Too big, just right or something else?
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Too big, just right or something else?
It feels ok and I think everything clears, but should I lift it an inch or so?
This is a 2015 F-250 XL CC FX4 CP that came with 245/75r17s. A friend owns a shop and said he had some 2012 or 2013 F250 KR 20's, so I had them mount a set of of 35x12.5r20 Firestone Destination MTs. Quite a change.
I forgot to ask him the width of those rims, but I recon they are 9s
So the big question is, does anyone think this will be a problem like it is?
This is a 2015 F-250 XL CC FX4 CP that came with 245/75r17s. A friend owns a shop and said he had some 2012 or 2013 F250 KR 20's, so I had them mount a set of of 35x12.5r20 Firestone Destination MTs. Quite a change.
I forgot to ask him the width of those rims, but I recon they are 9s
So the big question is, does anyone think this will be a problem like it is?
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You should be able to run 35/12.50's no problem. No modifications or trimming required. Your mileage MAY vary, but usually there's no issue.
PS I think your truck looks freaking great with that setup! Well done. I wouldn't touch a thing unless you have a problem like a rub at full lock, which isn't likely but is possible, in which case you should be able to add just that tiny bit of extra stop length to fix it.
PS I think your truck looks freaking great with that setup! Well done. I wouldn't touch a thing unless you have a problem like a rub at full lock, which isn't likely but is possible, in which case you should be able to add just that tiny bit of extra stop length to fix it.
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Hey,
Thanks for the info guys. The mileage has gone down by about .3 MPG.
Is the suspension part of the plow package an X type spring or is there something else to it as far as springs, shocks, sway bar or anything else?
Thanks for the info guys. The mileage has gone down by about .3 MPG.
Is the suspension part of the plow package an X type spring or is there something else to it as far as springs, shocks, sway bar or anything else?
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I really like the way this looks. I won't be changing anything until my current (brand new) tires are worn out. But I would like to go this way when it happens.
I like the bigger tire, no lift look specifically. That's why I ask.
-J
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It feels ok and I think everything clears, but should I lift it an inch or so?
This is a 2015 F-250 XL CC FX4 CP that came with 245/75r17s. A friend owns a shop and said he had some 2012 or 2013 F250 KR 20's, so I had them mount a set of of 35x12.5r20 Firestone Destination MTs. Quite a change.
I forgot to ask him the width of those rims, but I recon they are 9s
So the big question is, does anyone think this will be a problem like it is?
This is a 2015 F-250 XL CC FX4 CP that came with 245/75r17s. A friend owns a shop and said he had some 2012 or 2013 F250 KR 20's, so I had them mount a set of of 35x12.5r20 Firestone Destination MTs. Quite a change.
I forgot to ask him the width of those rims, but I recon they are 9s
So the big question is, does anyone think this will be a problem like it is?
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Remember, MPG calculation is a function of tire size as well, specifically revolutions per mile. The bigger the tire, the lower (fewer) the revs. That means your speedometer and odometer will both be running a few percent low, depending on what you started with. So if it shows you going 70 you might be going more like 73 or even 75. Verify with a GPS or phone speed app. But you're covering more ground than the truck realizes, so both read outs and hand calculations will read a little low.
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Look on the sticker on the door jamb, if you have cc fronts you have plow or heavy duty fronts.
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Any rubs yet? Have you tried some off chamber turns to see if you can get it to rub?
I really like the way this looks. I won't be changing anything until my current (brand new) tires are worn out. But I would like to go this way when it happens.
I like the bigger tire, no lift look specifically. That's why I ask.
-J
I really like the way this looks. I won't be changing anything until my current (brand new) tires are worn out. But I would like to go this way when it happens.
I like the bigger tire, no lift look specifically. That's why I ask.
-J
I went out yesterday to see what it could do and it was wonderful. Over two feet of muddy water and hills only Jeeps and Fords with elockers could do. And a PowerWagon. I am sure glad it has the elocker. That is a huge advantage. Plus the new tires of course.
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What is the front GAWR with the CC springs?