Frannie,I'm REALLY leaning towards getting the Cal-Tracs,and not cutting up the frame! I would run the 295/65-15's on mine. I didn't care at all for the look of the 275's...when I bought a pair a few yrs. ago!...just didn't fill up the wheel well! You mentioned getting the "correct" rims...what's wrong with the ones I currently use? The 295's are mounted on the 8" rim,and they seem to be doing OK,as far as clearances go...no rubbing. I have to figure out how to drop the height of the rear an inch or 3,though! Maybe mount the front spring bolt in the UPPER hole? Thanks for your opinions,Fran..and Brent! Randy B. Gary...I'll call ya later today!