HMMWV wheels on LSSV

[M1075]

I didn't like the 245 tires that were original issue on the LSSV so I decided to try some HMMWV wheels and 33x12.50 tires instead. I used 1/2" spacers on the front and the front tires will rub (slightly) on the upper control arms (at full lock). I think it looks a little more proportional now. What do you think?

 

[bikeman]

looks much better, much more like it should. Maybe paint them green to match the originals more?

 

[M920]

Looks a lot better James!!! Good choice on the wheels....and I actually like the black wheels.....makes it look "tougher"!

 

[combatmech]

Very nice addition!!!

 

[Vintage iron]

I didn't realize that the HMMWV wheel would fit so easy?! truck looks much better! I have a ton of these HMMWV rims and I can't give them away!

 

[scottladdy]

Nice upgrade. Looks like it should now. I also prefer black rims, but that is what I'm used to.

 

[M1075]

Thanks for the input on color. I have always liked black wheels, but I'm going to put some thought into 383 green. I have a few mods/accessories coming that will be black, so I'll wait and see how it all looks together.

I have used 2" bolt-on spacers in the past on M1008s to run HMMWV wheels and tires, but these newer model trucks must have a wider WMS to WMS. Only 1/4" slip on spacer needed to eliminate wheel rubbing and 1/2" slip-on spacer needed to eliminate virtually all tire rubbing (on a 33x12.5 anyway). There is no lift on this truck other than the keys being turned up to level it out. IMHO the tires look good tucked in the wheel wells.

 

[CA_LEO]

I didn't realize that the HMMWV wheel would fit so easy?! truck looks much better! I have a ton of these HMMWV rims and I can't give them away!

I will send you a PM when I have get ready to purchase mine!

M1075, looks great! Where did you pick up your LSSV?

 

[M1075]

This one was from eBay.

 

[UNIMOG-GUY]

I didn't realize that the HMMWV wheel would fit so easy?! truck looks much better! I have a ton of these HMMWV rims and I can't give them away!

So are you offering to give them away for free? If so I'll take 5- 12 bolt shipped to 24060 and yes I'll pay shipping. PM me with the shipping cost.

 

[Vintage iron]

My comment wasn't meant to high jack the thread. Yes, I do have HMMWV listed in the classifieds. Please, pm me or post question there!

Very cool truck! Was the interior beat up much?

 

[M1075]

The interior is really clean. This LSSV never made it to Government hands. It was originally sold for civilian use straight from a dealership.

 

[Vintage iron]

WOW! great find.