My 48 2 ton has two types of rims also.

Some are the 3 piece lock ring ones with the split right at the edge, these are safe ones.

Others are two piece and split in the very middle of the rim, these are the ones to stay away from.


•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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