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Jonny O
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5/12/2004
18:25:59
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The original Goodyears on my 02 SLT+ CC 4x2 are getting worn and I'll need to replace them fairly soon probably. I'd like to go with a wider tire for a meatier look, yet I want to (more or less) retain the factory ride height (i.e. no ultra-low-profile tires, as I can't afford new rims).
So any suggestions as to size and brand (btw, it's got the 16x8 factory alloy wheels).
Thanks!!!
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jeff w
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5/12/2004
23:09:04
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BF Goodrich Radial T/A's. 295/50/16
Should be about the same height as stock but fat as hell. :)
'02 Sport 4.7 auto, Gibson exhaust, homebrew K&N cold air, 275/60 BFG Radial T/A's, Infinity CD w/Pioneer & Infinity spkrs & Kenwood powered sub.
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Jonny O
Dodge Dakota
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5/20/2004
19:25:50
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Thanks for the info Jeff.
295/50-16s would be meaty as all heck that's for sure... but would they be too wide for use on the front wheels? Or would they be okay?
Thanks!
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SoCalSLT
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5/20/2004
20:32:02
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295's are a REALLY bad idea unless its on an R/T. I have 275/55/R17 R/T rims on my '00 SLT 4x2 and the tire sticks out just a tiny amount past the body. Unless you put a body kit around the wheel wells, 295's will look stupid sticking out the sides of your Dak's body.
-KT
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.boB
Dodge Dakota
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5/20/2004
22:13:39
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For brand/type, it all depends on what you're going to do with it.
I drive mostly dry roads, with some rain, snow, ice once in a while. Some light off roading, but nothing dramatic. I recently installed a set of Michelin LTX M/S, stock size.
Great tire. Quiet and responsive on the highway, stands up to a heavy load, corners very well. I got cought in a heavy snow storm in SE CO last Jan. Very heavy snow, lots of ice. Tires had grip like there was no tomorrow, never had any problems at all. I'm very happy with them.
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Stumpy
Dodge Dakota
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5/20/2004
22:28:44
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Hey you guys should check out the Toyo Open Country AT's i have them on my V6 Dakota and the handle very well in the all seasons.
And they are lou as h*** when ya burn'em up :)
Stumpy
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wrong
Dodge Dakota
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5/20/2004
23:39:45
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dont listen to socalslt. The r/t rims make your tires stick out, not the tires themselves. Why do you think they put flares on the r/t? 295's would be sweet on your truck, and they should work good on the front too. I have 275's and it is fine. what is 2 cm?
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AL
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5/21/2004
21:30:05
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"BF Goodrich Radial T/A's. 295/50/16"
Those tires look nice, BUT they are intended for cars. Does it make a difference?
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dogliftsleg
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5/22/2004
06:43:06
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and says, have Radial T/A's on my Gen 3 and 45,000 miles on them with no problem, even hauled 1400 lb loads and pulled a trailer, however, due to the rubber hardening with age, they are getting very slippery when wet.
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