Tires for 53 chevy 3100

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  1. Jim G

    Jim G Member

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    I need some suggestions as to tire replacements for a 53 Chevy 3100 truck that I am "restoring" - not to pristine shape but to usable shape. Any suggestions are welcome for someone who is new to all of this.
    Thanks. Jim G:)
     
    Jim G, Apr 30, 2012
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  2. vwnate1

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    Info needed !

    What size rims does it have now ?

    16"

    15"

    14" ?? (gasp)
     
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  3. Jim G

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    tires for 53

    The rims/tires are 16. thanks
     
    Jim G, May 2, 2012
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  4. Root2812

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    I'm running 215-85R16 and they are almost the same height and width as stock. They are spendy new but I got them free because they were takeoffs from my uncles 2007 1 ton silverado.
     
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    Tires

    That's : LT215/85R16 as this is a big , heavy old sumgun and even if you never plan to work it , safety is critical .

    Passenger car tires are dangerous on trucks .
     
    vwnate1, May 4, 2012
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  6. Root2812

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    Yeah they are LT's. They came off a 1 ton so they better be tough enough for my 50
     
    Root2812, May 5, 2012
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