Want bigger tires..can I?
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Originally posted by APT
I have 285/70R17 BFG AT and really noticed acceleration and fuel mileage penalties. I don't think I would try them with a 4.6L and probalby a 3.55 gear.
I have 285/70R17 BFG AT and really noticed acceleration and fuel mileage penalties. I don't think I would try them with a 4.6L and probalby a 3.55 gear.
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I have the 5.4L with 3.73 gears and the transmission has trouble keeping the torque converter locked up on the highway, at least compared to my last truck with 265/70R17 tires and same drivetrain. It only gets worse while towing. Gas mileage is about 3mpg less than the last truck too.
Last edited by APT; 01-21-2004 at 08:55 AM.