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6/8/24 I’m finally in a position (money wise) to resolve my rim to disc brake interference issue. Originally, I wanted to go with 16”x6” rims and new 225-75R-16 wide whitewall tires, but found I couldn’t find any on either Diamond Back or Coker tires. Both offered original sized tires like 6.50x16 but I want something a little wider and taller. The only ones I could find were from a company that shaved rubber off of the sidewall and vulcanized new white rubber on the side, which I didnt really feel comfortable with. I decided to go with 15” rims since there were more tire sizes available and eventually buy 235-75R-15. I’ll use my existing tires in the meantime until the truck is painted. I dont want to put brand new costly wide white wall tires on my truck while Im still doing the body work.

Since the size of the wheel was now determined, now I needed a source. Past discussions with US wheel and Vintiques couldn't guarantee their rims would fit my new Disc brake setup. And suggested buying one rim to try at my expense, shipping and a restocking fee,that worked out to be about $150. So I called WheelSmith and spoke to Terry in their technical department about 15”x6”, 6 lug Artillery wheels. He said they could make them but also couldn’t determine 100% if they would fit. Then he offered pressing a center into a wheel without welding so I can try it on the truck. He could send it out on Monday (6/10), along with a return label. If it fits, he will have it welded and power coated along with three more rims. If it doesnt fit, I only have to pay the shipping cost which is about $80 both ways. If it fits, it will only cost me $40 more and if it doesn’t fit, I saved myself $310. $210 for the rim, $60 for powder coat and $40 for shipping

Im excited to receive the package and hopefully resolve my issue. The photo is the look Im going for but with the proper hub cap for a ‘52.