Chevrolet C10 Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Chevrolet C10 used 5x5" (5x127 mm) and 6x5.5" (6x139.7 mm) bolt pattern variations from 1967 to 1987 along with tire diameters ranging from 26.9" to 28.9" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Chevrolet C10 years and options. In this case, it's recommended to use a Full-Size tire similar to the tires currently on your vehicle as your spare. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Chevrolet C10 spare tire.
1973-1987 Chevrolet C10 Spare Tires
This generation of the Chevrolet C10 began in 1973 and was available through 1987. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
Although there was a facelift redesign introduced in 1981, the spare tire requirements remained the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| C10 R10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size | ||
| 1986 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3-28.9" | Full Size |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1977 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1976 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1975 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1974 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1973 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5x5" (127 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
1967-1972 Chevrolet C10 Spare Tires
This generation of the Chevrolet C10 began in 1967 and was available through 1972. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1970 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 26.9-27.1" | Full Size |
| 1969 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 26.9-27.1" | Full Size |
| 1968 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 26.9-27.1" | Full Size |
| 1967 | Chevrolet | C10 | 6x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 26.9-27.1" | Full Size |