Look at pics... Which wheels are better?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

nathank · 04-10-2005, 12:04 PM

I had some 20" wheels I had laying around after I sold my 99 Tahoe a while back. So, I thought just for kicks I would try them on the 71 and see how they looked. I am still up in the air if I like the look or not. What does everyone else think about it??

Here it is with the wheels that were on it to begin with.

and here it is with the 20s

Thoughts?? Comments??

*chevytruckfan* · 04-10-2005, 12:21 PM

I would have to go with the first one. I not sure of the size or the design but they just don't look right in my opinion.

Dean23 · 04-10-2005, 12:39 PM

I like the 1st ones better. The seconds seem too bling bling for a classy truck like that

***Liz*** · 04-10-2005, 01:24 PM

the 20s aren't horrible, they just don't fit the flow of the truck IMHO.. I like the first ones better

MARIOS68PANEL · 04-10-2005, 01:25 PM

1st set for sure . Unless your pimmpin it. LOL Just an opinion , But I hate those big gody rims.

96blazr · 04-10-2005, 02:55 PM

Well, since I'm 40-something and grew up around hot rodding and classics since childhood, I like what you have originally.

If I were, say, 20-something or younger, then I'm sure I'd like the "20ezz" better.

If you're a Yout, then do what you what.

The word "Classic" might mean "Old or Vintage" to some folks, but it's always meant "Timeless" or "Forever" to me.
In other words, you can never, ever go wrong nor be out of style with being a "Classic".

ratrod67 · 04-10-2005, 02:57 PM

Keep the 20's and sell me the other set.

Castiron9 · 04-10-2005, 03:04 PM

1st set...................definitely.................

cableguy0 · 04-10-2005, 03:12 PM

sell the 20's they just dont work with the look of that truck they are out of place. the 1st wheels are definately better

69 Short Fleet · 04-10-2005, 03:35 PM

I'm livin on the edge today I guess (lol)... I'm voting for the bling!!! Beauti truck by the way,

Swbman · 04-10-2005, 04:18 PM

I agree the first set looks better,the other ones just dont go with that style of truck.IMO

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-10-2005, 04:19 PM

I like the 1st ones maybe with a different set of 20'' wheels they may fir but those just don't fit with the body style..

1STtimePRo'71 · 04-10-2005, 04:23 PM

I like which ever ones would get you better gas mileage.

72MARIO · 04-10-2005, 04:45 PM

I like the 20's but not on that truck. They just don't flow withthe style.

LONGHAIR · 04-10-2005, 05:01 PM

The 20s need some drop to look right.............

muddpile · 04-10-2005, 05:24 PM

The wheel change totally changes the whole truck! Personally, I'd go with the first ones, they just sort of look more "right" on it.

ACES · 04-10-2005, 06:28 PM

I like the first set.
I think a drop would make both sets of wheels look better.

ChevyDude · 04-10-2005, 06:31 PM

1st ones are my vote.

mocwon · 04-10-2005, 06:37 PM

I like 20" rims of these trucks but that second rim is just too glitzy

for my taste. Not real wild about the first one either ut hey that's judt me

*Randy70C-10* · 04-10-2005, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LONGHAIR

The 20s need some drop to look right.............

I was going to say the same thing.

**Palf70Step** · 04-10-2005, 06:44 PM

I prefer the first set also. The 20's make your truck look like one of my or my son's hot wheels. Not bad, just different.

longnlow72 · 04-10-2005, 06:54 PM

im a huge fan of big rims but that doesnt mean they look good on any and everything, go with the rallyes they fit your treuck WAY better

Rollie396 · 04-10-2005, 07:03 PM

First ones look great!I agree with longhair,the 20s need the drop to look right.

nathank · 04-10-2005, 07:43 PM

Well looks like the majority is going with the rallys, which is actually what I am leaning towards the more I look at the pictures.

The 20s have been collecting dust for the past 4 months since I sold my 99 Tahoe. Anyone need a set??

joelboxt · 04-10-2005, 07:54 PM

those wheels in the second set are awful, first ones are so much better.

joel

04-10-2005, 12:04 PM	#1
nathank resident geek Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dusty West Texas Posts: 77	Look at pics... Which wheels are better?? I had some 20" wheels I had laying around after I sold my 99 Tahoe a while back. So, I thought just for kicks I would try them on the 71 and see how they looked. I am still up in the air if I like the look or not. What does everyone else think about it?? Here it is with the wheels that were on it to begin with. and here it is with the 20s Thoughts?? Comments?? __________________ 71 C-10 stepper 88 Moostang T-Top w/ lots of goodies

04-10-2005, 12:39 PM	#3
Dean23 68cst_ss490 Join Date: May 2001 Location: edmonton,canada Posts: 1,363	I like the 1st ones better. The seconds seem too bling bling for a classy truck like that __________________ Dean edmonton,canada a winter wonderland 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche LT cold air intake, performance exhaust, Comp cams cam, jba shorty ceramic headers. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3090973

04-10-2005, 01:25 PM	#5
MARIOS68PANEL Active Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North Highlands. California Posts: 449	1st set for sure . Unless your pimmpin it. LOL Just an opinion , But I hate those big gody rims. __________________ 67 short step 71 Custom

