I own a 2005 F-150 2WD with the 5.4
It came with 255/65 R17 tires. I would like to get a tire with a little more size (taller). Does anyone have an opinion about what size to go to and which tires to buy. I am looking for a good all terrian tire with good sand, mud, and rain performance. Also, I'm trying not to break the bank on this one.

 

I also want a tire that I can put 55-60 psi in and not have to worry about thorns. I will sacrifice the smooth ride for something that I can rely on.

 

<TABLE cellSpacing=5 cellPadding=5 width=550 border=0>Nitto's Terra Grappler All-Terrain Tire Receives First Place in Recent Comparison

In a recent comparison of all-terrain tires, Nitto Tire’s Terra Grappler was ranked #1 by a leading consumer magazine.

The study compared all-terrain offerings from several tire manufacturers and evaluated each tire on 13 criteria, focusing primarily on dry handling and traction, wet handling and traction, snow traction, and noise. All criteria received one of five possible rankings: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair and Poor. All 13 tires in the study were sized 265/70R17 and had at least an S speed rating, which is rated up to 112 mph.

The Terra Grappler performed exceptionally well in all tests. In dry-handling tests, the Terra Grappler received a ranking of Excellent in Dry Cornering, and a ranking of Very Good in Dry Braking. To simulate wet-weather conditions, each tire was tested on a hydroplaning test surface. The Terra Grappler excelled, receiving a ranking of Very Good in both Wet Cornering and Hydroplaning, and a ranking of Good in Wet Braking. In addition to performing well in three-season driving conditions, the Terra Grappler is also very reliable in winter driving. It received the top ranking in Ice Breaking without ABS tests, and a Very Good ranking in Snow Traction.

Because of its flexibility in all driving conditions, the study recommends the Terra Grappler for all weather conditions.

Each tire was also evaluated for road noise and ride comfort using a concrete road surface built to highway standards. Again the Terra Grappler outperformed, ranking Excellent in Noise, Very Good in Overall Comfort, and Good in Steering Feel.

The Terra Grappler not only performs in all weather conditions, but also provides a quiet ride with little road noise. Its multi-block tread design is excellent for off-road traction and on-road performance. The staggered shoulder lugs ensure traction in any weather condition, including deep sand, mud, snow, and loose gravel. The study ranked the Nitto Terra Grappler as best for all weather conditions, and first overall.

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I should have a set of 295/70/17 grapplers in this week for my 05, i'll see how they do

 

I have been running 305/55/20's and am a happy camper..Going to pismo this weekend with 20 other 2004 2006 F150's..So I will see how they do in the sand.

If any body wants to go e-mail me

 

Hey FordTruckGuySTX

Will those tires require a lift kit to clear and not rub? And are you running stock rims?