Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 01:43 PM

I got my wheels narrowed down to a Ridler 645 (photo 1) and Ridler 695 (photo 2). Which do you guys & gals like? My 86 Chevy C10 came with Pacers (photo 3) when I bought it, but I'm not a big fan of them.

**MikeB** · 02-07-2016, 02:20 PM

I vote for 15 inchers.

Jeramy · 02-07-2016, 02:49 PM

of the three option 1

Tom · 02-07-2016, 02:53 PM

I agree the currents need to go, and vote for option 1.

65standard · 02-07-2016, 03:28 PM

Number 1 by far

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 03:38 PM

Number 2 looks pretty nice on a red truck. Wish I can find a pic or video of option 1, so I can see what they would look like. I really like both, decisions decisions

http://youtu.be/ZjiVZ-3Z7Kg

**hatzie** · 02-07-2016, 03:58 PM

Big wheels and rubber band tires just look odd on these trucks... to me.
However My opinion is just that... My Opinion.

You're the one who has to like it not me. Get what YOU like.

bbbc10 · 02-07-2016, 04:54 PM

I say none of the above. Get some stock 15" rallys or get some good name brand wheels not any cheap wheels thats gonna flake etc

tucsonjwt · 02-07-2016, 07:15 PM

Old skool here, so I can't help on this one. I like stock wheels with dog dish hubcaps or rally wheels. The stock wheels remind me of sleeper muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s.

68c10owner · 02-07-2016, 07:24 PM

I'm old school as well and love rallys on these trucks but I do like some of the bigger wheels on these trucks. The wheel wells are so big that they fit nice. I don't like anything bigger than a 20" wheel though. That said, I really like pic 1.

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by hatzie

Big wheels and rubber band tires just look odd on these trucks... to me.

I agree with comment on the "rubber band" tires, I don't like that either. But they was on the truck along with the wheels, when i bought it. I would like to get a nice looking wheel and get a more standard size looking tire for the truck. So comments are welcome.

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 68c10owner

I'm old school as well and love rallys on these trucks but I do like some of the bigger wheels on these trucks. The wheel wells are so big that they fit nice. I don't like anything bigger than a 20" wheel though. That said, I really like pic 1.

20's are on there now, I will not go any bigger, maybe even smaller. Id rather have more tire. Several suggestions were made for Rallys. Can someone post some pics.

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 08:09 PM

I did get a 3D rendering from a fellow on the club, with the Ridler 645.

68c10owner · 02-07-2016, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

I did get a 3D rendering from a fellow on the club, with the Ridler 645.

That looks really good.

TrailerTrash · 02-07-2016, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 68c10owner

That looks really good.

2nd

**TKCR** · 02-07-2016, 08:52 PM

Thanks guys!!!

So if I did go with 20x8.5 & 20x10 staggered. Will these tires sizes work? 255/45R20 285/50R20 without rubbing

bbbc10 · 02-07-2016, 09:35 PM

Only if the wheels looked that good

Rubble · 02-07-2016, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by hatzie

Big wheels and rubber band tires just look odd on these trucks... to me.
However My opinion is just that... My Opinion.

You're the one who has to like it not me. Get what YOU like.

X2, IMO cragar 5 spokes 15" 8s & 10s

**N2TRUX** · 02-08-2016, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

I did get a 3D rendering from a fellow on the club, with the Ridler 645.

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Originally Posted by TKCR

So if I did go with 20x8.5 & 20x10 staggered. Will these tires sizes work? 255/45R20 285/50R20 without rubbing

That set up is a great look, and really compliments the truck. The tires your considering might be fine if you leave at at its current height. In the rendering, it is lowered more than you truck is. If you plan to lower it to match the rendering, consider a 245/40/20 and a 295/40/20 combo.

**TKCR** · 02-08-2016, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

That set up is a great look, and really compliments the truck. The tires your considering might be fine if you leave at at its current height. In the rendering, it is lowered more than you truck is. If you plan to lower it to match the rendering, consider a 245/40/20 and a 295/40/20 combo.

The truck will remain at the current height, in the photo above. The rendering is lowered more, I din't tell him specifically about the truck height, so that's how he did it.

My current tires are 245/45R20 and 275/40R20, but like I have expressed earlier, I would like to gain more tire. I don't like the low profile tire on a truck. So with new wheels and tires, I hope to accomplish just that. But I'm not sure exactly what I need to get that look.

**hatzie** · 02-08-2016, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

The truck will remain at the current height, in the photo above. The rendering is lowered more, I din't tell him specifically about the truck height, so that's how he did it.

