Hyspeedz Posted March 27, 2014 Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 OK…so I tried to sell my truck, and had a bunch of "buyers." Some with money, all with reasons why "not right now." OK…it's all good. So new ball joints go on Monday and I begin fixing little things to make 'er even more roadworthy. But I have one question about wheels. My rear wheels are bent so I have some vibration to get rid of. I have factory steelies, and it's a 720 KC with 4x4 and 15" wheels. Trying to keep it looking pretty stock plus not a lot of funds right now since I just retired. What other wheels will fit my truck? I've heard about "offset" being a precise number that is needed for the 4wd, etc. I also saw Chevy wheels advertised on Ebay that said, "Will fit Nissans." What's your experience in this area? Thanks guys. Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 It means the bolt pattern is the same. In most cases the 4x4 is high enough that it's never going to conflict with the body anyway. 29" tall is about the maximum height you can go stock without much rub on turns on bumps. Quote Link to comment
flatcat19 Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 A lot of the newish Chevy wheels are positive offset. They may rub the springs or touch things in the front when turning. You will be looking for wheels that have the same bolt pattern. 6x5.5" or 6x139.7mm is the size. Damn near every 6 lug you find will fit sans some newer Nissan or Chevy stuff. Do you understand offset? Is that the question? Think of the whole width of the rim. Where the lugs sit inside the barrel is you offset. Zero offset being centered in the barrel. Negative will show more lip. Positive will be more backspacing. Quote Link to comment
Rjawm Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Another issue to be careful of when using newer non-stock wheels is the center bore size. A lot of the newer trucks that share the 6x5.5 bolt pattern have gone to much smaller center bore and will not fit over your 720's hub without clearancing them. Sometimes it's as simple as a little work with a dremel but, it can be something requiring machine work. And just for the sake of maybe helping in the understanding of wheel terminology, you can learn some here. https://www.rsracing.com/tech-wheel.html 2 Quote Link to comment
flatcat19 Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 I didn't even think of center bore sizing. Good point! Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Some mags you can router them. Quote Link to comment
Hyspeedz Posted March 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Thanks guys. All this is helpful. I'll admit my full comprehension of some of this. I have 235x15 tires on stock steelies. I just want a wheel that will accommodate the locking hubs on the front wheels. I am not interested in getting a lot of height of lift. Thanks for the acknowledgments. I'm pricing wheels this weekend. When I get them, I'll take some photos and post them. Have a good weekend! Quote Link to comment
flatcat19 Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 K5 Blazer wheels will always fit, and look the part, on a Datsun truck. Quote Link to comment
Sealik Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 These are pretty common....<....cheap steel wheels. 1 Quote Link to comment
Hyspeedz Posted March 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 Sealik, I really like those wheels. Is there a brand name so I could order them? Thanks! Quote Link to comment
Sealik Posted March 29, 2014 Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 I believe they are referred to as........ Western 8 spoke Might be able to find a set at your local auto wrecker. Another option with a different offset....would be the 720 ST rim. Quote Link to comment
wayno Posted March 29, 2014 Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 I believe they are referred to as........ Western 8 spoke Might be able to find a set at your local auto wrecker. Another option with a different offset....would be the 720 ST rim. Are you moving Sealik? Most people pack boxes and move to their new home, but I see Canadians do it differently. 5 Quote Link to comment
Hyspeedz Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Thanks Sealik. Quote Link to comment
izzo Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Are you moving Sealik? Most people pack boxes and move to their new home, but I see Canadians do it differently. :rofl: :rofl: Quote Link to comment
Sealik Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Are you moving Sealik? Most people pack boxes and move to their new home, but I see Canadians do it differently. We roll a little different up here. All your shit goes is in one big 'box'....it's a squatting sort of thing. That said...I should probably slap some wheels on it so they don't know where I'm going..... :lol: Quote Link to comment
Robert Posted April 10, 2014 Report Share Posted April 10, 2014 I believe they are referred to as........ Western 8 spoke Might be able to find a set at your local auto wrecker. Another option with a different offset....would be the 720 ST rim. I should make my wife ride in the back to. ROFL Quote Link to comment
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