I am getting some 20" wheels and have been given an option of 275/45/20 or 285/50/20. Which one should I go for? I've an 04 4x4 Lariat.

Any input would be welcome.

 

get the wider, thicker ones! - 285/50

 

It depends on the width of the wheels. I put 22" wheels with 285/45/22 nitto tires on my new 04 r/c and they fit perfect. My rims are 9.5 wide though. Just FYI.

 

I say 285, which you can fit on either a 8.5" or 9.5" rim, but I say go with the wider! I had 305 on a 22x9.5 inch rim on my 03 Screw.

 

Wider = better handleing as your putting more rubber to the road. However, it ALSO means more rolling resistance and in turn less MPG's for you. Minor, but always a factor. Plus, wider tires blow in heavy snow. Wider tires excel in soft stuff like sand.

Or if you don't give a hoot about anything I've said above, get the wider tires for a more aggressive look.

 

You know we all care about you dzervit! You are my trainer and inspiration!

 

Thanks for all the input, just what I wanted to hear.

Looks like it's the 285's then.

 

In my opinion it seems like the 285/50/20 would look to small diameter wise on a 4x4

 

try 275/55-20
or 305-50-20

285 to short try to fill up those wheel wells

i went 275-60-20 fit fine no lift 33" tall

 

On a 4x4, I'd go with at least a 305/50-20 unless you have lowered the truck. These work out to be approximately 32 inches tall, which is the same height as the stock tires. The 285/50-20's will be about an inch shorter (approximately 31 inches).

 

Now I'm confused, need more posts. Should I ask to pay for bigger tyres?

 

based on the tire sizes you posted who ever you are buying
them from is trying to sell you eagle gt2's the eagle ls is a much
better tire and sells for the same price sometimes cheaper
because it is factory on dodge and offered on some gm,s
dont settle for wrong size ....

 

I have 285/50/20's on my 2wd truck and I lowered the back end 2 inches and I think I should've gone with bigger tires. I'd say you definately need a larger tire.

 

Thanks again guys, I think I'll go with the 305/50/20.

Hope this is the right choice.

 

Nitto Terra Grapplers. 305/55-20. 33 inches tall.