Trying to decide on wheels - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Kudzupatch · 02-10-2018, 03:49 PM

Looking at new wheels and really have a hard time finding something that I think compliments a Suburban. DO NOT want the typical truck wheels! I photoshopped a few ideas and posting in the General forum so I may get more input than putting it in the appropriate year forum.

Love to hear what you think looks the best. I think I am leaning toward the Riddler 5 spokes (which surprises me) or the Impala SS wheels. Once I see them on the vehicle I was surprised and don't really care for most of the others.

The more I look at the ones that on on there then actually look pretty good to. So hard to decide!!

#1 Stock wheels painted to match.

#2 Impala SS Wheels

#3 Riddler 5 spokes

#4 Polished 5 spokes

#5 10 spokes

kingsolver72 · 02-10-2018, 03:59 PM

I like #4. But, I'd be cool with stock wheels, no paint.

**truckster** · 02-10-2018, 04:56 PM

I like the polished 5 spokes (I'm a big fan of the original Cragar SS wheels) and the Impala SS wheels look pretty good too.

Kudzupatch · 02-10-2018, 05:39 PM

I love polished 5 spokes but not sure why, but I am not crazy about them on here. Maybe in real life I would like them better?

1968aj · 02-10-2018, 05:52 PM

I think the 10 spokes look the best on that truck.

harpo231 · 02-10-2018, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968aj

I think the 10 spokes look the best on that truck.

Me 2

71cheyennesuperlongb · 02-11-2018, 12:11 AM

I like the looks of the Impala wheels. Probably 2 grand cheaper.

**mongocanfly** · 02-11-2018, 12:52 AM

what about some late model stock wheels......watch this vid at about the 1.25 mark when he backs outta the garage...https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lef7vuzuU7g

Kudzupatch · 02-11-2018, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by mongocanfly

what about some late model stock wheels......

Those are 6 lug wheels and require adaptors. Don't want to go there.

Kudzupatch · 02-11-2018, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 71cheyennesuperlongb

I like the looks of the Impala wheels. Probably 2 grand cheaper.

Where are you shopping?? Everything I show runs around $125-145 per wheel.

I like the Impalas too.

Andy4639 · 02-11-2018, 08:45 AM

Just a thought. Do the Rev 107 wheels.

**mongocanfly** · 02-11-2018, 09:47 AM

sorry....didn't think about the burb being a 5 lug....everywhere you look nowadays you see 6

**LockDoc** · 02-11-2018, 11:11 AM

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Impalas for me. 2nd would be the polished.

LockDoc

71meangreenc10 · 02-11-2018, 12:02 PM

3 then 2.

I own some Polished Spokes or Torque Thrust 2's and I absolutely hate those wheels. Pain in the butt to keep clean (unless you have the right stuff to polish). Now if they sell them clear coated, maybe, but aluminum polished style would be a "No".

Smitty

Kudzupatch · 02-11-2018, 06:38 PM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;8184735]Just a thought. Do the Rev 107 wheels.

LIke the wheels, dont care for the on the truck though.

kingsolver72 · 02-11-2018, 06:49 PM

[quote=Kudzupatch;8185251]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Just a thought. Do the Rev 107 wheels.

LIke the wheels, dont care for the on the truck though.

I actually like these best.

Kudzupatch · 02-12-2018, 08:42 AM

While this is fun I am seeing everyone is different and have different opinions. Problem for me is and I guess this is why I haven't done anything before is that none of these jump out at me. I like a couple of them but none just say But Me.

Andy4639 · 02-12-2018, 11:05 AM

How about the 2007 up Tahoe wheels?
This was my 07.

I just thought they are 6 lugs never mind. I like the wheel though.

68Timber · 02-12-2018, 11:18 AM

73-87 rallies look good on that body style. I put some on a 94 GMC that I fixed up for my daughter years back, looked great.

02-11-2018, 12:11 AM	#7
71cheyennesuperlongb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Alcoa;Tn Posts: 208	Re: Trying to decide on wheels I like the looks of the Impala wheels. Probably 2 grand cheaper. __________________ '71 Cheyenne Super LWB - Second Owner in 39 Years! '70 CST/10 SWB - Soon to be Daughter's truck when finished

02-11-2018, 12:52 AM	#8
mongocanfly Post Whore Join Date: May 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 14,585	Re: Trying to decide on wheels what about some late model stock wheels......watch this vid at about the 1.25 mark when he backs outta the garage...https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lef7vuzuU7g __________________ Mongo...aka Greg RIP Dad RIP Jesse 1981 C30 LQ9 NV4500..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753598 Mongos AD- LS3 TR6060...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post8522334 Columbus..the 1957 IH 4x4...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63#post8082563 2023 Chevy Z71..daily driver

