2000-2008 GM Wheel Adapter Kit

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DIVERSIFIED METAL FABRICATORS, INC.

509009
00-08 GM C/K25HD
WHEEL ADAPTER KIT

August 2008

SERIAL NUMBER (FRONT) ________________________

SERIAL NUMBER (REAR) ________________________

NOTE:
Please refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts or
inquiring about warranty items.

DMF Š 665 Pylant Street Š Atlanta, Georgia 30306


Parts (404) 607-1684
Phone (404) 875-1512 Š Fax (404) 875-4835
http://www.dmfatlanta.com
DIVERSIFIED METAL FABRICATORS, INC. 509009 05 GM Adapter Kit

GM Wheel Adapter Kit

Description
Diversified Metal Fabricator’s 509009 Wheel Adapter Kit allows for the use of factory Accuride
rims on ‘00-‘08 GM 25HD, 3500 SRW, and 2500 Suburban vehicles for use on rail.

Kit Contents

Spacer Kit w/ wheel (509009)


(5) 28680 Accuride Rim 19.5x6-3/4
(4) 10822 Wheel Adapter
(2) 551002 3/16 Spacer (REAR ONLY)
(32) 10826 M20 Split Flange Lug Nut

Spacer Kit w/o wheels (509014)


(4) 10822 Wheel Adapter
(2) 551002 3/16 Spacer (REAR ONLY)
(32) 10826 M20 Split Flange Lug Nut

Tires
DMF has tested and recommends the following tires for this application:

Mud/Snow/All position
Goodyear G124 245/70R19.5
Michelin XDE M/S 245/70R19.5

Steer/Highway
Goodyear G647 245/70R19.5

Other tires may be suitable but the customer must verify that the tread width is sufficient to
ensure rail coverage.

Lug-Nut Torque
Vehicle Hub to Adapter (14mm) 140 ft-lbs
Adapter to Accuride Rim (20mm) 250+ ft-lbs

Tire Pressure
Tires should be set according to the tire manufacturer’s load charts based on axle loads.
Typically this runs from 75-100 PSI. Ride and tire wear may be improved by avoiding excessive
pressures but low pressures are not safe.

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Installation

Figure 1: Wheel Adapter Assembly

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Remove Stock Wheels & Tires


1. The tires must be mounted and balanced on the Accuride rims.
2. The vehicle should be lifted and properly supported.
3. The stock wheels and tires are removed and the stock lug nuts are retained

Install Steering Stops


4. Remove “Lower Kingpin Nut” from each side
5. Install Steering Stop as shown on each side using provided HNM16 Type C nut.
6. Move Steering from Lock to Lock and verify that Steering Stop is contacting stop
surfaces.

Install Adapters, Wheels & Tires


7. (2) Retaining clips per hub (shown in fig 2) are removed and discarded
8. (4) Wheel Adapters are mounted using stock lug nuts. 3/16” spacers are used on rear
axle only. Torque as specified above.
9. (4) Accuride Rims with tires are mounted to the Wheel Adapter using the provided M20
Split Flange Nuts. Torque as specified above.

Test and Verify Steering Stops


10. Verify that the rims do not contact the Upper A-Arms in any steering position, in normal
suspension position and full suspension droop.
11. If clearance is excessive (+1/2”), the Steering Stops can be carefully ground to provide
maximum steering angle.
12. Verify that all brake, ABS sensor and other wires or hoses are clear in all steering and
suspension positions. Restrain if necessary.

Figure 2: Wheel Adapter Details

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Inspection & Maintenance


• Visually inspect wheels & tires weekly (look for damage, loose hardware etc.)
• After service ensure that wheels were not damaged.
• Check the torque 50 miles after wheel/tire change and every 2000 miles or 6 months.
See Lug-Nut Torque on page 2.

Warnings!
• Never use anti-seize on studs or lug nuts!
• Never use pneumatic (air) wrenches on lug nuts! Hand torque to specifications. Do not
trust tire installers to properly torque lug nuts, tell them that you are going to check
with your own wrench!
• Get or have access to a torque wrench!
• Always inspect the condition of the wheel before and after service!
• Loose lug nuts can lead to metal fatigue and ultimately to wheel failure or broken studs.

Balance & Rotation


Balance and Rotate as necessary/recommended by tire manufacturer. Verify that balance
weights placed on inside bead of rim are clear of obstructions.

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