Howdy boys, I gonna need to change out the original Michelins in the next few 1000 miles, BF Goodrich All Terrain or Goodyears. Can't deside. Will a load range "D" work? Would like to jump up to 265's or 285's to fill the wheel wells a little more. Will they be safe on the original 6.5' wheels? I'm new around here and appreciate the "sharing of info" you guys do. THANKS.......

 

I'll leave the real welcome to the old timers but judging from your handle you must be a game warden? <br>As for the tires I’m not up on the subject, but someone here will be able to help they all seem to be real good people, even Hoss.

 

A buddy of mine has 305/70/16 Mickey Thompson Baja Claws on the stock rims. He has no rubbing at all and I couldn't believe that the tires fit on the rims. REALLY changes the stance of the truck.

 

I had goodyear 285's on my old 2500, fills in the wells real good! Basically go with whichever you like most! They are both great tires in my opinion! ;D Ohh yeah, welcome aboard! ;D<br><br><br>Tony

 

Thanks for the come back guys.....I'm leaning toward the BFG's I like the look. Bigfoot, I'm Marine Police on the great Cheaspeake Bay! Game wardens do fresh water.....

 

hey fishcop<br>the bfg are nice but they dont last <br>they cost alot too.<br>i would go with something else <br>i just got some Michelins X radials LT 235/85/16<br>havent tested them in mud or snow yet<br>but in soft sand there pretty good

 

From your handle I new it had to be something like that, Welcome

 

I think they need to be load range E check the owners manual for sure tho. BFG's are good tires but they are a softer rubber and do wear out a litle faster.

 

Fishcop,<br> If your going to be towing a heavy load you will need &quot;E&quot; rated tires. If not the &quot;D&quot; rated tires of what ever brand you choose will do. ;D <br>Big dawg

 

Fishcop, <br> Since you posted in the Towing section, I'll assume you plan to eventually pull a trailer. Depending on your gear ratios, I would hesitate to jump too big on a tire. If you're geared with 4.10s, then you can go to the 285s without losig the pulling power. If you have the 3.54s then I would go with the 265s. Don't forget your speedometer correction whichever you go to.<br> Personal preference would be Goodyear in the E rating. BFGs are too soft in the sidewall.<br><br>Bill<br>PS. Keep those schoolie stripers growing! When they grow up and come north, they are fun to catch - and release!

 

Thanks guys....Bill, striper season is in here, were expecting a good year but the water is still to warm for the big ones. Do ya'll have Red drum up there??? Also are you by chance near the horse tracks?

 

Fishcop, I have a tire store. Going to bigger tires is not a problem. I guess you have either the 245-75R16s or the 235-85R16s. The 235-85R16 are the same height as the 265-75R16s. Heres the problem I see with your truck = you only have 6.5 in wheels. Not the best thing for the wider tire.if your gonna go bigger do the 265s only the 285s need the 8in wheel to sit correctly. Welcome to the site.<br> Danny

 

265/85 runs nice on the stock wheel.

 

Fishcop,<br> Didn't see a note re your axle ratio so still don't have a great answer. I would, at the minimum, go for Es though.<br><br> Sorry no drum up here, too cold for them. We get the stipers in the spring well up the Hudson and most of the year out in the sound around the race.<br> Yup, 5 blocks from the front gate of the track.<br><br>Bill

 

I've had BFG AT, 285/75 and GoodYear Wrangler AT/S 305/70. Both rubbed with the steering wheel turned to lock. This can be easily corrected by loosening/extending a bolt on the front hubs(steering stop bolt??).<br>The BFG have excellent traction but will wear/chunk-out on gravel VERY quickly. For all around highway and off-road the Goodyears were better and lasted much longer. Also less road noise.<br>I know there's many who swear by BFG, but if you're not into rock climbing, my experience was that the Goodyears' were better all-around.<br>I should also add that the BFG throw roostertails of gravel into oncoming traffic and onto the rocker panels. My suggestion would be big mudflaps or running boards or you'll be getting a paint job soon after.<br>