1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, LS
Shop Wheels for 1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base
Showing 8 of 8+ wheels compatible with the 1996 Chevrolet Express 2500
The 1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base is a heavy-duty diesel workhorse popular for both work and show. Upgrading your wheels is the single biggest visual and performance improvement you can make. At ThreePiece, we carry thousands of aftermarket wheels verified to bolt directly onto your 1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base — no guesswork, no adapters.
Every wheel we sell for the Express 2500 is cross-referenced against the factory 8x165.1 bolt pattern and 117mm hub bore. The stock wheel is a 16x6.5 at +18 offset. All orders ship free within the continental US.
1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 8x165.1 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 117mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 16x6.5 wheels at a +18 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
89 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x6.5 | -6 to +18 | 225/75R16 | — |
| 16x7 | -8 to +20 | 225/75R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +null to +20 | 245/70R17 | — |
| 17x8 | +null to +20 | 245/70R17 | — |
| 17x8.5 | -10 to +35 | 265/65R17 | — |
| 17x9 | -7 to +30 | 265/65R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Chevrolet Express 2500
- 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 Express 2500 Base Build
- Chevrolet Express 2500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet Express 2500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet Express 2500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet Express 2500 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
Ready to Upgrade Your 1996 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base?
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