything.

01-30-2014, 03:31 AM	#14
Desert.Chevy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 337	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? I will be selling four of these after I find some stock Steel wheels. Attached Images

02-04-2014, 10:46 PM	#15
dean jendro Old and crusty Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 462	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? OK, I found 4 possibilities. Anyone have any good or bad experiences with these or have pics of them mounted up on our style truck? All 4 are 8 inch rims and 6 x 5.5 bolt pattern with zero back spacing except the last one is -6mm. The Summit wheel doesn't come in 16 inch, the other 3 do. All opinions and comments welcomed!! American Racing AR1366883 16 x 8 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/are-1366883/overview/ Mickey Thompson Classic III polished 16 x 8 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mt...1772/overview/ Summit Legend series chromed 17 x 8 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/su...83c0/overview/ Ultra Wheel 050 6883K 16 X 8 -6M Backspacing http://www.jegs.com/i/Ultra+Wheel/60...6883K/10002/-1 __________________ 65 Chevy long wide daily driver - SOLD! 64 Chevy Short Step LS Last edited by dean jendro; 02-05-2014 at 03:18 PM. Reason: added a fourth wheel option

02-04-2014, 10:56 PM	#16
NEWFISHER Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,303	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? 3rd choice __________________ GOD BLESS AMERICA!

02-04-2014, 11:28 PM	#18
NEWFISHER Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,303	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? Do you mean these? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...571094&page=11 That's Rene aka C10 King. We have very similar trucks, his uses a beautiful sister to showcase it. And his wheels are for sale __________________ GOD BLESS AMERICA!

02-05-2014, 12:09 AM	#20
Lugnutz65 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 1,926	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? The Ultra 50/51 wheel is very nice IMO. Watch the backspacing and width. The price is very affordable too. Nice alloy wheel - not chrome - so less issues with rust or flaking chrome. They polish up very well. Here's a link to one source. Attached Images __________________ My 65 C10 build: www.lugnutz65chevystepside.weebly.com Want to know more about T5 transmissions? My website has a T5 Info Page and a Step by Step T5 rebuild.

02-05-2014, 09:58 PM	#24
D-man313 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Hebron, IN Posts: 194	Re: Who's selling 6 x 5.5 aftermarket wheels?? Looks like you want smoething more flashy, but cragar makes some 6 lug steelies. http://www.jegs.com/p/Cragar/Cragar-...rPage=90&pno=1 __________________ Mom, I think I may have broke something. My tires keep spinning and leaving black marks every where



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