Wheels & Tires Help On My 61 Ford Panel

Hi Guys. I wanted to get some input on tire size amd rim size to run on my van. It currently has Cragar SS front and rear. 15x10 on back. R275-60-15 on back. 15x7 on front with R205x70x15. I would like a wider look up front. Any input with pics appreciated ! Shouldn't I have 60's ALL the way around ? Planning on RWL BF Goodrich Tires. Cragar SS are a must also. What is the bolt pattern/size for a new Cragar front wheel ? Thanks !

cragar ss wheels same as you have on your van are uni-lug wheels the same wheel will fit 5 on 4 1/2... 5 on 4 3/4... and 5 on 5 if the 60 fits the front that is a lot of tire to turn unless you have power steering..

with the 7 '' wheel you have a 235x60 x14 .or a 245 x 60 x14 will fit but that's a lot of tire. i think you should save your money...

Sharp looking van!!!

With your 15x10, could you take a measurement for me on how much space you have from the inside wall of the tire to the leaf spring. I want to run that same size mag and was wondering how much space you have left to play with under there...Thanks in advance.

Big W you would also need the back spacing on the wheel if they sit into far they would hit the leaf springs

Thanks Guys. Big W, I'll get the measurement. I hunted "VanishingBreed", Mike Cook. I like the look of his van and asked, He's running 8x15 on front and 10x15 rims on back. Pic below is what I'm shooting for. I also added a few of mine (previous owner pics) Mike told me he tore his rotator cuffs and has plenty of strength to turn his van's tires.

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That's a one Great looking van you have there Hotwheels. I was also wondering what kind of steering wheel you have on there. Was it a kit or were you able to find one that fit?

van color would be=??

Just checking to see if you were able to get that measurement for me on those rear wheels. Need from side wall to leaf spring. When ever you get a chance that would be great...thanks again.

Thanks for the comments. Found this van last year from a link posted by G-Man. Followed the van for months. It was on eBay without selling etc. I wrote the guy and told him I got cash and made my offer. Waited 3 days and he wrote me back, "sold". The van is solid, needs nothing really except my own little touches. I'm excited as I just received my 8x15 Cragars for the front. I purchased 4 BF Goodrich RWL Tires all around. 8x15 with 225/60/15R on front, 8x10 with 275/60/15R on back. I've talked with Mike Cook and he told me he has no problem with "meaty" front tires on his EVans. I like the look, the 7x15 are just a little skinny for me. I plan on tinting the rear windows and I purchased custom made zoomies from a vendor so duel exhaust is in the very near future, 4 pipes on each side, mostly for looks, after that... just cruising ! A month ago I purchased a battery box. The van came with just the battery sitting under the seat, a board member here had all 3 original parts from an extra van, I painted them gloss black and put it in to complete the look. Can't go wrong for $50. Thanks again Brian !

I do not know the actual color name. It is a nice Blue with metal flake in it.

I measured under the van from the rear tire to leaf spring. It is between 1 1/2" to 2" approx. I was in a hurry but when I put my new tires on I can get an exact for you.

Jim

Thanks Hotwheels....I will stay tuned. Can't waite to see the new look with the new tires and mags.