Have all 4 of the new wheels and tires for the truck now. I picked a Hankook A/T tire. Put the front set on and they look good for what they are, at least they are round. Took a look at the other (right side) rear and what a mess. I think it is worse that the left side. Not even worth putting on the new wheels till I get the axle seals resolved.
The bed on this truck is not stock plus it has a hydraulic cylinder and assembly for lifting / dumping.
Thanks JiMerit Boltr#43 for the tie rod information I will keep that in mind! The new wheels I now have clear them just fine. Whoever put the previous wheels and tires on did not check the clearance and closely as I have and they actually scraped the lead some.
Spoke with a brother in laws relative last evening and he knows a couple of guys not far away that are capable and competent and they both have a shop where some of this work can be done. I expect that one thing will lead to another on this old truck including wheel cylinders, brakes, probably the complete brake lines also. Then we'll get into suspension parts...
Dan
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