285 vs 295
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285 vs 295
Decided on the BFG AT's.
I'm running 265/75/16 and I'd like to keep the stock rims.
Will a 285/75/16 fit on the stock rims?
What about the 295's?
I know the 295's may rub at full tilt but can't I offset a little to compensate for the rub?
I see that BFG has a "new construction" 285, anyone know about these?
Can't find pics or specs.
The old one is also listed, only about a $9 difference.
I'm running 265/75/16 and I'd like to keep the stock rims.
Will a 285/75/16 fit on the stock rims?
What about the 295's?
I know the 295's may rub at full tilt but can't I offset a little to compensate for the rub?
I see that BFG has a "new construction" 285, anyone know about these?
Can't find pics or specs.
The old one is also listed, only about a $9 difference.
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Originally Posted by Steve_250
I'm running 265/75/16 and I'd like to keep the stock rims.
Will a 285/75/16 fit on the stock rims?
Will a 285/75/16 fit on the stock rims?
Last edited by utahtom; Sep 15, 2005 at 11:18 AM.
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I have Toyo 285's on my stock rims and no issues. I had looked at the 295's but the tire place wouldn't do it. To much tire bulging over the rim and prone to failure according to them. When these tires wear out I will go with something narrower but just as tall. I had BFG's in a 265/75/16 before these Toyo's and liked how long they lasted. I didn't get BFG's again because I thought they performed poorly in the snow.
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Here's a pic of my 285 BFG's
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...oid=71022&.jpg
http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/asset...rain_ta_kd.pdf
I wouldn't lose any sleep running a 285 on a 7" stock rim. When you think it out, that's only a difference of a 1/4" on each side of the rim compared to the reccomended 7.5'' rim.
Here's a real good article explaining some tire tips, and why tires that have the snowflake/mountain symbol blow the doors off of mud tires and other competition tires that don't have the symbol.
http://www.4wheeloffroad.com/techart...RE/index2.html
As far as I know, the "KO" version is the latest revision and the only revision. It's been out for a few years now.
You can get the 285 D's BFG's at Sams club for right around $169 per wheel including all services and extended warranties.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...oid=71022&.jpg
http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/asset...rain_ta_kd.pdf
I wouldn't lose any sleep running a 285 on a 7" stock rim. When you think it out, that's only a difference of a 1/4" on each side of the rim compared to the reccomended 7.5'' rim.
Here's a real good article explaining some tire tips, and why tires that have the snowflake/mountain symbol blow the doors off of mud tires and other competition tires that don't have the symbol.
http://www.4wheeloffroad.com/techart...RE/index2.html
As far as I know, the "KO" version is the latest revision and the only revision. It's been out for a few years now.
You can get the 285 D's BFG's at Sams club for right around $169 per wheel including all services and extended warranties.
Last edited by Beast12; Sep 16, 2005 at 05:24 PM.
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Go with the 295's if you think you will need the extra widt, you will be fine. If you don't need the extra width stick with the 285s.
I have had BFG A/Ts in the snow and worked great! A foot of snow from Tahoe to Mammoth in a blizzard!
I have had BFG A/Ts in the snow and worked great! A foot of snow from Tahoe to Mammoth in a blizzard!
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Steve, Clearly my opinion is the minority position
and that's fine with me... The BFG A/T that Superranger mentioned in 285/75/16 E rating is probably the only 285 (w/7" rim) worth considering IMO due to it's 3,750 lb rating and a darn good tire. With that said, if you want some more info, send an e-mail to the tire manufacturer and ask what they recommend- JMO
and that's fine with me... The BFG A/T that Superranger mentioned in 285/75/16 E rating is probably the only 285 (w/7" rim) worth considering IMO due to it's 3,750 lb rating and a darn good tire. With that said, if you want some more info, send an e-mail to the tire manufacturer and ask what they recommend- JMO
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I agree with going with the E 285's if you can.
However the D 285's are already heavier rated than the "D" 265's and "E" 235's that came on most stock Super Dutys.
The "D" 285's only give up 100lbs to an "E" 265/75R16, and for my purposes I can live with that.
If you have to resort to ordering the tire you want, you should check out Sam's club as they won't nail you for shipping and are quite a bit cheaper than Tire Rack.
However the D 285's are already heavier rated than the "D" 265's and "E" 235's that came on most stock Super Dutys.
The "D" 285's only give up 100lbs to an "E" 265/75R16, and for my purposes I can live with that.
If you have to resort to ordering the tire you want, you should check out Sam's club as they won't nail you for shipping and are quite a bit cheaper than Tire Rack.
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Originally Posted by utahtom
Yes, the 285's will fit- And I have ran them in the past without a problem other than excessive wear in the center of the tire (and they were not overinflated). Other folks have experienced balancing problems. The underlying issue with installing 285's on a 7 inch rim is that most (all?) tire manufacturers recommend a 8 inch rim for this tire. Some tire shops will not install the 285's on 7 inch rims while others do it all the time. Would I do it again? No. IMO If you want a bigger tire, get a wider rim.
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Originally Posted by climbhightree
I went with 295 BFG's all-terrains and I am very happy with them. Love the look and feel.
Pics are in gallery
Pics are in gallery
Any offset?
Superrangerman,
Good article, thanks for the link. It really sold me on the BFG AT.
I just don't want to have to buy new wheels too but I need the wider rubber for sand.
Thanks all for the info....
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Just installed (had it done) 295/75-16 BFG A/T KOs. I have 7.5" rims stock on my truck which are the minimum required width. Only under extreme full turn does the tire hit the leaf spring. The D rated 295 at 65psi has the same weight carrying of the E rated 265 at 80psi, 3400ish pounds.
Had lots of comments today about how much more manish the truck looks.
Had lots of comments today about how much more manish the truck looks.
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Originally Posted by Steve_250
Bryan, what size wheels did you put them on?
Any offset?
Any offset?
I think the offset was 4.5...i didnt special order it or anything. so what ever is normal for that size wheel.
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Thanks Bryan, can you take a pic of your front wheel showing how close the hub lock is to the top of the hub cover? Maybe one of the front view showing the offset? Are you saying that the wheel came with a spacer built in?
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This Is info from american racing wheels on my rim.
Part No. Size Offset Backside Bolt Circle Note
720-6870 16x8 0 4 1/2 8-170 99-on Ford Super Duty
I have since got Warn prem. hubs (and removed center cab of wheel cause hated the gap and recessed 4x4 hub look).
Hope this is the pics you wanted.
Part No. Size Offset Backside Bolt Circle Note
720-6870 16x8 0 4 1/2 8-170 99-on Ford Super Duty
I have since got Warn prem. hubs (and removed center cab of wheel cause hated the gap and recessed 4x4 hub look).
Hope this is the pics you wanted.