My friend has a 2001 F-150 Supercrew with 255 70R/16 (Stock Tires & Rims). He would like to go up to a bigger tire size, as he likes the tires I have on my 98 f-150 supercab (265 70R/17). He is not sure what his options are with his current rims or if he should buy 17" rims. Any feedback?

 

17" rims suck for bigger tire selection. There's a MUCH larger selection in 16" sizes

 

I have the 17" rims and can only find the Wrangler AT/S that they came with...16's would be better.

On the same note i am wondering what the maximum size tire can go onto these 17" rims. It has 265/70r17's on it. It is the 4x4 ORP so the fender clearance is there but i am wondering what size they cam hold? Any one tackle this on all ready?

 

A 265/75/16 is basically the same height as a 265/70/17. Stick with the 16's, because there are much more tire sizes and selections available.

 

Do they make a 265/70r 16?, why would you want to go to a 265/75r 16 if you have 70's on the truck now?

 

Don't understand what you're asking this time, but all I was trying to say was that the 265/75/16 is the same overall height as a 265/70/17 (@31"). So if your buddy wants a taller tire, but not new wheels, a 265/75/16 will work just fine for him.

I have 265/75/16 on my rig. It's just a taller sidewall compared to a 265/70/16.

They make a ton of different sizes in the 16" wheel size. Alot more then the 17" wheels.

 

Thank you for the Info, I will relay these messages to my friend.

 

No problem. Glad to help. One more thing, your friend will really want to consider getting a spare tire to match the size of the tires he ends up with.

I had to use mine the other day, and was glad I spent the $50 to get a used 265/75/16 tire. It was on the rear and I have the Limited Slip. If you run a different size tire with an LS, you'll ruin it pretty fast....