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Old 05-27-2011, 06:21 PM
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Default Getting new tires...not sure what to get.

I have a '99 lariat model. It currently sits on a 2.5" lift, 255/70-16 tires, and stock wheels. I want to get 33" BFG TA AT KOs, but I'm not sure what will fit on my truck. Help me out!
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2wd or 4wd?
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and i'm really trying not to break the bank. i can afford new tires, but not new wheels to go with them
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With the front leveled you can fit 33's easily
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you need to consider your weather and road conditions.

Do you ride on the highway every day? Are you often in the snow/mud?

Do you want comfort, or do you not care? Do you want a long lasting tire?
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@4x4 wolf:awesome thanks
@00gstang: most of my driving after i get new tires will be on college campus, so not very much highway driving. probably a 4 hour roundtrip home once a month. it snows every year and lasts for a little while. the truck will be taken muddin after a while.
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Originally Posted by TRU4LYF
@4x4 wolf:awesome thanks
@00gstang: most of my driving after i get new tires will be on college campus, so not very much highway driving. probably a 4 hour roundtrip home once a month. it snows every year and lasts for a little while. the truck will be taken muddin after a while.
If you are in the snow/mud, then get all terrain tires. Mud tires don't last long at at, and they ride rough. Plus they are move expensive compared to all terrain. Check out www.tirerack.com or try discount tire.
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thanks for the info
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You can fit 33s on the front even if it's not leveled.. Iv got 33s on mine all stock suspension no torsion crank.. Plenty of room


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