1959 Edsel Ranger Tires

The 1959 Edsel Ranger uses three primary bias-ply tire sizes: 750-14, 800-14, and 850-14. The Ranger 6 Cyl. uses 750-14 or 800-14, while the Ranger 8 Cyl uses 800-14 or 850-14. All of these fitments use a 14-inch rim and follow the vintage numeric bias-ply sizing system common to late-1950s American cars.

The important step is matching the tire size to the exact sub-model before comparing brands or sidewall styles. If the car has changed wheels over the years, confirm actual rim diameter and width on the vehicle, then compare the tire choice to the car’s present stance and clearance rather than assuming every 1959 Ranger uses the same size.

The covered 1959 Edsel Ranger tire sizes all use a 14-inch rim diameter. That applies to 750-14, 800-14, and 850-14, which are all vintage numeric bias-ply sizes built around a 14-inch wheel. Rim width can vary by tire size and by the specific tire being considered, so diameter alone is only part of the fitment picture.

Checking the actual wheel on the car is still worthwhile, especially on a collector vehicle that may have had replacement or aftermarket wheels fitted at some point. A correct 14-inch diameter does not automatically settle the matter if wheel width, suspension height, or body clearance has changed, so those details should be verified before settling on one tire size.

No. The 1959 Edsel Ranger sub-models do not all use the same full tire-size range. The Ranger 6 Cyl. uses 750-14 and 800-14, while the Ranger 8 Cyl uses 800-14 and 850-14. That means 800-14 overlaps both sub-models, but 750-14 and 850-14 are tied to different engine configurations.

That overlap is exactly why the sub-model matters before choosing a tire. A buyer may see more than one size associated with a 1959 Ranger, but the right next step is confirming whether the car is the six-cylinder or eight-cylinder version, then verifying the wheels on the vehicle so the selected tire matches both configuration and present hardware.

For the 1959 Edsel Ranger, 800-14 is a primary bias-ply tire size. It uses the vintage numeric bias-ply sizing format, not a modern radial format, and it appears as one of the original-style fitment families for both covered Ranger sub-models. Buyers looking at 800-14 are starting from a traditional bias-ply construction choice.

That matters because a true 800-14 bias-ply keeps the car in its original-era sizing language and traditional tire presentation. Anyone considering a radial alternative should treat that as a separate fitment decision, then check wheel width, overall dimensions, and clearance carefully instead of assuming any 14-inch radial equivalent will behave like the original-style bias-ply setup.

Radial equivalents for 800-14 include 205R14 as an 80-series metric radial, P215/75R14 as a 75-series P-metric radial, P225/70R14 as a 70-series P-metric radial, and 800R14 as a bias-look radial. These options give the 1959 Edsel Ranger owner several ways to compare modern radial sizing formats while staying in a 14-inch rim diameter family.

Each of those equivalents should be treated as an alternative rather than an automatic substitute. The recommended rim-width range associated with this size is 5-7 inches, so wheel width is a key checkpoint, and it is also wise to compare tire dimensions and vehicle clearance before moving from a numeric bias-ply size to a metric, P-metric, or bias-look radial format.

Start by matching the radial equivalent to the Ranger’s original bias-ply size, then confirm the wheel diameter and width already on the car. For this model, radial-equivalent options vary by original size, and recommended rim-width ranges are part of the decision. Suspension condition, steering components, and the car’s present ride height also deserve attention before changing tire construction.

A radial conversion can also change the overall look of a 1959 Edsel Ranger, especially if the car currently wears a tall bias-ply profile or a specific whitewall treatment. The best approach is to compare the intended appearance and road use first, then verify wheel compatibility and clearance at full steering lock and under normal suspension movement.

Choosing an 800-14 tire for a 1959 Edsel Ranger starts with confirming that 800-14 is the right size for the car’s exact sub-model and wheel setup. Once size is settled, the main differences are bias-ply series, sidewall style, brand, rim-width specification, load capacity figures, and whether the goal is traditional presentation or comparison against a radial alternative.

An 800-14 tire can shape the car’s appearance as much as its fitment, so narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, or blackwall styling should match the look you want from the vehicle. Rim width deserves a close look too, particularly on an older car that may no longer have its original wheels, because that affects which product is appropriate within the size.

