Help Picking Rims and Tires for 76 C20

[Slug96]

Hello,
I have a 1976 C20. I currently have 16 1/2/ inch rims and 30 inch x 9.5 inch tires on it. I know it would cost more to get tires to fit on 16 1/2 inch rims, so I'm considering to switch rims. I would want some nice, classic rims (either black or chrome), but still have the big, aggressive look that a 3/4 ton Chevy has. I was debating between 16inch or 17 inch rims. Any recommendations on what types of wheels and tires would be/ look best on my truck.

*I'll be moving to Flagstaff, AZ over the summer and I would have to take snow tires into consideration.

Thank you for the help!

[Ziegelsteinfaust]

I would go right to 16's or 17's, and run 265/70's.

16.5's are a thing of the past, and tires selection is to thin.

[Ziegelsteinfaust]

I ran 265/70/16's on pyo rims, and loved the look it had.

[Remon.]

I've also had you setup and changed to 16" with some decent rims.
My tires are 265/75R16, which I think are the best for looks in combination with handling on trucks like these.

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[Tx Firefighter]

A 235/85-16 is another good option. It's extremely common so prices are reasonable. The 235 is a little bit skinnier, but the 85 aspect ratio makes it tall.

[cadillac_al]

What a nice looking truck. I love this site because there are so many beautiful squares in almost showroom condition. Is that Wheatland Yellow? You don't see that color very often; very cool. I like 235/85R16's on stock wheels too. If you wanted to go bigger, like 33 x 12.50's, you would need aftermarket wheels but that would look good too.