I don't know how much you are in love with your original wheels? But, if you are open to options, I have 235x80's on my '47, first, and they look great, stock GM Al wheels, had to bore out slightly to fit 4wd front axle. Come in 6 and 8 lug. 17's are getting more popular in the States.

Ed



'37 GMC T-18 w/ DD 4-53T, RTO-610, 6231 aux., '95 GMC running gear, full disc brakes, power steering, 22.5 wheels and tires.
'47 GMC 1 ton w/ 302, NP-540, 4wd, full width Blazer front axle.
'54 GMC 630 w/ 503 gasser, 5 speed, ex fire truck, shortened WB 4', install 8' bed.
'55 GMC 370 w/270, 420 4 speed, grain, dump bed truck from ND. Works OK.