Thread: 1956 Chevy 210 Handyman Wagon

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Yup agreed on the sidewall thing. Rubber band tires aren't for me. I couldn't run them on these roads anyway, even if I wanted to. Wouldn't last a week, the potholes would eat them up.
I put 45 series Nitto's on my truck and they have some good sidewall height. I am leaning towards 17's and 18's to give it the same tire rake the truck has now. Besides, the tire choice is better then 15's or 16's.
We'll see, I'll be pulling the back rims off tomorrow to check the drum brakes. may as do all four corners while I am at it... I'll measure everything up for tire fitment then.

Originally Posted by astroracer

Yup agreed on the sidewall thing. Rubber band tires aren't for me. I couldn't run them on these roads anyway, even if I wanted to. Wouldn't last a week, the potholes would eat them up.
I put 45 series Nitto's on my truck and they have some good sidewall height. I am leaning towards 17's and 18's to give it the same tire rake the truck has now. Besides, the tire choice is better then 15's or 16's.
We'll see, I'll be pulling the back rims off tomorrow to check the drum brakes. may as do all four corners while I am at it... I'll measure everything up for tire fitment then.

Mark, not that you need my input but I think 18's & 17's are probably a good approach. You get a bit of "rubber rake", tires should be available long term, and you can maintain some sidewall.