I've been told that the rims for my 49 1-ton dually aren't legal anymore and I won't be able to get new tires mounted. The rims are 18-inch 3 piece split.

Does anyone know; 1) is what I've been told accurate; if so, 2) are there rims that can be used in place of the originals (the brake drums are 14-inch inside diameter); or 3) can the rims be modified (welded?) to be legal? Or am I looking at replacing the axles so I can use legal rims?

Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Jim


Jim Blake
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My truck: '49 3800 Stakebed/Dump