What are the chances of getting a few photos of different tires sizes on stock rims with a 2 1/2" level? Unless I missed a similar post in my searches it would be appreciated having a few in one place! I would think that it could also be very helpful to other newby browsers trying to decide what to do as well.

My dilemaa.....I have a 2004 4X4 with 275/65-18 tires. I need tires for inspection but am having a hard time deciding what size to go with. I wasn't planning on it but just ordered a 2 1/2" autospring so I'd like to go bigger on the tires (sticking with stock wheels). I just can't seem to decide between a 285/70-18, 295/70-18, and the 305/70-18 and it is getting very frustrating!!! Thanks

 

My OEMs were 17" ( XLT ), but I had mine leveled with the Bilstein 5100 kit ( 2" level )




Carolinaboy has the 18"s and the same suspension as mine, looks the same as mine does.

 

Here is a pic of mine with 2 1/2 AS level and 295/70/18's (nitto trail grapplers). There are more pics in my album with these tires and with level and factory tires.

 

Thank you both. I have to say that I never knew how much difference simple tires could make. I mean I knew it made a difference but honestly they look like completely different trucks. You both did a nice job. I see wheels sometime in my future but couldn't think of doing both at once right now.

Those are both nice tires and actually probably the two I was looking at and will end up reaching for. I don't like the price on either of them but that's alright as long as they last long enough to pay for themselves. Thinking I'm leaning a little more towards the trail grapplers because what I've been reading so far leans toward the grappler when it comes to snow. We get a little of everything up here and I hate to be fixing up my truck just to turn around and smack into the back of someone.

I thought of starting a new thread but I've started 3 in 3 days in different forums! Things going in all directions. LOL Anyway....Any opinions on Internet sites to stay away from, lean towards for purchasing tires? Always hearing good things about the Tire Rack but they don't seem to sell the nitto's. Thanks again.....I'm looking forward to getting all of this taken care of.

 

I purchased mine from http://www.4wheelonline.com/ and had a great experience, tires arrived in less than a week in perfect condition. Free shipping, and their prices were the best I could find.

 

Thanks.....I'll check them out

 

Think I decided on the Trail Grapplers. Planning on ordering today or tomorrow. I like the looks of 295/70/18 posted but wouldn't mind seeing one in the 285/70 for comparison if anyone has one?

 

I have the 285/70/18 terra grap's on my '07 with a 2.5" level... Just click on my garage for multiple pics

 

Trail Grapplers do not have a 285/70, so you would have to go with a different tire if you want that size.

 

I'm sorry....I misread their page. They have a 285/65/18....I just ordered the 295/70 and they're supposed to be here tomorrow. I need to remember to take a before photo....Going to look like a completely different truck when it's done. Thanks

 

Here are a few with stock wheels/tires before and after..

Before


After


Before


After


You can see more pics in my gallary...https://www.f150online.com/forums/me...99-albums.html

 

pic after 2.5 level kit

 

Just had to comment on how awesome your truck is! I love the color combo with those trail grapplers

 

Just had to comment on how awesome your truck is! I love the color combo with those trail grapplers

 

Here was my truck with the stock FX4 20s and an AS 2" lift.