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Old Jan 9, 2010 | 10:12 AM
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I currently have 255 / 65 / 17 tires on my truck. They are the original tires and now that I need new ones I am finding out that particular size is not the easiest to find. Any suggestions on compatible tire sizes?
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Old Jan 9, 2010 | 10:23 AM
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You could go with a 275/60/17 if you have at least a 7.5 wide rim, It's the same o.d. but a little wider.
 
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Thanks for the help mojo.
 
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Old Jan 9, 2010 | 06:19 PM
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I had the same size as you originally and went to 265/70/17s with no problems.
 
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Old Jan 9, 2010 | 06:21 PM
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i have a 285-70-17 with no issues and they look alot better than stock size
 
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Originally Posted by jr105
I had the same size as you originally and went to 265/70/17s with no problems.
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if you have stock suspension and want nice tires that will be about 1" taller overall, a 265/70/17 is a great choice


not to mention they are very easy to find
 
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Thanks for all the help.
 
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Old Jan 10, 2010 | 07:45 AM
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One additional minor benefit to 265/70/17 is that the slightly larger diameter will correct the +2-3 mph speedometer error that our trucks come with stock.
 
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