tire question
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tire question
This may be a dumb question. I am looking to purchase a 2006 F-250 w/ a V10. I noticed that the truck has the upgraded 275/65/20 tires instead of the stock 265/70/17. I was wondering what the difference between the two would be? The ride? Fuel mileage? Fuel mileage in general is not a concern to me, just wondering what to expect with the 20's.
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Slightly larger over all tire diameter
More expensive replacement tires
Harsher ride quality (less side wall give)
Dramatically reduced tire selection for various load ranges
Better cornering stability ( the 16inch behavior was god)
I notice no significant difference in cornering stability with the 18 inch tires I had to get with the King Ranch
The 18, and 20 inch rims are a reaction to marketing.
2005 and up can not use 16 inch rims because of larger brake rotor and caliper.
If I had to choose today I would try for the 17 inch rims.
More expensive replacement tires
Harsher ride quality (less side wall give)
Dramatically reduced tire selection for various load ranges
Better cornering stability ( the 16inch behavior was god)
I notice no significant difference in cornering stability with the 18 inch tires I had to get with the King Ranch
The 18, and 20 inch rims are a reaction to marketing.
2005 and up can not use 16 inch rims because of larger brake rotor and caliper.
If I had to choose today I would try for the 17 inch rims.
