General QuestionsGeneral questions related to 1999-2007 Super Duty trucks. If it doesn't fit the other categories, post it here. Gas engine discussion that pertains to all models is allowed. Specific gas engine questions should use the Gas Engines forum.
just wondering what other dually owners have for tires on there stock rims.. i been wanting to go bigger and more aggressive tread for off road use. i do vehicle recovery at times and need something that will help with traction so i don't get stuck but yet give a decent ride on the road as well as allow me still to haul trailers. any way let me know what you other guys are running and your opinions thanks.
__________________
2001 F350 SuperCrew Long Bed Dually.
7.3L turbo Diesel, automatic transmission, goose neck hitch, fifth wheel hitch, stainless steel back rack, 315/75-16 BFG A/T's, AUX back up lights, euro-lite driving lights, upgraded fog lights, dp-tuner, auto-meter ultra-lites, 5in stacks no muffler, whelen towmans light bar, DIY tymar intake, DIY coolant filter, 2M ham rig, DIY AIC,
( egauges )
Michelin XPS Traction tires. Widest they come is 235/85R16. Pricey but they last forever and have great traction in mud, snow, and wet pastures. Widest tire you can put on OEM DRW wheels (without spacers) is 255 mm. Anything wider than that and the tires can kiss under load. Can you say "blowout"!
__________________
2002 F350 Lariat CC 4x4 Auto 4.10 DRW, DP-Tuner F5 live tuned stock, quiet, 40dd, 40, 60, 80 tow, 80e and 120r, B&W GN, BrakeSmart, 'pooned tank, tank and pre-pump mods, 2µ Dahl 100 filter, regulated return, BTS dual HPOP, AC singles with EDM 34 lpm nozzles, AIS, H2e, Spearco 6.0 IC, Hypermax 3.5" dp--> MBRP 4" 304SS exhaust, BTS tranny, 203º T-stat, Chevron ELC, coolant filter, Oilguard bypass with Schaeffer 9000, WranglerNW 200 amp alternator & Optima group 31 batteries, Nippon-Denso starter, SPA gauges, SteveRacer mods, Hella 80/100W 9007s, Hella Micro DE foglights, 1000FF driving lights, 220W backup lights, Stancor contactor, Michelin XPS Traction tires, X-Springs, Bilstein shox, custom bumpers but otherwise stock. Nov 30 '99 build engine with 16 K miles, Fluidampr, Comp Cam 910 springs, Melling LPOP and ARP headstuds. Alien-Patrol Customer Service Sucks!
I've got Pro Comp All terrains on mine 315-75-16 on stock wheels. They have been lasting me about 50k mi I'm on my second set. they work awsome in the sand I do site prep and pull about 16K pounds every day of the week and I have yet to be stuck to where I cannot get out in 4wd even with a full load, and I live in the land of sugar sand.
__________________
Early 99 F350 DRW 4x4 PSD Auto CC LB - 2" lift 35" Pro Comps w/2" spacer in rear, 5" turbo back straight pipe roar, S&B Intake, diablo predator,triple disc torque converter, coming soon...22.5's.
HeavyHaulin is right, I've ran the 305's and 315's with great success on stock wheels. Most 315's will require more than the 2" wheel spacers, but some 315's have a narrow enough tread width to get by. I backed up to 285's Dayton Timberline M/T's with 2" spacers and have solved all my tire woes completely. You will be surprised what a difference a wider tire makes on these duallies. The wider ones won't cup out or wear funky like the 235's or 245's on the fronts. About every 10,000mis. if you'll rotate the fronts, they should last some 40-60K mis. easily. If you need a good hook up on spacers, give me a holler. I've been using the same place for years and they make a spacer you won't have to worry about, even if towing heavy loads. Don't let some here desuade your decision about spacers, the way these are built actually give less bearing pressure than some aftermarket wheels for SRW's. I've not had one problem in 11 years with spacers on 4 different trucks. Good luck.
thanks for the info ill have to start putting some money away so i can get tires this spring.. ill let ya know when i need the spacers [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]
__________________
2001 F350 SuperCrew Long Bed Dually.
7.3L turbo Diesel, automatic transmission, goose neck hitch, fifth wheel hitch, stainless steel back rack, 315/75-16 BFG A/T's, AUX back up lights, euro-lite driving lights, upgraded fog lights, dp-tuner, auto-meter ultra-lites, 5in stacks no muffler, whelen towmans light bar, DIY tymar intake, DIY coolant filter, 2M ham rig, DIY AIC,
( egauges )
AutoForums.com is the premier network of enthusiast-owned
enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
We operate more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share
experiences and opinions as a community.
, auto-meter ultra-lites, 5in stacks no muffler, whelen towmans light bar, DIY tymar intake, DIY coolant filter, 2M ham rig, DIY AIC, 
Linear Mode
