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Old Jun 8, 2004 | 06:22 PM
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spare tire holder

Does anyone know if you can get a 265 x 70 R 17 tire in the spare tire cradle under the truck

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Old Jun 8, 2004 | 08:10 PM
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Depending on differences of tread depth between brands, the 265 tire is only 0.56" taller than a 255 tire (assuming that is the OEM tire you're replacing).

Check your truck to see if the space will accommodate a tire of less than an inch larger diameter or, as an alternative, maintian the OEM tire as is...it's only a spare. It won't hurt to run it in an emergency with three slightly larger tires as companions.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2004 | 08:17 PM
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Yes...You can....My 2001 4x4 has the spare that size under there and it fits without a problem...265/70/17"...
 
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Old Jun 9, 2004 | 01:25 AM
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I've got a BFG AT 285/70R17 under there. Fits just fine.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2004 | 04:18 AM
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Thanks Guys for the info:

I had bought a set of Michelin LTX MS (265 70 R 17) a couple of weeks ago-- but only got four. (these guys measure 31.8" Diameters).

I picked up the new spare last night, and got it up in the spare tire cradle.

There was plenty of room in the cradle... about 2 inches clearance all the way around! Looks like you could get up to a 33" diameter under there.

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Old Jun 9, 2004 | 09:22 AM
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This Forum ROCKS ! ! !
 
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