[toolz1175]

I'm leaving the suspension on my '40 coupe alone for now, but want some bigger tires on the rear. What size tire have you used? Is there a common wider wheel that will work on the 5x5.5 pattern? Wanting to stay with steel. Thanks

[OneMoreTime]

Check on later ford 4x4 to get a wider wheel..i think those are 7" wide..

www.car-part.com for a wrecking yard near you..A 255 or 275 r60 15 may be about right on that car..just have to do a bit of checking with a good tire shop that is willing to try a couple of different sizes to get the best fitment for what you have..

There are other sources of wheels as well..

Sam

[Deuce]

On my 40 Ford ( with the stock rearend ) ... I could only get a 15x6 rim under the coupe and still have the tire under the fender. The original transverse rear spring would rub the tire with anything larger. I had a 235x15x75 series tires on mine.

A homemade tool can help you determine the backspace you need on your rims.



You can BUY custom wheels with the 5 on 5.5 wheel pattern that look original ... from Rally America with the offsets and sizes you need ... for not a LOT of $$$

Go here http://www.rallyamerica.com/





DEUCE ... Moderator

[toolz1175]

Thanks for the tips. Been through the tire/wheel fitment deal a number of times, but thought I'd see what others have done. Was hoping to fit a 275 on the rear, but it doesn't sound promissing. I'll get the car on the lift this weekend and see what's what. I would like to stay with steel, so I'll check out rallyamerica. Thanks again.