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well I just had new tires put on my 1951 pickup, I thought they were from 92-96, but the tire guy guessed mid 80's! There were extremely dry rotted and cracked. It handles so much better now! I was about to order new shocks!

Anyways I removed the center hubcaps that are chrome and stamped 'chevrolet' and are made in the USA. They look pretty old too. However, the chrome trim rings were actualy plastic and made in taiwan .

So do you think I should buy chrome ones from Jim Carter for $26 each, or just run the center caps and touch up the black paint?

The 51 has the standard heater, and was originally a radio delete, so I dont think I have a deluxe cab anyway.

-Austin

It's really up to you. Depending on the look you like.
The AD trucks look good either way to me.

I purchased the trim rings for my truck
...with ring pic...
...with out ring pic...

Im rolling with out them for now.

Good Luck

DADS50: Where did you get your rings? I'm looking for the original style.

I got the trim rings as part of a wheel package from Stockton wheel. I cannot recommend that company for anything.

The ring in that pic is smooth .

I see chev’s of the 40’s carry them. Most likely most of the vendors do. Also try Jeggs and speedway

I’m not sure what originals look like. Maybe someone else can advise on that.
Good Luck