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75gmck25: Thanks for the update. I was kinda thinking the same thing, that the wheel manufacturer was making wheels for everybody. A bit worrisome though. Using my testing system, from another poster, I'm pretty sure the lug holes will match the lugs. Wheel width, not too sure. I understand lug...- zipwit
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CalSgt: I understand about having the tire shop test fit the wheel. But the spare is going to go in another vehicle, not the truck. So there will be nothing for them to match it with. That is the center of the problem: the truck won't be there. And yeah, I know I need a road jack. I've changed...- zipwit
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csteW47: Yeah, did the template thing, too. It worked. Thanks- zipwit
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Corvette Ed: Yeah, Harbor Freight. 4 ton bottle jack is less than $25.00.- zipwit
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Thanks for your help, guys. Grit dog: Wheel's not off yet. One jack leaks. The other...well... Took your advice, though. From hole center to hole center at 180 degrees is 6.5". The old bottle jack I put under the axle is too big. Next week I'll get a floor jack and a 4 ton bottle jack for the...- zipwit
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GD: Thanks for your advice. I'm going to hit the hay now. I will try what you say tomorrow and get back to ya.- zipwit
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I'm new to this site. Also I don't pretend to be any kind of mechanic. I'm here because I have a problem with my '78 C20 3/4-ton Scottsdale. I'm trying to remove a tire at home. The old screw jack that came with the truck is jammed and I currently am soaking it in a tub of motor oil to hopefully...- zipwit
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