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May 10, 2009 | 09:37 AM

pb34

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Quick tire question/Picture Request

Alright well it's finally about time to put some new rubber on the old 150. I'm most likely set on the Firestone Destination ATs in 285/70/17. My truck is a 4x4 and I would just like to confirm one last time that these will fit without rubbing. My truck is not leveled or lifted.

My other question is does anybody have any pictures with these size tires? I would love to get an idea of how they will fill up the wheel wells on my truck! Thanks in advance!!

May 10, 2009 | 09:53 AM

bridge

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They shouldn't rub. Usually don't see rubbing until around a 300 width. But, just to be sure, let the folks putting them on you'd like to confirm before leaving the store. Just make sure you go to full lock left and right...do some donuts in their parking lot. Any reputable outfit won't mind and they will also allow you to swap to a narrower tire.

May 10, 2009 | 10:50 AM

kissingbug1978

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I'm running 285/70/17 BFGs on my 2007 with no lift or leveling kit. No rubbing and the wheels turn lock to lock. I'll try to post pics this evening.

May 10, 2009 | 11:03 AM

pb34

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Also, one more question. Any idea on the difference in gas mileage with that size tire?

May 10, 2009 | 02:06 PM

Tylus

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depends on how you drive...but it shouldn't have that great an effect

probably about 1-2 mpg lower...but you'll also need to get your speedo recalibrated

May 10, 2009 | 07:21 PM

pb34

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Yeah, I assumed I would have to do that. Hopefully at some point in the distant future I'll be able to get a tuner. As of right now though, money is forbidding that.

May 11, 2009 | 08:53 AM

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on stock Truck, 285/75/17 Nitto TG's touch the air dam at full turn
now that was 75's
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May 12, 2009 | 04:15 AM

jsoko

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Quote:

Originally Posted by pb34

Theoretically those are over an inch taller than the 285/70's no?

never measured to be exact
go to a tire store
with tape in hand & have them show you the tires
PS take pencel & pad

May 12, 2009 | 04:49 AM

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I have the same size BFGs. Here's a pic:[IMG]

[/IMG] I'd get the Goodrichs', they'll last longer than the Firestones. These have 135,000 miles on them right now, although this is an old pic. They're almost brand new in this shot. Here's what they look like right now [IMG]

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May 12, 2009 | 05:32 AM

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Tell me about your Ford Emblem up front. I like it!

May 12, 2009 | 05:52 AM

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mitch150

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Tell me about your Ford Emblem up front. I like it!

Hey don I hit you up on your visitor page. And for anyone else interested the overlays are from www.patriotdecals.com

May 12, 2009 | 07:41 AM

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70 series should be fine at 32.8" on average. 75 series are taller by about an inch. in my opinion 33" is the magic number for unmodified trucks. I'd stay 70 series.

I have the Firestones, please give me a call if you would like to order.

May 12, 2009 | 11:25 AM

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pb34

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Damon_Tirerack

I actually had planned on ordering them from you guys when I got around to buying. It will probably be a couple weeks before I've got the money though.

One more thing I just though of, any idea how much height this will add to the truck? I'm relatively close to the top of my garage now and I'm curious as to if I'll still fit.

Mitch: I would look at the BFG's but they are a good deal more expensive than the Firestones and money is a factor.

May 12, 2009 | 04:41 PM

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Finally got pics up. This is my stock(for now)07 with 285/70/17 BFG AT with American Racing wheels. I don't know the specs on the wheel, since I bought em used.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/p...pictureid=7674
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/a...pictureid=7678