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1 ton wheels 2.0 #1173007 07/08/2016 4:02 AM
Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri B Blind1968 Shop Shark
Blind1968 Shop Shark B Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri	After a year of deliberation on what if any aftermarket wheels I would use on my 1 ton SRW flatbed, finaly I think I am getting close to a solution. I went out on a limb and ordered a single black rock 17"X 8" wheel from Jegs http://www.jegs.com/i/Black-Rock/262/997788035/10002/-1 Size: 17'' x 8'' Bolt Circle: 8 x 6.5'' Rear Spacing: 3-1/2'' Offset: -25mm So, they mount up and have decent clearance from the tie rod, about an inch +/- (i have not measured yet). Next I will pick up an old tire and get it mounted so I can see how it will sit with weight on the tire and what kind of issues if any I might have in the wheel well area from the wider tire. http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums...B-4E71-B2A6-30EFCA0E2256_zps7qkdphay.jpg http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums...E-4C25-98E5-15A87E8538C8_zpsb3sltenm.jpg http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums...A-40F0-AE1F-EE231951E2B7_zpsbntvuvzr.jpg http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums...A-44FF-B79C-A04EF625D5B0_zpsaawc8l9b.jpg As a little sportier option to the 17" split rims or trailer wheels. What are your thought? Can you think of any issues I might be missing? Next question, what size tire should I run on it? Last edited by Blind1968; 07/08/2016 4:15 AM. 1949-52 Chevy 3800 1-Ton Flatbed In the Stovebolt Gallery More pix on Photobucket

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173024 07/08/2016 12:38 PM
Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA G Grigg .
Grigg . G Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA	I think original wheels are close to 5" wide? And are quite close to tie rod. So these wheels might be about 4" more hanging out than stock on each side. With too big a tire they might chew on the rear of the fender opening, particularly in a bump while turning. •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 ---All pictures--- "First, get a clear notion of what you desire to accomplish, and then in all probability you will succeed in doing it..." -Henry Maudslay-

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173085 07/09/2016 2:34 AM
Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri B Blind1968 Shop Shark
Blind1968 Shop Shark B Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri	What would you think is a safer tire size, lets say maybe a 255/60/17 or maybe a 245/60/17? 1949-52 Chevy 3800 1-Ton Flatbed In the Stovebolt Gallery More pix on Photobucket

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173087 07/09/2016 2:55 AM
Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA G Grigg .
Grigg . G Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA	Generally I'd go with a tall skinny tire, which might be neither. Otherwise tall helps with going faster, so the 255? Like you said borrow a used one and just see how it works out, either would work for that. •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 ---All pictures--- "First, get a clear notion of what you desire to accomplish, and then in all probability you will succeed in doing it..." -Henry Maudslay-

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173129 07/09/2016 3:52 PM
Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 224 Provo, Utah D Dave51Chev Shop Shark
Dave51Chev Shop Shark D Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 224 Provo, Utah	For a visual reference, I have 17x8 rims and 265/70R17 tires. This gives me wide 31" tires. Haven't had any steering issues. The offset is key for the clearance. Left front view of new wheels and tires Right side profile Dave Baird 1951 Chevy 3803 Foot starters are for Stovebolters and people who need a kick in the ...

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173665 07/13/2016 2:50 PM
Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri B Blind1968 Shop Shark
Blind1968 Shop Shark B Joined: Jan 2015 Posts: 208 Missouri	I like the look of those tires, rims also look to be the same. Thank you, this saves me a ton of time. 1949-52 Chevy 3800 1-Ton Flatbed In the Stovebolt Gallery More pix on Photobucket

Re: 1 ton wheels 2.0 Blind1968 #1173714 07/13/2016 9:05 PM
Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA G Grigg .
Grigg . G Joined: May 2005 Posts: 8,878 Lexington, VA	With stock manual steering did you notice any or much increased effort to turn the steering wheel when not rolling? •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 ---All pictures--- "First, get a clear notion of what you desire to accomplish, and then in all probability you will succeed in doing it..." -Henry Maudslay-

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