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expavr · 05-27-2019, 11:39 AM

“I think it’s worth the effort to keep them in service if they are not damaged, heavily rusted, etc.”.
I agree with Stu. I was able to cull thru two sets of the OEM 17” rims and make up one set of 17” rims and tires that are original and would pass muster for judging. If you decide to go this route I would recommend that you have the locking rings magnafluxed for cracks. The acquisition of Blucar’s tonner chassis or a search for another set of 17” rims to modify for radials opens the door to the radial option without losing the value of the OEM rims to your truck. As I recall the cost to remove the centers, weld them to a radial rim and balance was about $150.00/each. If you’re interested PM me and I’ll look for the invoice and vendor name. I found that the radials made a big difference in handling especially at freeway speeds (60+ MPH).

05-27-2019, 11:39 AM	#11
expavr Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hansville, WA Posts: 776	Re: 1940 1 ton express “I think it’s worth the effort to keep them in service if they are not damaged, heavily rusted, etc.”. I agree with Stu. I was able to cull thru two sets of the OEM 17” rims and make up one set of 17” rims and tires that are original and would pass muster for judging. If you decide to go this route I would recommend that you have the locking rings magnafluxed for cracks. The acquisition of Blucar’s tonner chassis or a search for another set of 17” rims to modify for radials opens the door to the radial option without losing the value of the OEM rims to your truck. As I recall the cost to remove the centers, weld them to a radial rim and balance was about $150.00/each. If you’re interested PM me and I’ll look for the invoice and vendor name. I found that the radials made a big difference in handling especially at freeway speeds (60+ MPH).