Tire Question?
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yes
for appearance though, I would recommend a 2" leveling kit that you can install with hand tools in your driveway. They run $80-130 and make the truck sit level and ensure the 33" tires will fit without rubbing
for appearance though, I would recommend a 2" leveling kit that you can install with hand tools in your driveway. They run $80-130 and make the truck sit level and ensure the 33" tires will fit without rubbing
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Yes they will fit, but a leveling kit will make it look like a 4wd, and you can get one for $80, and then a alignement after for about $40. It is very easy to install too.
Just curious, why the A/Ts? The M/Ts would cost about $20 more a set, and you'll get the same mileage out of them, but they'll actually perform off road 100 times better than the A/Ts, plust the M/Ts look better too, Just my $.02.
Just curious, why the A/Ts? The M/Ts would cost about $20 more a set, and you'll get the same mileage out of them, but they'll actually perform off road 100 times better than the A/Ts, plust the M/Ts look better too, Just my $.02.
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I've run the ATs and MTs on several rigs. Most of them were built for off road use. For my 05 F150 Lariat, I'm going with the ATs. They'll do what I need them to do off road. And, they'll still handle very nicely on the road.
MTs on a Daily Driver is OK. I've done it for years. But, not on a Lariat. I feel my truck is more luxury and comfort then it is built for off road. Which is why I plan to go with ATs.
As for reese2, I can't answer for them. Just giving my perspective. To each their own.
MTs on a Daily Driver is OK. I've done it for years. But, not on a Lariat. I feel my truck is more luxury and comfort then it is built for off road. Which is why I plan to go with ATs.
As for reese2, I can't answer for them. Just giving my perspective. To each their own.
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tylus, where do i buy the 2" leveling kit? Online? Does it just raise up the front to make the truck more level?
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Originally Posted by tylus
yes
for appearance though, I would recommend a 2" leveling kit that you can install with hand tools in your driveway. They run $80-130 and make the truck sit level and ensure the 33" tires will fit without rubbing
for appearance though, I would recommend a 2" leveling kit that you can install with hand tools in your driveway. They run $80-130 and make the truck sit level and ensure the 33" tires will fit without rubbing
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If you are still in warranty and they are worn have the dealer replace the tires under warranty! Don't let them dodge the fact that the tires are covered. I had mine changed at 29K miles under this provision. Call Ford if they reneg!
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Originally Posted by reese2
tylus, where do i buy the 2" leveling kit? Online? Does it just raise up the front to make the truck more level?
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Is it possible to switch to a passenger tire instead of an LT tire. The dealer said the truck is designed for the LT and cannot be switched. TireRack said it is ok to switch. I have the 18" wheels, and the cheapest is about $188 per tire for the LT. My 02 silverado 4x4 ext cab had P rated tires. How much of a difference is there?
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There is a big difference in price, as you know, but the Passenger tires don't have as high of a load rating, and usually don't have as many plys, which means alittle less mileage, and obviously less possible load to put on them.
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P rated tires will have lots off sway when cornerning compared to a LT tire. On the other hand, the LT tire will ride rougher and be more bouncy than the P tire. If you tow at all, DO NOT get the P tire.
Go to www.ebay.com and search for leveling kits. They sell them on Ebay for about $80 a pop and like MbbFord said, an alignment afterwards is in the $50 range.
The Leveling kits are basically a 2" to 2.5" puck of metal that bolts between the upper coil-over bracket mount and the coil-over. You don't need a spring compressor or anything. Just lift the truck until the front tires are off the ground and unbolt and rebolt. You should be able to do this in your driveway with a jack and simple hand tools.
Go to www.ebay.com and search for leveling kits. They sell them on Ebay for about $80 a pop and like MbbFord said, an alignment afterwards is in the $50 range.
The Leveling kits are basically a 2" to 2.5" puck of metal that bolts between the upper coil-over bracket mount and the coil-over. You don't need a spring compressor or anything. Just lift the truck until the front tires are off the ground and unbolt and rebolt. You should be able to do this in your driveway with a jack and simple hand tools.
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To re-itterate... If you tow at all use LT or D range tires! I have P rated on my truck now. When I tow my travel trailer I get rear end sway from the truck if I put water in my holding tanks. If they are empty it is fine. I usually don't see any rear end sway until 60 MPH. Rear end sway is nice on a woman but not on a truck towing a travel trailer! 
