Tyres for 1961 Jaguar 3.8 Mk2

[Raven 930]

Am fitting a set of 15 inch 5.5J wire wheels to a Mk2 Jaguar and wondered what current thoughts were on tyre size and brand best suited to fast road use.
Any help appreciated.

[a8hex]

Depends on whether you are after a more period feel of running on cross plies which makes the steering much nicer. Personally I like the way my XK150 feels that way.
If so I'd recommend Blockleys.

[AJAX50]

You could consider fitting 6" wheels.
I've got those on my mk2 and 205 70 15 Avon CR6 ZZ's.
They are a very good modern design of tyre, a radial, but very stiff side walls, loads of grip but very gentle when letting go and great wet grip. They also look quite old fashioned so suit the car well.
I don't know if they are suited to 5.5" wheels, I've found the Avon comps people very helpful so you could give them a call.

[Raven 930]

Thanks guys.
Was advised that 205 70s OK to use on 5.5 rims and then managed to track down a set of P4000s.