Found a good deal on Hankook Dynapro m/t 285/70r17. They are a D rated tire with a weight limit of 2910 @ 65psi.

I have always religiously used E rated tires since that is what came on the truck.

I do not haul much weight, just tow an 18ft boat. Is the weight limit of 2910 enough for daily driving?

 

They're 285lbs each less carrying capacity than most standard E range 3195lb.The 285-70-17 Hankook u mention in E range are 3750lbs @80psi.i would go with the E range to be safe.Anyone else???

 

My fear would be an accident that caused bodily harm or death and the Highway Patrol or Insurance asking why I have tires that do not meet or exceed the manufacturers specs.

 

Ding, Ding, Ding...We have a winner!

 

I ran D load range for 50k without any problems......

 

Many reputable tire shops and retailers will not install a D range tire on a vehicle specified with load range E. If the vehicle placard on the truck calls for E range tires, then the best practice is to use the same load range and load index when replacing them. Of course doing so may save a few dollars and provide a softer ride, however; the risk is not worth it.

 

My truck came with Load range C's When I bought it 6 months ago. It daily drove fine and pulled light trailers with no noticable effect, but when I hauled my 9.5ft slide camper a few weeks ago it was kind of scary. Very unstable. Which is why I had new Load E toyos put on today. I would have to agree that the questions that might be asked in the event of a crash probably aren't worth it.

 

Thanks for the replies. I was kinda unsettled on putting the D rated tires on my truck. Should have stayed with the gut feeling.

Anyway, settled on some 295 70r17 e rated Nitto Trail Grapplers....

Now, any ideas on wheels? Would like to get a set of black wheels to put on but not sure of what are the better brands to look at. Let me know if you have any ideas...

or pics of your truck with black wheels!!!