02-11-2018, 08:45 AM	#11
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Trying to decide on wheels Just a thought. Do the Rev 107 wheels. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-11-2018, 09:47 AM	#12
mongocanfly Post Whore Join Date: May 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 14,585	Re: Trying to decide on wheels sorry....didn't think about the burb being a 5 lug....everywhere you look nowadays you see 6 __________________ Mongo...aka Greg RIP Dad RIP Jesse 1981 C30 LQ9 NV4500..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753598 Mongos AD- LS3 TR6060...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post8522334 Columbus..the 1957 IH 4x4...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63#post8082563 2023 Chevy Z71..daily driver

02-11-2018, 11:11 AM	#13
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,331	Re: Trying to decide on wheels - Impalas for me. 2nd would be the polished. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

02-10-2018, 03:49 PM	#1
Kudzupatch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: GUNTERSVILLE Posts: 621	Trying to decide on wheels Looking at new wheels and really have a hard time finding something that I think compliments a Suburban. DO NOT want the typical truck wheels! I photoshopped a few ideas and posting in the General forum so I may get more input than putting it in the appropriate year forum. Love to hear what you think looks the best. I think I am leaning toward the Riddler 5 spokes (which surprises me) or the Impala SS wheels. Once I see them on the vehicle I was surprised and don't really care for most of the others. The more I look at the ones that on on there then actually look pretty good to. So hard to decide!! #1 Stock wheels painted to match. #2 Impala SS Wheels #3 Riddler 5 spokes #4 Polished 5 spokes #5 10 spokes

02-10-2018, 03:59 PM	#2
kingsolver72 10/30/19 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ottawa kansas Posts: 5,200	Re: Trying to decide on wheels I like #4. But, I'd be cool with stock wheels, no paint.

02-10-2018, 04:56 PM	#3
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,796	Re: Trying to decide on wheels I like the polished 5 spokes (I'm a big fan of the original Cragar SS wheels) and the Impala SS wheels look pretty good too. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

02-10-2018, 05:39 PM	#4
Kudzupatch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: GUNTERSVILLE Posts: 621	Re: Trying to decide on wheels I love polished 5 spokes but not sure why, but I am not crazy about them on here. Maybe in real life I would like them better?

02-10-2018, 05:52 PM	#5
1968aj Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: houston texas Posts: 1,438	Re: Trying to decide on wheels I think the 10 spokes look the best on that truck.

02-11-2018, 12:02 PM	#14
71meangreenc10 Its a Truck Thing...... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 3,158	Re: Trying to decide on wheels 3 then 2. I own some Polished Spokes or Torque Thrust 2's and I absolutely hate those wheels. Pain in the butt to keep clean (unless you have the right stuff to polish). Now if they sell them clear coated, maybe, but aluminum polished style would be a "No". Smitty __________________ 71 C10 283/3SPD Full Resto 71 GMC 1500 Sierra Grande http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=518599 70 C10 Suburban Former military GSA truck. 72 Chevy Blazer 4X4, Sloppy Jo, Mountain Climber. Wife says no more trucks. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707378 72 GMC 1 Ton Motor Home, wife said no more trucks until she saw this one. Gen 3 6.0/4L80E 4.10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=761110 68 GMC Suburban was 3/4 ton, now 1/2.Wife shook her head 71 C30 Wrecker 71 C20 Scott-Bilt As weird as it gets..BB Cheyenne AC Truck 68 GMC Long Stepside. They keep following me home 71 C20 Longhorn/Ole Yellor 69 C30 Former Motor Home, Flat Bed time

02-11-2018, 06:38 PM	#15
Kudzupatch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: GUNTERSVILLE Posts: 621	Re: Trying to decide on wheels [QUOTE=Andy4639;8184735]Just a thought. Do the Rev 107 wheels. LIke the wheels, dont care for the on the truck though.

02-12-2018, 08:42 AM	#17
Kudzupatch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: GUNTERSVILLE Posts: 621	Re: Trying to decide on wheels While this is fun I am seeing everyone is different and have different opinions. Problem for me is and I guess this is why I haven't done anything before is that none of these jump out at me. I like a couple of them but none just say But Me.

02-12-2018, 11:05 AM	#18
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Trying to decide on wheels How about the 2007 up Tahoe wheels? This was my 07. I just thought they are 6 lugs never mind. I like the wheel though. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-12-2018, 11:18 AM	#19
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: Trying to decide on wheels 73-87 rallies look good on that body style. I put some on a 94 GMC that I fixed up for my daughter years back, looked great. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build



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