Posted by Charlie on January 03, 2000 at 02:01:02:
In Reply to: Tiring search posted by Paul on January 03, 2000 at 00:01:10:
I would recommend 33X12.5R16.5 (32.8"), 36X14.5R16.5 (35.9"), or 38X15.5R16.5 (37.1"). All fit on the 9.75" wide rims. Personally I'd recommend the 38s (37s) especially if your truck has 4.89s or 5.83s. Even with 4.89s and the 38s you'll turn 2740 at 60 mph, about maximum for the flathead that's probably in there. They ride well, the tallest will yield the best ride. My favorite is the radial Super Swamper; the two bigger sizes are also available in radial Gumbo Mudder and Ground Hawgs. they range from $180 to $260 each in the 4WD magazines, not including shipping which isn't too big a deal where you live, compared to me. The radial Swampers and maybe all of them have a 2 ply nylon body casing with pretty thick sidewall rubber, and 2 additional steel tread plies. Stronger than the alternative 2-3 ply polyester sidewall by far, but not as strong as Michelin's 1 ply steel casing with 3 additional tread plies. But Michelin is only available in 16" (9.00 and 11.00 and 325/85), not 16.5.
Charlie