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Old Jan 30, 2016 | 06:39 AM
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tire question

what was the tire size and style that came with the 68 f100 longbox?

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Old Jan 30, 2016 | 11:47 AM
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On a '68 the 8.15 x 15 was standard.. there is no P-metric equivalent. But a 215/75-15 appears to be the closest.

In 1970, it was the G78-15... a 215/75-15 and 225/70-15 are today's P-metric equivalent.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2016 | 02:14 PM
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Most guys run a 235/75R15. Either a P-metric XL or a LT metric. 30x9.50r15lt is a little taller yet. 31x10.50 is popular. (That's what I run) and I've seen as big as 32x11.50 on a stock 2wd.

If you are considering buying new wheels, I highly recommend buying 16" diameter. There are SOO many more tire choices.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2016 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by 351Cleveland C4
Most guys run a 235/75R15. Either a P-metric XL or a LT metric. 30x9.50r15lt is a little taller yet. 31x10.50 is popular. (That's what I run) and I've seen as big as 32x11.50 on a stock 2wd.

If you are considering buying new wheels, I highly recommend buying 16" diameter. There are SOO many more tire choices.
And the 16's will give a little more fuel mileage too!
 
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Old Feb 1, 2016 | 08:39 AM
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looks like i do have 16", what would you recommend to appear to look original?

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You already have 16" wheels? On an F-100? Not from the factory. Well, if you already have them, then a 235-245/75R16 is a great fit. A little fatter go with a 255-265/70R16.
 
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