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J-Spec C10 · 12-22-2005, 04:20 PM

Hi guys, do any of you know where I would be able to get a set of 5 split rims for a 1948 Chevy? They're 6 bolt but I don't know what size they're supposed to be either. I've contacted over ten wrecking yards for old trucks to no avail. Any help would be great!

3100 special · 12-23-2005, 10:52 PM

Not off the cuff but, try these two places:
http://stovebolt.com/
Great bunch of folks. Check out the classifieds and then register and post the question if you don't find them. Someone may know where you can get a set.

http://groups.msn.com/SplitWindowRestorations
Robert's the guy that runs the site and he restores trucks and sell surplus parts. He might have a line on some for you. I read a post that he was going to be out of pocket for Christmas so, it may be a couple of days before he responds.

Good luck and Merry Christmas!

*chevytruckfan* · 12-26-2005, 09:05 PM

IF you were not in Canada I would sell you mine as I am converting to 5 lug.

Fred T · 01-02-2006, 12:14 AM

Stock wheels on the 48 1/2 ton were 16", but there were several possibilities.
http://chevy.tocmp.com/1929_54chevyparts/05/367.HTM

LILREDGMC · 01-05-2006, 07:29 PM

Memory may fail, but I recall getting splits(16"?) on my 42 which I went out and found drop center wheels (16") to replace them. I think they may still be in the shed, but will have to get a flashlight and check.

I thought it strange for a split at 16" and for the drop center wheel at 16" but chalked it up to someone elses knowledge or ?

I will check and respond. Don't know about how to get them to you if I have them.

LILREDGMC

12-22-2005, 04:20 PM	#1
J-Spec C10 Whats this wire for?.... Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Barrie, Ontario, CANADA Posts: 378	Help! Trying to find split rims Hi guys, do any of you know where I would be able to get a set of 5 split rims for a 1948 Chevy? They're 6 bolt but I don't know what size they're supposed to be either. I've contacted over ten wrecking yards for old trucks to no avail. Any help would be great! __________________ Kyle CANADIAN CONNECTION '82 C10 Resto-Custom--> * 2 1/4" manifold back dual exhaust with Hooker Aerochambers & High Flow Cats Taylor Ignition Wires Centerline 15" Telstars with 32"x10" mudders

12-23-2005, 10:52 PM	#2
3100 special Street Rod Dreamin' Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Work:Batam, Indonesia/ Home:League City, Texas Posts: 1,241	Re: Help! Trying to find split rims Not off the cuff but, try these two places: http://stovebolt.com/ Great bunch of folks. Check out the classifieds and then register and post the question if you don't find them. Someone may know where you can get a set. http://groups.msn.com/SplitWindowRestorations Robert's the guy that runs the site and he restores trucks and sell surplus parts. He might have a line on some for you. I read a post that he was going to be out of pocket for Christmas so, it may be a couple of days before he responds. Good luck and Merry Christmas! __________________ 1954 Chevy 3100 Panel Truck 2004 GMC Yukon 2007 GMC Sierra 4X4 "I am for doing good to the poor, but I differ in opinion of the means. I think the best way of doing good to the poor, is not making them easy in poverty, but leading or driving them out of it." Benjamin Franklin, On the Price of Corn and Management of the Poor, November 1776

12-26-2005, 09:05 PM	#3
chevytruckfan Account Suspended Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lake Placid, Florida Posts: 930	Re: Help! Trying to find split rims IF you were not in Canada I would sell you mine as I am converting to 5 lug.

01-02-2006, 12:14 AM	#4
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: Help! Trying to find split rims Stock wheels on the 48 1/2 ton were 16", but there were several possibilities. http://chevy.tocmp.com/1929_54chevyparts/05/367.HTM __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

01-05-2006, 07:29 PM	#5
LILREDGMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA Posts: 461	Re: Help! Trying to find split rims Memory may fail, but I recall getting splits(16"?) on my 42 which I went out and found drop center wheels (16") to replace them. I think they may still be in the shed, but will have to get a flashlight and check. I thought it strange for a split at 16" and for the drop center wheel at 16" but chalked it up to someone elses knowledge or ? I will check and respond. Don't know about how to get them to you if I have them. LILREDGMC



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