G10 G20 G30 Full size Chevy Van New wheels American Racing Torq Thrust II Wheels

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Be sure to subscribe and hit the bell icon as I am going to make another video showing what it will look like without staggering the wheels. I will place the 2 rear 20 inch wheels on the drivers side and then the 2 fronts on the drivers side. Should be interesting to see.

[@gerlandkent6377]

thank, you for you're video. Random vanners east coast of virginia. 2%

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Thank you for replying and watching my videos.

[@darylheeter5406]

good info all i need is a van looking all the time

[@joellekarma]

I stated fallowing you last month. I really enjoy your channel. I I bought a 1983 Chevy van. Your videos are very helpful. Can you put a 1/2" spacer on the rear so the 15" Cragar will fit the 1982 van. I know its easier said than done. I love the old school look of traditional Cragars. It's your van do what makes you happy. I'm poor so all my van got was factory pickup rally wheels. Glad I can airbrush and do some cool art on mine. Keep making the informative videos they are very helpful.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Thanks so much for watching. To answer your question YES the spacers will work. But I would NOT recommend them instead I recommend that you use Spacer adapters from BORA they are USA made and forged from high strength 6061t6 aluminum and guarantied NOT to break and fall off. They are a LOT more money about $150 for the pair but your life is worth the money. Chinese spacers are junk. I am NOT a paid endorser of BORA and get nothing out of recommending them except that I steered you in the correct direction. Slip On Spacers (1-29mm) require extended lug studs/bolts which also require you to pull the axels to install longer studs. There should be a full 6 turns on the lug bolt or lug nut to provide adequate thread engagement. www.customwheeloffset.com/store/spacers/27639/aluminum-125in-bora-spacer Cheap Wheel Spacers are Bad! Buy BORA Wheel Spacers Instead kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH7RYZ6opKapipY Do NOT Buy Wheel Spacers || Watch First kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmHSdH6fmNxopsU

[@joellekarma]

@@ricksteelcustoms3196 My uncle is a machinist and can make them out of good steel and I will order racing lug nuts that are longer. I agree I wont use cheep Chinese crud.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

@@joellekarma Awesome bro!

[@gerlandkent6377]

nice, looking van.

[@Ruckerization]

My dad and I are not close but I have his love of vans. He had a 70s dodge and Chevy shorty. I have a 95 windowless shorty g20

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

I hear you brother I myself haven't spoken with my father since 2007 and then he died 6/2/21 I don't miss him at all but I wish things had been different. I try to remember the good times but they were so far and in-between. One of the good times is when I was 11 he bought a 1972 Chevy full size G20 that he had converted into a camper and he took my brother and I to the beach and overnight camping in there mountains a couple of times. Anyway it is cool that you also have a 95 shorty windowless van. I will check out your videos, thanks for subscribing! I have a bunch more Van videos coming soon.

[@LeelandDomino]

Hey Rick!! Awesome Awesome content my friend... I was so stoked to find your channel cause I also have 2 Shorty Chevys... I’ve got a really mint 77’ and a pretty good 78’ so everything your doing to your vans are helping me out big time. I’m gonna make videos and start my channel and I’ll be sure to throw a shout out to yah🤙🏻

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

I would LOVE to see some video of your vans are you going to post some? If you do let me know thanks

[@LeelandDomino]

@@ricksteelcustoms3196 I will I’m just looking at getting some audio microphones so I can have good audio with using my phone then I’ll be posting... I’ll for sure let yah know. Cheers

[@joshandthejam7806]

I have a 79 with 15's. I think i'm going to go up in size and lower for my next build. Love the look.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Thanks for posting.

[@laurencevillegarage]

What brand of front drop spindles did you go with that tuck in a bit? Looks great!

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Thanks for watching. This is what I have done to my white shorty van. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z16rp4qBZ5KhbNU Spindle part numbers are below 1978 G10 G20 G30 Shorty van gets new wheels and tires G10 G20 G30 Full size Chevy Van New wheels The rear wheels are 20" X 10" with 83.06mm hub American Racing VN5152173 VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel Bolt Circle: 5 x 5.00" Rear Spacing: 5.75" Offset: +6 mm Full Polished Finish The front wheels are VN5158873 American Racing Torq Thrust II Wheel 18" x 8" Polished - Bolt: 5x5 - Offset: 0 - Hub Size: 83.06" - Backspace: 4.5" - Full Polished Finish Chevy Van G10 2 and 1/2 inch drop spindles with stock hight springs. And C3 Corvette door mirrors. I installed the 2 and 1/2 offset drop spindles from BROTHERS TRUCK PARTS part number Part #DLS0S0073-87 DROP SPINDLES - OFF-SET 73-87 C10 pickup truck And factory Moog coil springs. Cragars P235 70R 15 brotherstrucks.com www.holley.com/products/suspension_and_chassis/steering_components/spindles_and_knuckles/parts/DLS0S0073-87

[@laurencevillegarage]

Thank you!

