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Old 03-08-2008, 11:16 PM
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I am about to have about 10.5-11" of lift total. And I was looking at tires and i was think about getting the super swampers ssr radials 37/12.5/15. I want some clearance but not too much that tires end up looking tiny. Do guys think that would work or will it look funny and i go with a different size?

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I dont think a 37 would look tiny on anything. I would love to see some pics.
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that is quite a bit of lift, and I have no idea what size tires you would be able to turn.

I would imagine you are going to re gear right?
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what do have for a truck?year ,motor,gears,etc.
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You should be able to run 40s if you want. But running that large of a tire on IFS is bound to cause trouble.
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I think 38's will look great with the size lift. You will definitely need to regar though going with anything larger than 35's.
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Yeah im gonna try to get some pics up soon..and i suppose it will be re geared.....and its a 2000 f150 2wd 4.2 not sure about the gears though..also i was thinking about 38's super swamper tsl..but right now my truck is in the shop cuz on my way to work today my whole damn front right tire fell off lol it sucks but im hoping no major damage was done
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You have got to be kidding me.... a 40 inch tires with a 4.2?
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Just curious why on 15's????? Some 16s or 17s would look soooo much better and give you a little extra cooling for them brakes since your going to need it.

Otherwise sounds cool, except the 2wd thing, but thats just me.
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Originally Posted by ozzy11
its a 2000 f150 2wd 4.2 not sure about the gears though..
Probably would've been a good thing to mention originally. Your truck is going to have a tough time with bigger tires, especially if you don't regear.


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