I swapped the 15 x 7 TQ Thrust "D"s on my '68 Camaro with the 15 x 7 Rally wheels on my '56 Chevy Del Ray Coupe. 225/60 x 15 BFG TA's fit both rather nicely with 3-3/4" bs. Also, 225/70 x 15 fit the tri-fives well too. Five spokes look HOT on a tri-five. 1956-57 Chevy shoe boxes have very similar fender well openings.
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Where can I get Wheels for my 1956 Chevrolet truck?
Classic Industries offers a wide selection of Wheels for your 1956 Chevrolet Truck. Classic Industries offers 1956 Chevrolet Truck Aftermarket Wheels and 1956 Chevrolet Truck Original Style Wheels.
What is the difference between 1955 and 1956 GM wheels?
Starting with most 1956 wheels, GM welded the two pieces together for fewer leaks and reduced production costs. (See Photo # 5.) The only difference between the 1955 and 1956 wheels is that the 1956 wheels have a small extra “bead” where the small hubcap snapped into place.
What year did Chevy start putting 6 inch wheels on cars?
Chevrolet states in literature, such as the “Finger-Tip Facts” books that starting in 1959, a 6-inch wide wheel was standard on station wagons and that the tire for this car was the wider tire.
What kind of wheels does a Chevy have?
All of the wheels are two-piece wheels that are either riveted or welded together. The 1955 and early 1956 Chevy wheels were the last of the riveted wheels for passenger cars. (See Photo # 4.)
What is the bolt pattern on a 1956 Chevy?
5x4-3/4-inchDesigned specifically for the 1955, 1956 and 1957 Chevy, our new O.E. Tri Five Chevy steel wheel is available in several sizes. It has a single 5x4-3/4-inch bolt pattern, and features a dimpled outer rim to accept stock Tri Five hubcaps.
What is the wheel base of a 1956 Chevy truck?
Chevrolet Task ForceChevrolet Task Force SeriesDimensionsWheelbase114.0 in (2,896 mm) 123.0 in (3,124 mm) 172.0 in (4,369 mm)ChronologyPredecessorChevrolet Advance Design15 more rows
Do all Chevy rims have the same bolt pattern?
Most manufacturers, such as Chevy, will use the same bolt pattern for all of their vehicles or use the same bolt pattern within their different classes of vehicles. As stated before, most Chevy trucks and SUVs use the Chevy six-lug bolt pattern.
How do you know if wheels are compatible?
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How much did a 1956 Chevy truck cost new?
$1,619Prices. The price for a new Chevy 3100 in 1956 was $1,619. That might look inexpensive in modern times, but it was a hefty price back then. Even more, the price had increased from $1,494 for the 1955 model.
How much does a 1956 Chevy truck weigh?
FeaturesEngine Location :FrontDrive Type :Rear WheelProduction Years for Series :1955 - 1958Price :$1,300-$2,300Weight :2375 lbs | 1077.282 kg
Are all Chevy 5 lugs the same?
Yes a 5 bolt pattern on GM trucks are the same. And since you are increasing the diameter of the rims it should not interfere with the brake calipers.
What is the standard Chevy bolt pattern?
So if you're using a big Olds rear end, you likely have a 5x5 bolt pattern. Chevrolet and GMC starting using this bolt pattern in 1971 for its light two-wheel drive trucks after phasing out the six lug bolt pattern.
What is GM bolt pattern?
For instance, General Motors wheels had two common bolt patterns, 5x4-3/4-inch and 5x5-inch. The smaller pattern is extremely common, as Camaro, Corvette, Chevelle and many more GM makes and models featured the 5x4-3/4-inch pattern.
What rims are interchangeable?
Luckily, you can get an interchangeable rim from any vehicle. You only have to ensure the old wheel's bolt patterns, wheel size, and wheel offset is the same as the new one. You can either find the right size of the new wheel by checking the sticker label on the inside driver's door or by measuring the rim.
Which rims will fit my car?
The two easiest ways are to check the sticker plate in your car, it should be located inside the driver side door, or look online for the vehicle specifications for your exact make and model. That should tell you the standard rim size.
Do 5 lug universal rims fit all cars?
No, there is no such thing as a universal wheel. Numerous factors come into play when deciding what wheels can go on your vehicle. Two of the most critical factors are the wheel's diameter and width. Every car will have a range of wheel diameter sizes of several inches that will securely and adequately fit.
What is the difference between a 1956 and 1955 wheel?
The only difference between the 1955 and 1956 wheels is that the 1956 wheels have a small extra “bead” where the small hubcap snapped into place. (See Photo # 6.) The measurements are all the same and once the full hubcap is installed you would not know the difference between a 1955 and 1956 wheel.
