Possibly the most asked questions about Big Bolts relate to wheels and tires.
We have a Tech Tip with many of these answers and options already covered.
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/wheels/Please also check out our other Big Bolt Tech Tips
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/#bigThe short answer is in most cases the original wheels and tires if in decent shape are your best option, there is nothing wrong with tube type wheels/tires. Most (but not all) truck and equipment tire shops will service them or you can yourself and you can still buy tires.
Now your next question might be what about "split rims" or "Widow makers"?
Most all of the wheels in question are "Multi-Piece Wheels"
See this picture of some of the many possibilities
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/wheels/images/49_budd_catalog.jpgOf all those the ONLY one rim design to avoid, the true "Widow maker", is the Firestone RH-5* shown in the bottom left. Also shown in real life here:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/NPayDScJdFZbxNGw2If you're building an everyday driver with a modern drivetrain then perhaps newer tubeless wheels/tires are a decent option. Please see the tech tip for those options and considerations.
The following links will help you safely work with original multi piece wheels, what to look for and how to mount and dismount them.
OSHA tire charts, a great reference and they're FREE
Kentool OSHA Tire ChartsOSHA manual for "Servicing Single-Piece and Multi-Piece Rim Wheels" Website:
OSHA 1910.177 Manual (updated 08/26/2025)
PDF version of same:
OSHA 3086 Manual (PDF) (No longer a viable web link - 08/26/2025)
An excellent how to manual:
Accuride Wheel Safety and Service Manual (updated 08/26/2025)
Another good resource with some how to:
Titan International 2020 Safety Databook Section (updated 08/25/2026)
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