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It's finally getting close to the time for me to purchase tires for my truck. I've looked and considered many different options, but I wanted to get your opinions as well. Here's what I'm looking for in a tire for my truck (1955 2nd series 3200):

-bias ply or radial okay
-has original "look" to a stock tire and decent knobby tread
-can handle a loaded 1/2 ton truck
-fits a 15" dia, 5-5.5" width rim
-nothing too expensive

One tire that seems to fit well is the 700-15 STA Super Traxion. Does anyone have these or have an opinion on these?

you'll be much happier in the long run with radials - the Yokohama 700R15's I put on my truck have been great, although not cheap, and 10 ply, so a little harsh for some tastes ... might look for something around 215/75/15, the close equivelent of original size

Bill

I'll second the idea of running radials. You will be much happier.

George

Oh wow! I hadn't even realized Yokohama made a radial that size... those look great! I'll definitely look into getting those. Thanks!

Wow! This is just the thread I've been needing. I didn't know anyone made any tires like that for 15" rims.