1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, Cheyenne, Silverado
Shop Wheels for 1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base
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The 1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base, along with Cheyenne and Silverado trims, rolls on an 8x165.1 bolt pattern with a 116.6mm center bore. Your truck originally wore 16x6.5 front wheels and 16x6 rear wheels, giving it that classic staggered setup. We stock premium brands like Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, and American Truxx—all verified to bolt directly onto your C3500.
Finding the right wheels for your truck shouldn't be complicated. Every wheel we offer is personally checked to ensure it fits your C3500 perfectly, and we ship free throughout the lower 48 states. Whether you're drawn to the durability of Black Rhino, the performance edge of Fuel 1PC, or the classic appeal of American Racing and Tuff, your upgrade is just a few clicks away.
1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 8x165.1 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 116.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. This truck runs a factory staggered setup: 16x6.5 +127 front and 16x6 -137 rear.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
89 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base Compatible Wheel Sizes — Rear Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x6 | -150 to -137 | 225/75R16, 235/85R16, 245/75R16 | 4. Check tyre fitment suitability |
| 16x6.5 | -150 to -137 | 225/75R16, 235/85R16, 245/75R16 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Chevrolet C3500
- Fuel Forged — FF12, FF19, FF41
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Assault, Blitz
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- American Racing — AR924, VN507
- Heritage Wheel — Bushido, Ebisu
Complete Your 1996 Chevrolet C3500 Base Build
- Chevrolet C3500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C3500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C3500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C3500 brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers