I;ve found that Ford 8 lug rims with 225/75/16 tires fit my 54 really well. They have a 4.25" backspace and less than a 1/4" clearance to the tie rod. I have a a rim with 4.5" backspace that won't fit at all.

Some members have used Steel wheels from Dexter Trailer and had good luck. I believe they have around 3.5-3.75 backspace.

I have some pics of mine at www.photobucket.com/whitedog76pics


1954 3600 Chevy Truck
"The Fake Truck"
In the Stovebolt Gallery
More pix on Photobucket