[Electron]

Heres my Delima, Time for new tires on my 03 F-250 FX4

Current setup is:

Wheels = Gear Alloy 707 Sprockets 18x9
Tires = Nitto Terra Grappler's LT325/60R18

I like the look as it is now But The tires Rub The leaf springs when I turn either Direction.

Is this a common Problem?

What do you recommend for a good Tire? I will be putting on about 1000 Miles a week for the next 3 Months all Highway Miles at 75 to 80 Mph.

Not towing anything 90% of the time.

I want a tire that rides fairly well and not too Loud.

Thanks
Ed

 

[byantdt]

how about a signature with your truck details? that tire/rim shouldn't rub.

 

[Electron]

Thats the setup, They definetly rub the Leaf Springs when you turn Left or Right. There is a bright polished spot on both front leaf springs front and back. They Just touch the Back side of the front inner fender well's enough to leave a scuff mark.

I just got this truck last week, I am sure I could get used to the rub and not turn as sharp or add stops somehow.

The tires are worn enough that I need to replace them in the next few days before I start the Tulsa,Ok to Amarillo,Tx to Wichita,Ks and Back to Tulsa Run every week.

Thats why I was considering a size change.

Is the 325/60 R18 bigger than say a 31"x12.5x18 or smaller

Thanks
Ed

 

[hobie]

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Is the 325/60 R18 bigger than say a 31"x12.5x18 or smaller

Thanks
Ed

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yes bigger. use this page to figure out tire sizes

http://www.s-10crewcab.com/og1/modinfo/calc.html

i run 325/65/18 and i only rub in the inner fender well.

as far as tire choice, make sure you get a tire with the correct load rating for what you do with your truck.