That tech tips sheet is exactly what I was looking for, thank you so much. Lots and lots to sift through.

I have been reading the sticky in the big bolts about rims and tires. Lots of good info. I did not see anything on fender turning clearance yet, but I have not finished it either. The rims are not multipiece. I had enough "fun" yesterday trying to get a tire with air on each corner to start seriously considering replacing the rims. This is why I was wondering about the wide tires up front.

Ayway, lots of fun. Thank you for the help


[quote=JW51]Congrats, and don't be shy about dumb questions. Those are the only kind I ask.

Tech tip from this site on reviving an engine:
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/engines/Dead%20Engine%20Start/index.html
There are a few variations here and there, but that one won't steer you wrong. Bypass the tank initially and save a lot of headache.

As for your tire question, if you're just moving it around the yard...might just think about some used ones for cheap/free until you have some better info. There are experts who can chime in, but you likely have some sort of multi-piece wheel. Some are safe and a few are not. Need to identify first before trying to dismantle or even air them up. I'd stay stock, but that's an opinion. It's you're truck.

See a thread in the Big Bolt forum for more info on the wheels. [/quote]


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