I've seen many discussions on how large a tire can be run. But I haven't seen much discussion of where to find wheels for these tires. I have a 57 wagon, and thus (I believe) I have the 14"x5.5" rims with 5x4.5" bolt circle. 57 passenger cars apparently had the same thing except 5" wide wheels. This comes from a thread on the HAMB regarding stock Ford steel wheels. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=115542.



I'd like to go to 15" wheels, largely because the selection and price of 15" radials is much better than 14". I'd like them to clear an eventual upgrade to disc brakes. I'd like them to also work with the existing 4 wheel manual drums I have now. I'd like them to hold my current stock hub caps. I'm not sure what a good width would be - fat tires are not a priority, as the car is mostly highway driven on long trips. Additionally, I realize that backspacing makes a big difference, at least with non-stock wheels. So... recommendations?

Jim - Erie Colorado, 1957 Country Sedan