1988 GMC Safari Wheels & Rims
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The 1988 GMC Safari in Base, SLE, SLT, and SLX trims rolls on a 5x127 bolt pattern with a 77.8mm center bore. Your Safari came equipped with 15x6 stock wheels, giving it a classic mid-eighties presence. At ThreePiece.us, we've verified every wheel to bolt directly onto your van and ships free to the lower 48 states.
Upgrading your Safari's look is easier than ever with our extensive selection from Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, and LOCK OFFROAD. Available sizes range from 15x6 up to 22x12, letting you dial in exactly the stance and style you want. Every wheel we offer fits your Safari perfectly.
1988 GMC Safari Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1988 GMC Safari runs on a 5x127 bolt pattern with a 77.8mm hub-centric center bore. The stock wheel is 15x6 with a 20mm offset. You can step up to 15x6.5, 15x7, 15x8, 16x7.5, 16x8, 17x8, 20x10, 20x12, or 22x10—all compatible across Base, SLE, SLT, and SLX trims with no stagger requirement.
Only wheels with a 5x127 bolt pattern will fit your Safari. Make sure any wheel you choose has a center bore of 77.8mm or smaller; if it's larger, use hub-centric rings to center it properly on the hub. Aggressive offsets or very wide sizes risk rubbing the fender and suspension, so confirm fitment specs before ordering to avoid clearance issues.
Every wheel listed here is verified to bolt on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We stock Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, and LOCK OFFROAD—all ready to ship for your Safari.
1988 GMC Safari Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x127 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 77.8mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 15x6 wheels at a +20 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1988 GMC Safari Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20x10 | -52 to -12 | 285/55R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 22x10 | -52 to -12 | 305/45R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 20x12 | -52 to -12 | 285/65R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 22x12 | -52 to -12 | 325/50R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 15x6 | +10 to +20 | 195/75R15, 205/75R15, 215/75R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | -10 to +10 | 215/75R15, 215/70R15, 225/70R15 | — |
| 15x7 | -10 to +10 | 215/75R15, 215/70R15, 225/70R15 | — |
| 16x7.5 | -10 to +10 | 235/55R16, 235/60R16 | — |
| 15x8 | -10 to +10 | 215/75R15, 235/65R15, 245/60R15 | — |
| 16x8 | -10 to +10 | 235/55R16, 235/60R16 | — |
| 17x8 | -10 to +10 | 225/55R17, 235/50R17 | — |
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Complete Your 1988 GMC Safari Build
- GMC Safari suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC Safari 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