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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 07:29 AM
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Tire size ?
I currently have the V/B code springs and have 285/65/18's....Can i go to a larger tire without rub? Thanks
 
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Others have gone as far as 305.
 
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Just looking for a tad taller tire...width is fine.
 
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I have 295/70/18 and they rub at full lock...with HD rims.
 
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Just at full lock? Is it bearable?
 
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Originally Posted by 05Eddie
Just looking for a tad taller tire...width is fine.
305/65 is still taller than what you have now, as well as wider. 65 is an aspect ratio of the width.
 
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Just at full lock? Is it bearable?
Yes, its not all that bad, but it does rub on both sides passenger and driver.
 
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Heck if the 305's rub at full lock, might as well get 315's to fill the wheel well a little better. Yes they'll rub, but you get used to it.
 
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