How many nubs are on a 1955 Chevy?
The 1955-1961 Chevy wheels had four nubs to secure the large wheel covers. (See Photo #11.) The 1962-1964 Chevy wheels do not have nubs to secure the full wheel covers but had a pair of nubs stamped in the outer part of the wheel, just above the valve stem hole. (See Photo # 12.)
What year did the G and M wheels come together?
Most 1955-1958 wheels that I have seen have the “G” and the “M” separated by a lug hole. (See Photo # 9.) Most of the 1959-1964 wheels that 1 have seen have the “GM” together and on a raised area of the center disk. (See Photo # 10.) The 1955-1961 Chevy wheels had four nubs to secure the large wheel covers. (See Photo #11.)
What year were the wheels riveted?
The 1955 and early 1956 Chevy wheels were the last of the riveted wheels for passenger cars. (See Photo # 4.) Starting with most 1956 wheels, GM welded the two pieces together for fewer leaks and reduced production costs. (See Photo # 5.)
What year was the first GM wheel with a second drop?
It is difficult to measure the second drop, so that figure is approximate. (The first wheel with a second drop is the 6-inch wide 1959-1961 wheel.) I believe that every wheel was supposed to have a “GM” stamping on the center disk, but it is often faint or missing. There were two types of stampings.
How many different wheels were there in 1963?
The 1963 models were the only model year to have four different wheels. Early 1963 model wheels were the same as the 1962 wheels. Later 1963 model wheels were the same as the 1964 wheels. There are at least two photos of every wheel that should help you identify a wheel. Below there is a list of identifying characteristics for each wheel.
What is the wheel diameter of a tire?
The “wheel diameter” is the distance that matches the opening of the tire. You have to approximate with the tape measure where this distance starts and ends. (See Photo # 1.) The “wheel width” is the distance in between the metal as measured in Photo # 2.
What is a chrome smoothie wheel?
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Who created the S/S wheel?
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How tall is a chrome lug nut?
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What size lug pattern does a magnum 500 have?
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When was the Cragar S/S wheel introduced?
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What is a 2 piece barrel wheel?
This is a 2-piece cast center forged barrel wheel which looks like the steel rally wheels. These are designed and manufactured for today's larger modern tires. Sold individually. Includes a fully polished center cap. Lug...
What is a magnum 500?
Offered by a number of car lines, the Magnum 500 is one of the all time favorite OEM style wheels in the muscle car world. This "Magnum 500" style replacement wheel features a chrome plated face with black painted slots and...
Wheel Dimensions
There are four important measurements that are used to categorize and identify a wheel for fitment purposes.
How To Measure Wheel Bolt Pattern
If there is an EVEN number of lugs: Measure center-to-center on lugs directly across from each other.
Hub Center Bore
Hub Center Bore: Relates to the center hole in the wheel that centers the wheel on the hub of the car. Since most wheels are mass produced, they have a large center bore to accommodate several different vehicles. If this is the case, it is recommended that you use a hub ring.
Wheel Offset
Wheel offset is the distance from the mounting surface of the wheel to the true center line of the rim. A positive offset means the mounting surface of the wheel is positioned in front of the true center line of the rim / tire assembly. This in effect brings the tire in to the fender well more.
What Rims Will Fit My Chevy?
If you own a Chevy truck and you are on the hunt for rims, it is understandable why you may go directly for GMC rims. Trucks from both Chevrolet and GMC look almost identical.
Which GMC and Chevy Models Have Compatible Rims?
To narrow down your search on whether, GMC rims will fit a Chevy, let us look at the models that have compatible rims. In most cases, GMC rims usually easily fit the Chevy Silverado.
Will GMC Stock Rims Fit Chevy Silverado?
Yes, they will, as long as they have the same bolt pattern. People have switched GMC stock rims with Chevy’s for years because both wheels feature the same size and wheel pattern.
Does General Motors Use the Same Bolt Pattern?
As you may already know, these two car models come from the same company, which is General Motors. And that’s why some of the designs look similar.
Are All 6 Lug Wheels the Same?
Just because a set of rims are all 6 lug wheels, that doesn’t mean they are the same. This is something most car owners overlook and if you are not keen, you may put your brake system at risk of being bonded by the contour of a different 6 lug wheel.
How Do Newer OEM GMC Wheels Compare to Used Ones?
New rims will always be better than used ones because of many reasons. A used GMC wheel will definitely have some signs of wear and tear.
What are 6 Lug Bolt Patterns?
These are usually made for trucks, SUVs, and vans. Out of the many bolt patterns that exist, 6 lug bolt patterns are the most common ones.
