Category: Wheels & Tires
Price: $85
Private or Vendor Listing: Private Listing
Part fits (you may select multiples): Accord, CRX & pre '92 Civic, '92+ Civic/EL & Del Sol, '06+ Civic/CSX
Item Condition: OR
Shipping Information: Item can be shipped
Engine: Part suitable for gas truck

Yes, same money. In situations where we are shipping bare wheels we will pass on to the buyer the exact amount it costs one of us to have tires pulled and recycled. It's cheaper than paying shipping with tires. Since you are picking up a set from Michael hopefully you can take them with tires. In a rare case where a set has nearly new tires (no wear, cracks, scars, etc) we will ask $25 each for the tires. Beats paying $200+ for new ones. Otherwise the tire and wheel are $85 together and it's the buyer's decision whether to use the old tires or have them recycled. Stu

 

That all sounds good. So I would definately wish to purchase a set of 7 or 6. When do you think they can be in Portland?

 

Hard to know. Last summer we had none for several months, then had our yard come up with several sets all at once. Those I hauled back to Illinois. We thought another set was to become available at that time, but it didn't pan out. Stu

 

The tire shops in Phoenix will not replace the 8.25 x 20 tires on my 1954 C600 COE because they are 5 lug on 8 inch widowmaker split rims. A guy in Tucson has a set of split rims with the ring on the outside for $100 each. Is this my best option? Will the one piece 19.5's clear the drum on my two speed rear end?

 

If the 20" wheels are straight and rust free, which must be assumed being that they are AZ desert wheels, they are a great solution for you. You'll also want to inspect for sloppy lug holes that can result from improper nut torque. They might be a bit pricey, but you'll have no shipping expense.

With any of the two piece wheels it is critical to ensure that the rims and rings remain together as matched sets. Mix matching designs, and even widths within the same design, is very dangerous. If you get loose rings and rims I can help you mate up the sets.

Most of these wheels will be either 4.33", 5.00", or 6.00" wide when measured down inside across the inner rim base. The 4.33" and 5.00" are best suited to 7.50 x 20" tires. The 6.00" is needed if you intend to stay with 8.25 x 20" tires.

The 19.5" x 6" wide Budd #89340s will clear rear drums. You will find, however, that the recommended 8R19.5" tires are about 4" shorter in diameter than your present 8.25 x 20s. If you go with the 7.50 x 20s the difference will be about 3". Even though shorter in diameter, the 19.5s look correct mounted on the truck. Hope that helps. If questions remain please say. Stu

 

Thanks Stu!
The tire shop said they would work on the external split rims. I did not ask the width of the rims from the salvage yard, I think they came off a military bus. I will ask more questions before driving 3 hours to inspect them. I'm hoping he will make me a better deal for 6. Not sure what to offer him. I can't believe many people call him looking for these, or am I wrong?

 

No, you're not wrong. Most guys opt for the tubeless variety anymore. As for price, it's hard to say. If you're dealing with one of the big AZ yards, like DVAP, they know their stuff is golden to us rust belt types. It's been a few years since I've been down your way but know the yards I hit were real proud of their stuff. Stu

 

Hi Stu,
i am looking for a set of 19.5 wheels like you had listed and sold. 5 x 8" bolt pattern to fit 1938 ford truck. Currently I have the old split rim style and would like to change radials for safety and better balance. Do have any or know someone who may. Thanks for your time Terry C.

 

Terry - I do have several sets here in Illinois. As I think through it, however, I don't recall having anyone with a 1938 or earlier truck make this conversion. Your truck is the last of the mechanical brake era, and has 15.125" ID rear drums. Later juice brake trucks have 15" ID rear drums. I don't know whether that 1/8" ID was teamed with a correspondingly larger outside drum diameter. I'd hate to have you buy wheels then find you need a rear spacer, for instance, to achieve drum clearance. I see you live in Michigan which is a long way to gamble on shipping.

Are your original 20" wheels not worthy of continued use, or are you just wanting the ease of tubeless radials? The tube type two piece wheels of your era can still be used if undamaged. Another option for you would be the 22.5" tubeless wheels. I have no question that these would clear your drums. A drawback to them is narrow tire availability. The narrowest available today is a 9R22.5" which equates to an 8.25" x 20" tube type. If you wish to try the 19.5s and wish to perhaps start with shipping one to check rear drum clearance I'll be happy to do that. Stu

 

I am also looking for a set (6) of 1 piece widow maker replacement wheels for my "new" toy. Finally got her running & am dying to get on the road!

 

I can fix you up. I see you are in Mississippi. I can ship you a set without tires, or can ship with tires if you wish. The tires aren't great, some fine cracking, but might get you by until you can get new ones. If you read back through this thread I've listed the R&L Carriers phone number to allow you to call for a shipping quote. I deliver to their Springfield depot where they shrink wrap the wheels to a pallet. If you can pick up at a depot on your end it saves money. A pallet of six bare wheels weighs right at 300 lbs. About twice that weight with tires. Stu

 

Thank you sir. Let me see how available & affordable tires would be locally & I'll let you know if I need just wheels or both. What is the best way to contact you?
Corey B

 

This works, or the direct email is stu_sandymcmillan at sbcglobal dot net.

Edit - in your search for tires, I'd suggest you focus on the 8R19.5" size because they are a taller diameter than the other 225/70R19.5" size that is appropriate for a 6" wide rim. The 8R19.5" tire will very closely match the stock 18" wheels and 7.00 x 18" tires that came on F-4s. Stu

 

Hello Stu, I recently purchased a 53 F500. I've gone through the brakes and fuel system and am now looking to replace the wheels and tires. If you still have a set of the 19.5s I'm interested. I could make central illinois a day trip as I live next door in southern indiana.

 

Yes, I have a few sets here. I'm in the Springfield area and real close to both I-55 and I-72. My email is in the above post, so I can give you directions. Stu