[@wmike555]

i actually have a 79 g20 van right now. Its a shorty. Im debating on weather or not im gonna sell it or not.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Did you see my 1978 shorty? I am uploading a new video as I write this. I just lowered it some more in the front. If you sell your shorty and regret it good luck finding another one. If you like the van and don't really need the money I would keep it. They are almost as hard to find as hens teeth.

[@wmike555]

@@ricksteelcustoms3196 I have seen your 78 and I have been inspired by it to do something with this one. I got it for free practically and I've been wanting to buy another Harley so I've considered letting it go but I think your right I'll hang on to it, I plan on making it look good and pulling my little fishing boat with it. I think the 2 will be a perfect combo.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

@@wmike555 That is awesome! I hope you upload some videos I would love to see your van.

[@wmike555]

@@ricksteelcustoms3196 I just might do that. Honestly I think if I make some videos it will keep me motivated to get it done. I might have to pick your brain a little

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

@@wmike555 That is true, making videos keeps me motivated. That is why my van projects are coming together so fast. Let me know how I can help.

[@LeelandDomino]

Rick is there anyway you can tell me the exact tire and wheel size your running on the front and rear?

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Sure Thanks for asking. I am running wheels American Racing Torq Thurst II/Cragar SS 20 x 10 275 40 20 and 18 x 8 on 245 45 18 But If I had it to do over again I would go a little wider on the rear tires because the 275 40 20 is a little "stretched" and I don't like that look. I only used them because I already had them off my 2013 Camaro. So I would go with a 285 40 20 on the rear if you don't like the "stretched" look.

[@LeelandDomino]

@@ricksteelcustoms3196 awesome thanks for the info they look really sharp🤙🏻

[@kevinkipling2827]

I am looking at ordering new wheels. What are the offsets on those new wheels Rick?

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

The rear wheels are 20" X 10" with 83.06mm hub American Racing VN5152173 VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel Bolt Circle: 5 x 5.00" Rear Spacing: 5.75" Offset: +6 mm Full Polished Finish The front wheels are VN5158873 American Racing Torq Thrust II Wheel 18" x 8" Polished - Bolt: 5x5 - Offset: 0 - Hub Size: 83.06" - Backspace: 4.5" - Full Polished Finish

[@robertfrench2962]

You said that's a 20 by 10 in the rear and what backspacing does it have and what tire size?

[@ErnLowk]

I personally love Cragars way more but the other rims are nice if you put a drop in it

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

I like both but I like the Tora Thrust 11's a little more especially since the actually fit my van.

[@ThePerfectSeason1972]

What adjustments on the suspension did you make on the gold van with the craigers ? What would one do if they didn’t want to drop the suspension on it?

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

I sold the Craigers and put a set of 17's on it. The 15's do not work on G20 vans. Only on the G10 vans. And I did not drop the gold van at all.

[@davidaguayo3785]

What's the bolt patten I've been looking for the same rims and where did you got them from

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

G10 G20 G30 Full size Chevy Van New wheels The rear wheels are 20" X 10" with 83.06mm hub American Racing VN5152173 VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel VN515 Series Classic Torq-Thrust II Wheel Bolt Circle: 5 x 5.00" Rear Spacing: 5.75" Offset: +6 mm Full Polished Finish The front wheels are VN5158873 American Racing Torq Thrust II Wheel 18" x 8" Polished - Bolt: 5x5 - Offset: 0 - Hub Size: 83.06" - Backspace: 4.5" - Full Polished Finish

[@nunyabidniz8126]

Question for commenters: what offset to fill up wheelwell when using factory flares? Currently looking like a fat girl with super skinny legs

[@davidgentz1731]

G20 has a bigger shoe in the rear.

[@ricksteelcustoms3196]

Yes I know. That is why the Cragars will not fit it, the drums is also bigger. My 1989 G20 does not have the bigger drums.