Tire size
Laughing Gas
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From: Timbuk3, MI
Atlee - Outside of possible looks, what benefit do larger than stock tires do for a truck? Serious question.
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- less rolling resistance.
- better traction.
- more ground clearance.
- taller sidewall.
To name a few ...
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Hotshot
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I really doubt anyone can show that BIGGER tires have less rolling resistance and get BETTER gas mileage.
Traction is a function of tread design and tire pressure... NOT tire diameter.
I think we all agree that BIGGER tires would give more ground clearance and a taller side wall
Traction is a function of tread design and tire pressure... NOT tire diameter.
I think we all agree that BIGGER tires would give more ground clearance and a taller side wall
Laughing Gas
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From: Timbuk3, MI
steve(ill) - I really doubt anyone can show that BIGGER tires have less rolling resistance and get BETTER gas mileage.
e.g. skinnier, taller tire(s). *Less contact patch.
Traction is a function of tread design and tire pressure... NOT tire diameter.
e.g. tire(s) with wider tread. *Greater contact patch.
I think we all agree that BIGGER tires would give more ground clearance and a taller side wall
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