New Tire Dilemma for 3/4 ton with camper.

[Buford]

Okay folks,

I need to get new tires for my 71 GMC and I'm torn between getting new rims and radials (16" rims) or continuing with the bias ply 9.5 X 16.5. I will be using the truck with the camper (11 ft) so I need a high load range (D or E) and the 9.5's X 16.5's have always done a great job but I was told by the tire guy that the bias ply are not going to be made after 2010. Also, I'm afraid that since the bias ply tires are not too popular that I will be buying old tires. Anyway, what have some of you done in this situation.

Thanks!