I have searched around but havent found my answer.

I know 285/70r17 will fit a 2005 4x2 with a leveling kit

but will 305/65r17 fit I know they are basiclly the same height but they are about 3/4" wider. will they fit a 4x2 without any rubbing issue


my truck already has a 2.5 AS and a 1.5 AAL just trying to get all the facts before I take the plunge on new tires.

 

It will depend on the wheel you use. They should fit fine using the OEM wheels.

 

I will be using my factory OEM rims, I am just trying to avoid rubbing issues
but would like to get the 305's if I can.

Also does anyone have any pics of BFG all terrains on xlt rims with painted accents.

 

wandell

thanks for the input, you do think they will fit fine with my stock rims?

 

do u think 305/65R17 would also fit on a 2003 f150 fx4 with no mods...and what size is that exactly

 

305/65r17 is basiclly a 33x12.00

and a

285/70r17 is basiclly a 33x11.25

 

I agree, I think the 305/65-17's will fit both trucks. It will probably be a little tight on the 4x2 with a leveling kit.

 

so wandell when you say it might be tight, how do you mean. do you think I should just go 285/70r17

 

I just can't remember anyone running that size. Several people have run 285's on 4x2's with a leveling kit with no rubbing. The 305's are only 10mm wider, so I'm guessing if you have any rubbing, it will be very minor.

 

This is a web site that has a tire calculater that comparies tire size this might help a little.

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

 

I guess I will just go with the 285/70r17 We know for a fact I can put them on with no problems and it will be a nice big change from the 255/65r17 stockers.

 

Thanks for the calculator, I've been looking for that for a while.

 

go with the 285s