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Jun 10, 2009 | 04:52 PM

sself88

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I need some new tires on my 04 F150 XLT 4x4. The truck is stock, no leveling kits, or lifts. I'm currently running 265/70/17, but I was wondering if I can get away with a 285/70/17 without a leveling kit, and if any of you guys have an opinion on that? Thanks

Jun 10, 2009 | 08:13 PM

fordman19762003

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you should be ok with the 285/70/17, but that's the largest I'd try without a leveling kit.

Jun 11, 2009 | 02:18 AM

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33" tall is the absolute biggest you should run without a Leveling Kit on a 4x4 truck.

what rubber?

Jun 11, 2009 | 11:34 AM

sself88

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Thanks for the replies. I'm not sure on the tires yet. Maybe some BFG All Terrains, or Nitto Terra Grapplers. What do you guys recommend?

Jun 11, 2009 | 11:40 AM

mel2000f150

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I like the Dueler APT IV

Jun 11, 2009 | 11:51 AM

sself88

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I'm running Duelers right now in 265/70/17. I've been looking, and they all seem to be around 210-230 dollars. So I guess its more of a preference than a price decision.

Jun 11, 2009 | 11:58 AM

Tylus

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pretty much

You cannot go wrong with the BFG A/T...and I personally love the Goodyear Silent Armor. Very quiet tire with excellent traction

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Jun 11, 2009 | 03:21 PM

bigun72

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itll hold a 35 stock

Jun 11, 2009 | 03:28 PM

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VoodooRacer

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itll hold a 35 stock

really it wont rub on full lock. what about on a somewhat off road excursion not talking rock climbing or anything but mudding with ruts and such.

Jun 11, 2009 | 04:39 PM

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broncobran68

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itll hold a 35 stock

That's the first I have heard that. We'll need to see some proof.

Jun 11, 2009 | 04:50 PM

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a guy i kno has a stock fx4 with 35s , next time i see him i will take a pic and post it......
it can be done.... but will rub when u flex it just a little or hit a bump.

Jun 11, 2009 | 09:09 PM

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ok thats what i figured. I still need it to function

Jun 12, 2009 | 07:26 PM

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sjwelds

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As far as what tires to run I have 285/70/17 Nitto Terra Grapplers on my truck and like them very well. they're not too noisy on the highway and have a great grip in snow. I bought them on an ebay store: Home - Discount Tire Direct for $798 for the set of four. so far been very happy with them.