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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 08:33 AM
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V/B Codes & ranchhand bumper installed!

I finally got my modded V codes (added the B code overload leaf) and my modded B codes on my excursion! I also finally have the ranchhand bumper on! I will post more photos, I took more but many came out blurry and I didnt realize till I got to work.

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Next I plan on finding a way to cover those gaps where you can see through above my tires
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 09:46 AM
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Next I plan on finding a way to cover those gaps where you can see through above my tires
BIGGER TIRES!!

 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Alex F
BIGGER TIRES!!


Im in kind of a predicement with that. I straight up dont have money for new wheels and tires, even though I want them. I wont any time soon either (im in college, so money is tight. I only did the V/B code because of steering wander and I tow so I needed it)

Well, I had to get new back tires about 3 months ago desperately. The fronts now need new tires. I would get 4 new bigger tires for my stock wheels, but, the back are only 3 months old.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ccllud


it looks like the front passenger tire is low and rubbing you side wall thin...
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by 98GP
it looks like the front passenger tire is low and rubbing you side wall thin...

I will check it today and get it filled up.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:50 AM
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I will check it today and get it filled up.
Or just get some 285's
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:55 AM
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Would 35s fit with modded B code/modded V codes?

I found a set of 315/75/16 on craigslist that are 8lug ford rims, he said fits 99-07 f250/350s. 400 for all 4 tires and wheels
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by ccllud
Would 35s fit with modded B code/modded V codes?

I found a set of 315/75/16 on craigslist that are 8lug ford rims, he said fits 99-07 f250/350s. 400 for all 4 tires and wheels
35's will not fit the front without rubbing.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 11:08 AM
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What is the largest tire I can fit on the stock rims without rubbing?

and is there any temporary fixes that will make it look better until I save up to get tires?
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 11:18 AM
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My 02' had the v codes and I had the 33" 285/75/16 BFG's all terrain no problems.

How much lift did you actually gain over stock?
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 12:14 PM
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My 02 has stock suspension and I run 305/75/16 (33") tires without rubbing even at max turn.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 03:23 PM
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Where do yall buy your tires normally? discounttire?
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 04:23 PM
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Discount tire. Not because of the price (though they are usually pretty good) but because there is a location nearby everywhere I normally travel, free flat repair and rotation, and I have never had a problem with warranty claims. Also while they may grumble about experimenting with larger than stock tires I have never had them refuse to do it.

About 1/3 of the counter employees are less than knowledgeable about their products but if you ask to speak with an expert I have always found at least one person who knows what they are talking about. Pretty good for retail IMO.

Until about 10 years ago I used to go to Sam's but ran into too many problems.
 
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Old Aug 1, 2013 | 05:22 PM
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Discount tire.
And NEVER pay full price for the warranty they offer. They are always willing to haggle on it, either by reducing the price or doing the mount and balance for free.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 09:04 AM
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285/75/16 looks like a very popular size so many options on brand and such. I dont see as much 305/75/16. If I can find the 305's is it worth getting those instead and they wont rub?

Any brands yall reccomend? Im getting all terrain tires

I think I might try to sell the tires I bought a few months ago and get a set of 285/75/16. I might shop used. For my expedition I had a long time ago I just bought another $35-$50 tire everytime one went bad. Lot cheaper than spending 1000$ for 4 new tires. Most of these places mount it too for free since they are desperate for business unlike discounttire.
 
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