jamesj2
Registered User
Hi Guys,
I'm working on my 1988 7.3 IDI that I've had for about 15 years. Its been a work truck but I'm taking it up a notch to a nice little truck for my son to learn to drive on. It has stock steel wheels on it, but they look small on the truck. I was thinking of upgrading to a modern, tough look. I'm thinking larger tires and wheels. I came across a set of late 70's 8 lug aluminum wheels that are 16.5" and 9.75" I thought I'd try to get maybe 35" tires on this on a stock diesel suspension. Would this work? If not, what is the best way to make it work? The rear looks pretty high, the front looks a little lower for some reason. Do I need a block in the front? I'm kind of a newbie although I've been a member here for years. I mostly read the engine related stuff to keep it running smoothly. I'm out of my depth with all the options for tires and wheels. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
I'm working on my 1988 7.3 IDI that I've had for about 15 years. Its been a work truck but I'm taking it up a notch to a nice little truck for my son to learn to drive on. It has stock steel wheels on it, but they look small on the truck. I was thinking of upgrading to a modern, tough look. I'm thinking larger tires and wheels. I came across a set of late 70's 8 lug aluminum wheels that are 16.5" and 9.75" I thought I'd try to get maybe 35" tires on this on a stock diesel suspension. Would this work? If not, what is the best way to make it work? The rear looks pretty high, the front looks a little lower for some reason. Do I need a block in the front? I'm kind of a newbie although I've been a member here for years. I mostly read the engine related stuff to keep it running smoothly. I'm out of my depth with all the options for tires and wheels. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!