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I sold my Excursion and picked up an F250. I wanted something with a longer wheelbase for towing the boat, and it doesn't get much longer than a crew cab/long bed. The primary use for the truck will be towing, on our lovely Alaskan roads, up to about 10,000 pounds.
I looked online, and the stock tires size for the '01 Super Duty is 235/85-16. Both of my Excursions ran 265/75-16's. Any problem running this wider tire on the truck instead of the skinny stock tires? I know a tall, narrow tire works best in the snow & ice (and I already have a set of studded winter tires), but I would think the wider tire would better for towing on summer roads. I'm thinking there will be less sidewall roll with the 265's, or do I have this wrong?
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The 265/75 will have about he same sidewall height as the 235's so that's a moot point. The wider tires will carry the weight better though.
Overall, I think either tire will be just fine, so long as you run an "E" rated tire.
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I looked online, and the stock tires size for the '01 Super Duty is 235/85-16. Both of my Excursions ran 265/75-16's. Any problem running this wider tire on the truck instead of the skinny stock tires?
You'll be fine with singles, if the pickup has duals the sidewalls will touch which isn't good. The farm pickup I drive is an '03 F350 and it has 265/75-16's(singles), no rubbing with the steering wheel cranked all the way, you should be fine.
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I have a F250 and until last year I always used 235-85-16'a
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Last year I bought a used set of 265-75-16's BFG AT from a friend for a screaming deal. I was amazed at how much better they ride! They are also wearing at a much better rate than the skinnier tires.
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Not to mention the wider tires look a little better. I friggin' hate skinny ass tires....grin
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Not to mention the wider tires look a little better. I friggin' hate skinny ass tires....grin Very true! The 235's always reminded me of wagon wheels.
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I believe the 265s will only be about a 2mm shorter and 30 mm (slightly more than 1") wider. I don't think you will feel much difference, if any, between the two in towing. Go with E-rated for sure.
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235 x .85 = 199.75mm, or 7.86 inches sidewall height.
265 x .75 = 198.75mm, or 7.82 inches sidewall height.
If the ground is frozen (like winter in Alaska) skinney tires will cut through the snow to the frozen ground. But that is about the only time skinney tires have an advantage--and skinney tires have less rolling reistance and will get better fuel milage.
I've driven the same truck, on the same roads, with both 235's and 265's using the same brand and exact same model of E rated tire--265's are better. They ride better, wear better, handle better, will have a higher load rating when everything else is equal, and under most conditions have better traction.
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I have about a 100K on 285s with no problems. Currently running 285/75R16 Toyos. They are taller and wider. I have 255/85 BFG mudders for winter driving. They are as tall as the 285s and skinny.
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The F350s of the same vintage, with the same drivetrain, gearing, and speedo programming as yours, run 265/75/16.
I spoke once with a PS03 mechanic about their pickup tires, and apparently the goodyear wrangell silentarmor hold up well on gravel. I can vouch that they do fine on midwinter haul road ice.
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Tire man said these are what some of the oil patch guys are running now(as in lots of gravel). We have a set on a pickup, only a couple thousand miles on 'em but so far so good. Plenty of traction and quiet on the highway which is always nice. ![[Linked Image]](http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e78/montanasam/thumbnail.jpg) " The Discoverer S/T Maxx features Coopers proven and reliable 3-ply Armor-Tek3 carcass construction combined with a new, proprietary cut and chip resistant tread compound. With that combination along with its modern hybrid 4-5 rib tread design and unique tread features, the S/T Maxx is destined to be a commercial grade traction tire that will perform in the toughest terrains while retaining remarkable on-road traction, stability and low noise characteristics.
Cooper's proven, class-leading 3-ply Armor-Tek3 construction contributes to the durability of the S/T Maxx by adding strength to the sidewall and tread area
The tread compound is formulated with a unique blend of natural rubber and silica that provides exceptional wet traction and confident handling on the highway, while also delivering excellent cut and chip resistance on unpaved, rocky and gravel terrain"
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I'am going to Turner tomorrow for a set of them tires.
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My Goodyear silent armor wranglers only lasted about 25,000 miles. I wouldn't buy them again. They were given to me by Discount tire when they took off the POS Yokohamas I had on.
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I had a set of the Goodyear Silent Armors on my Excursion. I bought them on a recommendation from another guy that had them, and Sam's Club had a $100 rebate on them at the time. I'm not sure I would get them again, though. They seemed a bit mushy, or something. When the tires were brand new, the truck liked to wander as you went down the highway. I don't know if they got any better, or if I just got used to them.
I saw an F350 yesterday with a set of 235/75's on it. They were winter studs, and they looked pretty decent. I'll probably get a set when my current studs give up. For summer tires, though, I'll get some 265/75's. I'm not sure what brand/style yet, but I've got plenty of time to window shop.
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brigestone revo-2's spendy but woth it....tds in anch or get toyo's
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I sold my Excursion and picked up an F250. I wanted something with a longer wheelbase for towing the boat, and it doesn't get much longer than a crew cab/long bed. The primary use for the truck will be towing, on our lovely Alaskan roads, up to about 10,000 pounds.
I looked online, and the stock tires size for the '01 Super Duty is 235/85-16. Both of my Excursions ran 265/75-16's. Any problem running this wider tire on the truck instead of the skinny stock tires? I know a tall, narrow tire works best in the snow & ice (and I already have a set of studded winter tires), but I would think the wider tire would better for towing on summer roads. I'm thinking there will be less sidewall roll with the 265's, or do I have this wrong?
Thoughts?
Other suggestions? I have a Dodge 2001 2500 v-10 3/4 ton. This truck too has stock size of 235. I currently have 265's on it, and they seem small. I can go up to 315's with no problems. Rather than be stuck with letter ratings, look for the load carrying capacity of the tires.
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The F350s of the same vintage, with the same drivetrain, gearing, and speedo programming as yours, run 265/75/16.
I spoke once with a PS03 mechanic about their pickup tires, and apparently the goodyear wrangell silentarmor hold up well on gravel. I can vouch that they do fine on midwinter haul road ice. I have nothing against the silent armor on a passenger vehicle, but I had them on my truck and hated them. As Dan mentioned, really poor handling, and would walk/sway coming out of corners. Towing with them was a nightmare. I took them back.
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vulcantires.com,check out some of the cooper tires
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Take a look at Treadwright.com.
The price is right, I've been running them on my 96 F250 Supercab Powerstroke for a little over a year. They're wearing well and like I said, the price is right.
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