1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Magnavan, Rally, Rally Camper Special, Rally STX, Vandura, Vandura Special
Shop Wheels for 1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan
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The 1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan and its sibling trims—Rally, Rally Camper Special, Rally STX, Vandura, and Vandura Special—all share the same 8x165.1 bolt pattern. Your stock wheels measure 16.5x6.75 inches, and we've verified every upgrade wheel to bolt on perfectly. We stock premium brands including Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff.
Finding the right fitment for your van has never been easier. Choose from three compatible sizes: 16.5x6, 16.5x6.5, or 16.5x6.75 inches. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states, so you can upgrade your Magnavan's appearance with confidence and no hidden costs.
1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan uses an 8x165.1 bolt pattern with a 117.0mm hub-centric center bore. The factory wheel is a 16.5x6.75 with 15mm offset. You can stay with that size or drop to 16.5x6 or 16.5x6.5 widths—all three bolt right on without modification. Since this van runs a square setup, there's no staggered versus square decision to make.
Only wheels with an 8x165.1 bolt pattern will fit your Magnavan; nothing else threads home. If you choose a wheel with a center bore larger than 117.0mm, you'll need hub-centric rings to center it properly on the hub. Going significantly wider or running an aggressive negative offset risks rubbing the fenders and suspension components, so stick with conservative sizing to avoid contact issues.
We carry Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff—all verified to fit your van. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states.
1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan 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 16.5x6.75 wheels at a +15 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
9/16 UNF
Torque Spec
105 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16.5x6 | -6 to +15 | 8.75-16.5 | — |
| 16.5x6.5 | -6 to +15 | 225/75R16.5 | — |
| 16.5x6.75 | -6 to +15 | 8.75-16.5 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the GMC G3500
- 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 1988 GMC G3500 Magnavan Build
- GMC G3500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G3500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G3500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC G3500 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