1987 GMC G2500 Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1987 GMC G2500
The Rally, Rally STX, and Vandura trims of the 1987 GMC G2500 all share a straightforward 5x127 bolt pattern and 77.8mm center bore. Your truck originally rolled on 15x6 wheels, but you've got genuine room to explore. We stock Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, and LOCK OFFROAD options that fit perfectly on your G2500.
Every wheel we offer for your truck is individually verified to bolt on correctly before it ships. Whether you stick with 15-inch diameter or upgrade to 16 or 17-inch wheels, you'll find multiple width and offset combinations ready to go. Best of all, we ship free to the lower 48 states, so upgrading your G2500's look is easier than ever.
1987 GMC G2500 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1987 GMC G2500 uses a 5x127 bolt pattern shared across Rally, Rally STX, and Vandura trims. The stock wheel is 15x6 with an 11mm offset. You can step up to 15x7, 15x7.5, or 15x8, or go bigger with 16-inch options in 6.5 to 8 inches wide, 17-inch wheels in 7 to 7.5 inches, all while staying compatible with your van's setup.
Make sure any wheel you choose has a 5x127 bolt pattern—nothing else will fit your lug holes. Your hub bore measures 77.8mm; use hub-centric rings on any wheel with a larger center bore to ensure a safe, vibration-free fit. Avoid extreme offsets or very wide wheel-and-tire combos, as aggressive sizing risks contact with the fender or suspension components on a classic van chassis.
Every wheel we offer for your G2500 is verified to bolt on straight. All orders ship free in the lower 48 states. We stock trusted names like Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, and LOCK OFFROAD in sizes that fit your van.
1987 GMC G2500 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x127 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 77.8mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 15x6 wheels at a +11 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1987 GMC G2500 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | -19 to +15 | 225/75R15, J78-15, 235/75R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | -19 to +15 | 225/75R16 | — |
| 15x7 | -19 to +15 | 205/75R15, 215/75R15, 30/9.50R15 | — |
| 16x7 | -19 to +15 | 205/80R16, 215/75R16, 215/85R16 | — |
| 17x7 | -19 to +15 | 215/70R17, 225/70R17, 225/75R17 | — |
| 15x7.5 | -19 to +15 | 215/75R15, 30/9.50R15, 205/75R15 | — |
| 16x7.5 | -19 to +15 | 205/80R16, 215/75R16, 215/85R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | -19 to +15 | 215/70R17, 225/70R17, 225/75R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | -19 to +15 | 225/60R18 | — |
| 15x8 | -19 to +15 | 215/75R15, 30/9.50R15, 205/75R15 | — |
| 16x8 | -19 to +15 | 205/80R16, 215/75R16, 215/85R16 | — |
| 17x8 | -19 to +15 | 215/70R17, 225/70R17, 225/75R17 | — |
| 18x8 | -19 to +15 | 225/60R18 | — |
| 19x8 | -19 to +15 | 235/55R19 | — |
| 20x8 | -19 to +15 | 235/55R20 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +null to +15 | 235/55R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x9.5 | +null to +15 | 235/55R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
Best Wheel Brands for the GMC G2500
- 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 1987 GMC G2500 Build
- GMC G2500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G2500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G2500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G2500 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