The 1959 Edsel Ranger has meaningful sidewall variety across its available bias-ply tires. Depending on size, the available styles include blackwall, narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, and redline. That range is especially helpful for a late-1950s car, since the sidewall treatment has a major effect on the Ranger’s visual stance and overall period-style presentation.

The right sidewall choice depends on the specific tire size first, because not every style appears in every size family. After confirming fitment, use sidewall treatment to support the car’s restoration direction, whether that means a restrained blackwall look, a bright whitewall presentation, or a redline accent that changes the vehicle’s personality without changing its basic size.

Available 1959 Edsel Ranger tires come from BFGoodrich, US Royal, Coker Classic, Firestone, Universal Vintage Tire, and Goodyear, depending on the tire size being considered. Brand selection is broadest in 750-14, remains strong in 800-14, and becomes more limited in 850-14, where BFGoodrich options carry the covered fitment choices.

Brand matters most when it helps narrow the tire’s appearance and series character rather than serving as a ranking exercise. After size and wheel compatibility are confirmed, compare each brand’s available sidewall treatments, bias-ply series, and other visible specifications so the tire choice supports the Ranger’s intended look and the way the car will be used.

A period-style 1959 Edsel Ranger starts with the correct primary bias-ply size for the exact sub-model: 750-14, 800-14, or 850-14. From there, the most appropriate choice usually comes down to a traditional bias-ply tire in a sidewall treatment that suits the car’s late-1950s presentation, such as narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, blackwall, or, in some 750-14 options, redline.

Appearance-driven buyers should treat size and construction as the foundation, then use brand and sidewall style to refine the visual result. If exact originality is the goal, check marque references, surviving examples, or restoration documentation for the specific car, since a tire can look authentically period without necessarily being the exact delivery-era combination.

Tire construction changes the look of a restored 1959 Edsel Ranger as much as its driving character. A bias-ply tire keeps the car in the same construction family as its original-era fitment and preserves the visual language of a late-1950s American sedan. A radial equivalent can alter that presentation, even when the rim diameter remains the same.

For a restoration-oriented owner, that means construction is not just a mechanical decision. Sidewall shape, overall visual presence, and how a whitewall or redline reads against the car’s body lines can all shift with the tire type, so it helps to decide early whether the project priorities lean more toward period-style authenticity or modernized road use.

Yes. Modifications can affect tire fitment on a 1959 Edsel Ranger even when the tire size itself is correct for the model. Aftermarket wheels, different wheel widths, altered offset, suspension changes, lowering, replacement springs, or body repairs can all change how a 750-14, 800-14, or 850-14 tire sits in the wheel opening and clears surrounding components.

A Ranger that no longer has its original wheels should be checked carefully before settling on any tire. Steering clearance, fender clearance, and the space available through normal suspension travel all matter, so a proper fitment decision depends on the car’s current condition rather than on the catalog size alone.

Before driving a 1959 Edsel Ranger on new tires, inspect the wheels for correct diameter and sound condition, then check valve stems, wheel hardware, and general suspension and steering health. It is also smart to confirm inflation pressure, look for any signs of interference at the fenders or steering stops, and make sure the tires seat properly on the rims.

A collector car often reveals issues only after it begins moving again, so the first drive should be short and deliberate. Pay attention to air retention, unusual vibration, pull, or contact marks, then recheck the tires after the initial miles to be certain the setup remains stable and the Ranger is ready for regular road use.

800-14 tires on a collector 1959 Edsel Ranger should be maintained with regular pressure checks, visual inspections, and careful storage habits. Watch for cracking, bulges, cuts, uneven wear, and slow air loss, especially if the car spends long periods parked. Low-mileage collector use can hide age-related tire issues that would be obvious sooner on a regularly driven vehicle.

Storage conditions matter almost as much as mileage on an older hobby car. Keeping the Ranger away from prolonged heat, direct sunlight, moisture, and ozone sources helps protect the tires, and it is wise to inspect them before each outing rather than assuming they are road-ready simply because the tread still looks fresh.