'62 C550 COE, Questions...

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Jul 19, 2013 | 10:25 PM

andgott

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'62 C550 COE, Questions...

I've got my eye on a '62 C550. It's in pretty good shape- Needs a little body work, but seems good mechanically. It's got a 6 cyl, manual transmission. I'm a little worried, however, about finding parts- I know it needs a new brake cylinder, and is going to need some new tires in the near future... I know that I've heard horror stories about trying to find wheels/tires that are compatable with these older trucks. I know NOTHING about big truck tires. Here is what is on there now-

Rear-

They are 7-22.5"-

Front-

I think they are 8.25-20

So- Can I find parts for this truck?? Can I get tires/Wheels? Without, of course, spending a small fortune...

Thanks.
-Andrew

Jul 20, 2013 | 12:25 AM

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Your rear tires are 22.5 tubeless? If so, you are good. Those tires might be old, but the wheels are what you want. 5 lug 22.5s are almost impossible to find if what I see here is correct. (several threads and searches recently)

Are your fronts tubeless?

Some tire links here, as well as discussion. That guy had the 6 lug wheel, making it easier to find the 22.5 wheel like you have.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...y-69-f600.html

Does this truck have a two speed rear axle? Does it work?

Brake cylinder--wheel cylinder or the hydravac set up bolted to the frame? Brake and clutch masters on tilt cabs are a pita.

Intended use? Budget? Even with a two speed, this is about a 50 mph truck.

Jul 20, 2013 | 09:26 AM

andgott

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Thanks for the reply.

I've only briefly looked over the truck, Not sure about the rear axle, etc. I'll have to check next time.

As for intended use- I should have mentioned that it the post- It's just a toy that I'll drive around occasionally on the weekends, and to a parade or local show... I just like it because it's COOL

-Andrew

Jul 20, 2013 | 09:29 AM

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The fronts are widow maker 20s. You'll want to find a couple 22.5s for the front, and you'll want to make sure the inner duals aren't widow makers too. I'll ask a couple friends to see if 22.5s are available. Stu