Getting ready for new tires...which ones? Wandell-any tips?
 

Hey all,

As the title suggests I'm getting new tires (51,000 miles). After doing much reading on these forums, I have boiled it down to three tire sizes (I've left out tire brands-that'll be decided after I decide on the right size).

Here's what I have: 2003 F-150 FX4 5.4L, Stock 265/70/17 tires and stock rims. No modifications made to suspension or lift (not including the 3" included in the FX4 package). 3.73 gears.

Here's what I'm thinking about:

285/70/17
305/70/17
315/70/17

What do you say would be the best bet for me? Of course I want LARGER (the bigger the better), but don't want any rubbing. I will be cranking the t-bars to level the truck, if that helps. I'm not opposed to cutting to make space, but want to be able to use the truck offroad.

Also, I'm a bit strapped for cash, so I don't want to add any lift kits for now...So basically, what setup is good for my stock setup? .

Thanks for all your help!

Ryan

Because there are so few tire options in those sizes, you should consider tire brand/model.

FX4 does not change the ride hight over any other 17" wheel'd 4wd F-150.

285/70 IMHO looks the best (right proprtions). I personally wouldn't go larger based on performance penalties alone, but not everyone notices that. My 285's

Cost wise, you can pick up take off H2 tires (315/70) + a body lift for labout the same as 285's, but longer term I think you'll accelerate drivetrain/suspension wear. Plu,s I think it looks bad on stock height trucks.

I'd go with 285/70-17's or 295/70-17's.

Hey Guys,
I've got an 02 S-crew at stock height and am on and off all kinds of developed and not so developed construction sites. A local tire chain guy suggested a 285 75 r16 LT tire.
1, will this fit?
2, will it kill my speedo calibration??
3, will it throw off my shift points???

Thanks!

You can fit 285/75-16's but I wouldn't go larger than 265/75-16's without a lift. It will throw off your speedo. How much depends on your OEM tire size.

Hey Wandell,

If I was to go with the 295/70/17's you recommended above, what kind of backspacing do you think would look good. I want a wider stance, but don't want it to look...well, you know... :bandito: !

I'm looking at the Nittos that cctexas31 has on his rig, but am curious as to what you thought would be acceptable backspacing. Thanks in advance for any tips.

Ryan

Well, I've been doing some research on tires, and it just occurred to me that maybe I want some new wheels to go with the new shoes. My only concern: price (and hopefully the new wheels look good).

Anyone know where I can get some affordable wheels to match say some Nitto Terras that are 295/70/17?

Or should I scrap that idea and get 18 inch wheels and possibly the same Nittos?
Thanks...this forum rocks.

Eagle Alloy, Pro Comp and American Racing all make reasonably priced 17x9 inch wheels that would work great. I believe most have 5 inches of backspacing. I would go with a 9 or 10 inch wheel with 4 1/2 or 5 inches of backspacing.

Here is a pic of my truck its a 06 f150 supercrew 4x4 with a 2.5 leveling kit.
295/70/17 nitto grappler with the american eagle rims series 187 17/9 offset +2.


[IMG]https://www.f150online.com/galleries...297-147308.jpg[/IMG]

I have an '03 KR and put MB Motoring 17x8.5" Precise wheels on it and 285/70/17 BFG's on. Take a look. And mine is also bone stock suspension. No lifts or tightened torsion bars. I think the 295/70/17 Nittos would good as well. I like the white letters myself personally tho. nitto doesn't make the white letters I don't believe.
https://www.f150online.com/galleries...899-146648.jpg