What common tire size are some of you using on your stock 16" rims? Just a daily driver truck. No loads. No 8 ply needed. Thanks
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I'm dealing with a bunch of knuckleheads at the tire shops here. Is there a different rim I can interchange on this T Cab that won't make the tire guy's head explode??? A 15" perhaps? And can I use a Chevy passenger car rim if I use a spacer? Sheesh. I'm going' nuts just trying to get a set of tires.sals54
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Sal, don't get too wide of a tire. That was my mistake both times and the truck is really hard to steer. I keep buying Mud-N-Snow tires and they're too wide. Also, I have been running tubeless on my '62 for nearly fifteen years with no problems. Les Schwab in Redding doesn't seem to have much of any problems with my trucks, or the wagon for that matter. I just have to remind them no lift. Their lift is flat and it crushes my muffler.Home of the famous Mr. Ed!
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Ron Smith
Where the heck is Fawn Lodge, CA?
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Originally posted by sals54 View PostWhat common tire size are some of you using on your stock 16" rims? Just a daily driver truck. No loads. No 8 ply needed. Thanks
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Originally posted by 8E12T6 View PostI think you are talking about a 1/2 Ton Champ. Are your rims 5 on 4 1/2 OR like the older pickups 5 on 5? We used to run Buick 15" rims of the same vintage on our 1952 pickup. There should be lots of options available. What size came on it from the factory, maybe 600 - 16? I would try to get something close to original. Best of luck on your search/selection and enjoy the Champ............sals54
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Originally posted by PackardV8 View PostThe best 16" light truck tire for Studes is the Michelin 215/85-16"; no, they're not the CASO choice, just the best.
jack vines
EdEd Sallia
Dundee, OR
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