Oldblue58,

You have my sympathy.

What is the condition of your rear spring shackles?

I had a similar problem when I first purchased my truck. Tires rubbed... not on the emergency cable, but on the frame. Previous owner bought wider tires,in conjunction with old floppy shackles.

I replaced the shackles which helped. However, I got rid of the radials and I am currently running bias plys.

When I go cruisin' in the old truck....women smile, men weep and dogs beg for rides.