8 lug wheel interchange, Dodge & Chevy?

[Richard/SIA]

I'm trying to buy a 57 C3500, 1 ton Chevrolet flat-bed dump.

It will make a great car hauler for my sports cars.

It has "Split" rims, which the tire shops HATE, most will not touch them.

I also have an old Dodge motor-home I am scrapping, about a '74 I think.
It has eight lug 16.5" rims that are NOT the "split" type.

Any chance these will interchange for use on the Chevy?
If so it would save me quite a bit of $$$, not having to buy seven modern rims!

 

[droptop62]

I don't know about the old ones.
I do know that todays dodge and GM 8 lug interchange.
If the wheels you have do not interchange, I would bet that a "Wanted" ad on craigslist could lead to some inexpensive wheels.

 

[biscaynewagon]

Richard,

I think they're the same (98% sure) but if you do that you might throw the speedometer needle out a bit. Just make sure backspacing is good on the front; not hitting the ball joint.

Same case I have, just bought a 62 one ton and I am having the same problem not sure what to do yet, BUT you could still buy those 7.00x18 tires brand new.

 

[bobs409]

I'm not sure on the older ones either but the newer ones interchange between Chevy, Dodge and Ford. Makes finding them real easy!

I just got a set of 4 with almost new tires on at the junkyard for $100 bucks. (got real lucky on them) They have the Dodge insignia stamped in them but fit right on my 71 C20.


Bob

 

[droptop62]

I'm not sure on the older ones either but the newer ones interchange between Chevy, Dodge and Ford.
Bob

I know the newer Fords do not interchange with Chevy and Dodge. I had custom wheels on my 2007 Ford F350 and the bolt pattern is different from my new GMC.
I do not know what years fit what.

 

[w ogden]

From my experience at the store the early 8 lug will interchange and allow you to get rid of those splits. I would check the offset and look for any alignment pins. I have seen guys cut off the alignment pins to use rims before. If they work out I would hand torque the lugs to spec and recheck them at 25 miles,100 miles and at 1000. I found that the bud rims are a constant threat for loose lugs. Seen more than you would want to know about.