1981 GMC P3500 Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1981 GMC P3500
Showing 8 of 8+ wheels compatible with the 1981 GMC P3500
Your 1981 GMC P3500 Base and Value Van models roll on a distinctive 8x165.1 bolt pattern with a 117.0mm center bore. The stock setup features a 16x6.5 wheel with a 15-inch offset. At ThreePiece.us, we maintain in-stock options from Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff—all verified to bolt directly onto your truck.
Finding the right wheel for a classic GMC P3500 requires precision, which is why every fitment in our catalog has been tested for your specific bolt pattern and center bore. Choose from compatible sizes including 14x7, 16x6.5, 16.5x6.5, and 16.5x6.75 options. We ship free to the lower 48 states, making it simple to upgrade your P3500's stance.
1981 GMC P3500 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 +15 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
9/16 UNF
Torque Spec
105 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1981 GMC P3500 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x6.5 | +null to +15 | 245/75R16, 225/75R16, 215/85R16 | — |
| 16.5x6.5 | +null to +15 | 8.75-16.5 | — |
| 16.5x6.75 | +null to +15 | 8.75-16.5 | — |
| 14x7 | +null to +15 | 6.95-14 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the GMC P3500
- 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 1981 GMC P3500 Build
- GMC P3500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC P3500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC P3500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC P3500 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