My current tires are 245/45R20 and 275/40R20, but like I have expressed earlier, I would like to gain more tire. I don't like the low profile tire on a truck. So with new wheels and tires, I hope to accomplish just that. But I'm not sure exactly what I need to get that look.

I assume you mean you want more sidewall but keep the outside diameter the same as the sizes you mention.
275/40R20 is 28.66" diameter
245/45R20 is 28.68" diameter

Are the wheels you like available in 17", 18", or 19"?
Here are some tire sizes that are roughly the same overall diameter with smaller wheels.
245/60R17 is 28.57"
225/60R18 is 28.63"
245/55R18 is 28.61"
235/50R19 is 28.25"

**TKCR** · 02-08-2016, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by hatzie

I assume you mean you want more sidewall but keep the outside diameter the same as the sizes you mention.
275/40R20 is 28.66" diameter
245/45R20 is 28.68" diameter

Are the wheels you like available in 17", 18", or 19"?
Here are some tire sizes that are roughly the same overall diameter with smaller wheels.
245/60R17 is 28.57"
225/60R18 is 28.63"
245/55R18 is 28.61"
235/50R19 is 28.25"

Yes more sidewall. And the wheels come in all those sizes. Would that be the better option? Go with a smaller wheel to gain more tire (sidewall)?

chiro22 · 02-08-2016, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

I did get a 3D rendering from a fellow on the club, with the Ridler 645.

Definitely the Ridler 645

68c10owner · 02-08-2016, 03:03 PM

You could do a 17x9.5 rear with a 275/50/17 and a 17x8 front with a 235/50/17 or 255/50/17. That would give you more sidewall. I'm considering this size myself but probably just go with rallys on mine.

BLP86 · 02-08-2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

20's are on there now, I will not go any bigger, maybe even smaller. Id rather have more tire. Several suggestions were made for Rallys. Can someone post some pics.

TKCR, You have a great looking truck, you asked for some pics with rallys, so here is mine. Since our trucks look similar you can see with more tire showing.
Good luck with your decision.
BLP

02-07-2016, 01:43 PM	#1
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,991	Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I got my wheels narrowed down to a Ridler 645 (photo 1) and Ridler 695 (photo 2). Which do you guys & gals like? My 86 Chevy C10 came with Pacers (photo 3) when I bought it, but I'm not a big fan of them. Attached Images

02-07-2016, 02:20 PM	#2
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,623	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I vote for 15 inchers. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 36 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

02-07-2016, 02:49 PM	#3
Jeramy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Mulberry, AR Posts: 222	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? of the three option 1 __________________ 1981 Silverado C10 LS/4l60e My truck may be loud and ugly but I love her like bacon

02-07-2016, 02:53 PM	#4
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,755	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I agree the currents need to go, and vote for option 1. __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

02-07-2016, 03:28 PM	#5
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Number 1 by far __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

02-07-2016, 03:38 PM	#6
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,991	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Number 2 looks pretty nice on a red truck. Wish I can find a pic or video of option 1, so I can see what they would look like. I really like both, decisions decisions http://youtu.be/ZjiVZ-3Z7Kg

02-07-2016, 03:58 PM	#7
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 5,014	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Big wheels and rubber band tires just look odd on these trucks... to me. However My opinion is just that... My Opinion. You're the one who has to like it not me. Get what YOU like. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

02-07-2016, 04:54 PM	#8
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I say none of the above. Get some stock 15" rallys or get some good name brand wheels not any cheap wheels thats gonna flake etc

02-07-2016, 07:15 PM	#9
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,195	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Old skool here, so I can't help on this one. I like stock wheels with dog dish hubcaps or rally wheels. The stock wheels remind me of sleeper muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s.

02-07-2016, 07:24 PM	#10
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,011	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I'm old school as well and love rallys on these trucks but I do like some of the bigger wheels on these trucks. The wheel wells are so big that they fit nice. I don't like anything bigger than a 20" wheel though. That said, I really like pic 1. __________________ Anthony

02-07-2016, 08:09 PM	#13
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,991	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? I did get a 3D rendering from a fellow on the club, with the Ridler 645. Attached Images

02-07-2016, 08:52 PM	#16
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,991	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Thanks guys!!! So if I did go with 20x8.5 & 20x10 staggered. Will these tires sizes work? 255/45R20 285/50R20 without rubbing

02-07-2016, 09:35 PM	#17
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? Only if the wheels looked that good

02-08-2016, 03:03 PM	#24
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,011	Re: Wheel Choice opinions wanted. Which would you choose? You could do a 17x9.5 rear with a 275/50/17 and a 17x8 front with a 235/50/17 or 255/50/17. That would give you more sidewall. I'm considering this size myself but probably just go with rallys on mine. __________________ Anthony



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