I found the charts at www.firestone-usa.com/products_javanav.htm helpful.
Also located Firestone radial 7.00R-15's and 7.50R-16's here which resemble
original tires a little more and helps with the armstrong power steering.
Grant 50 3100
TomGreer@aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 4/27/99 12:13:30 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
> wgreen@bright.net writes:
>
> << I have read that LT 215/R85x16 radials and 7.50x16 bias
> ply tires would be suitable replacements. Any other suggestions
> for this '52 1/2 ton? What will be the difference in ride,
> handling and steering between the bias-ply tires and the
> radials? >>
>
> I went from Bias to radials (LT 235/R75 x 16) and they are fantastic.
> Turning is much easier, the ride is smooth (er) and my top speed is higher
> (about a comfortable 55mph).
>
> I'd go radial...
>
> Tom
> '49
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