04-10-2005, 02:55 PM	#6
96blazr Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: VA Posts: 740	Well, since I'm 40-something and grew up around hot rodding and classics since childhood, I like what you have originally. If I were, say, 20-something or younger, then I'm sure I'd like the "20ezz" better. If you're a Yout, then do what you what. The word "Classic" might mean "Old or Vintage" to some folks, but it's always meant "Timeless" or "Forever" to me. In other words, you can never, ever go wrong nor be out of style with being a "Classic". __________________ 1968 SWB. GMPP 350/350 Turbo Trans, Edelbrock Performer & Carb. Hedman Hedders, Hooker Aerochambers Mufflers. Tuff Stuff Alternators. Remember, no matter where you go, There you are. Gary

04-10-2005, 03:04 PM	#8
Castiron9 72 LONGHORN OWNER Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle Wash. Posts: 963	1st set...................definitely................. __________________ 72-SUPER CHEYENNE/20 LONGHORN 70-C/30 DUALLY

04-10-2005, 12:21 PM	#2
chevytruckfan Account Suspended Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lake Placid, Florida Posts: 930	I would have to go with the first one. I not sure of the size or the design but they just don't look right in my opinion.

04-10-2005, 01:24 PM	#4
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,809	the 20s aren't horrible, they just don't fit the flow of the truck IMHO.. I like the first ones better

04-10-2005, 02:57 PM	#7
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,269	Keep the 20's and sell me the other set.

04-10-2005, 03:12 PM	#9
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	sell the 20's they just dont work with the look of that truck they are out of place. the 1st wheels are definately better __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

04-10-2005, 03:35 PM	#10
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	I'm livin on the edge today I guess (lol)... I'm voting for the bling!!! Beauti truck by the way,

04-10-2005, 04:18 PM	#11
Swbman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tulsa,Oklahoma Posts: 606	I agree the first set looks better,the other ones just dont go with that style of truck.IMO __________________ 1961 BUICK LESABRE 1968 CHEVELLE SS 396 1969 BUICK RIVIERA GS 1971 2 WHEEL DRIVE BLAZER 1971 4X4 BLAZER 1971 SHORTBED CHEYENNE FLEETSIDE 1971 SHORTBED 4X4 FLEETSIDE ** ...My Ebay

04-10-2005, 04:19 PM	#12
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	I like the 1st ones maybe with a different set of 20'' wheels they may fir but those just don't fit with the body style.. __________________ 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..

04-10-2005, 04:23 PM	#13
1STtimePRo'71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake Crystal, MN Posts: 656	I like which ever ones would get you better gas mileage. __________________ -Cory 1967 2 Wheel Chevy

04-10-2005, 04:45 PM	#14
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,051	I like the 20's but not on that truck. They just don't flow withthe style. __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

04-10-2005, 05:01 PM	#15
LONGHAIR just can't cover up my redneck Join Date: May 2004 Location: Columbus OH Posts: 11,414	The 20s need some drop to look right............. Attached Images



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04-10-2005, 05:24 PM	#16
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	The wheel change totally changes the whole truck! Personally, I'd go with the first ones, they just sort of look more "right" on it. __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

04-10-2005, 06:28 PM	#17
ACES Life is a gamble Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 796	I like the first set. I think a drop would make both sets of wheels look better. __________________ 1970 Orange CST C-10 w/350, posi, Longbed The torpid artist seeks inspiration at any cost, by virtue or by vice, by friend or by fiend, by prayer or by wine. -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

04-10-2005, 06:31 PM	#18
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	1st ones are my vote. __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

04-10-2005, 06:37 PM	#19
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	I like 20" rims of these trucks but that second rim is just too glitzy for my taste. Not real wild about the first one either ut hey that's judt me __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire.....

04-10-2005, 06:44 PM	#21
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,324	I prefer the first set also. The 20's make your truck look like one of my or my son's hot wheels. Not bad, just different. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

04-10-2005, 06:54 PM	#22
longnlow72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: SW Washington Posts: 947	im a huge fan of big rims but that doesnt mean they look good on any and everything, go with the rallyes they fit your treuck WAY better __________________ 72 Chevy lwb, cowl hood, shaved antenna, shaved bedrails, blazer tank, sidemarker fill, 1pc windows, flowmaster 40's, alpine deck, infinity 6x9's, infinity 4"ers, 2 jl audio 10w0's, grant wheel, keyless entry and alarm, more waiting to be done...

04-10-2005, 07:03 PM	#23
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	First ones look great!I agree with longhair,the 20s need the drop to look right. __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

04-10-2005, 07:43 PM	#24
nathank resident geek Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dusty West Texas Posts: 77	Well looks like the majority is going with the rallys, which is actually what I am leaning towards the more I look at the pictures. The 20s have been collecting dust for the past 4 months since I sold my 99 Tahoe. Anyone need a set?? __________________ 71 C-10 stepper 88 Moostang T-Top w/ lots of goodies

04-10-2005, 07:54 PM	#25
joelboxt 71 Cheyenne SWB Fleetside Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Posts: 403	those wheels in the second set are awful, first ones are so much better. joel __________________

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