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Looking for advice on tire size for my F-150
Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:26 pm
Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:26 pm
Getting new tires soon. Currently have 275/55/20s on my 2016 F-150 (4x4)… I wanted to go up one size and get some all terrains but was unsure as to what size to go with.. I’m putting a 1.5” level kit on the front so I wanted to go with something just a tad bit bigger. A buddy of mine recommended 34.5” tires because that’s what he has and loves it, but I’ve never done this before so any input or advice from this board would be appreciated 
This post was edited on 1/13/23 at 2:08 pm
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Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:32 pm to Mr. Hangover
34x11.50x20 in Nitto Ridge Grappler
Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:36 pm to Mr. Hangover
Should be able to go 35” but 33” and 34” gives you better acceleration and gas mileage. 35” gives best ground clearance. You might be able to make up for the performance loss with a custom tune. If it’s an ecoboost with custom tune it’ll be faster than stock even with the 35”s.
Everyone I know gets Ridge Grapplers but you’ll find lots of diverse opinions here.
Everyone I know gets Ridge Grapplers but you’ll find lots of diverse opinions here.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:37 pm to Mr. Hangover
My tundra is stock and it easily fits 275/60 r20 (33")
if you're leveling it you should be able to get 35" on it. 285/65 r20
if you're leveling it you should be able to get 35" on it. 285/65 r20
This post was edited on 1/13/23 at 1:39 pm
Posted on 1/13/23 at 1:55 pm to Squirrelmeister
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Should be able to go 35” but 33” and 34” gives you better acceleration and gas mileage. 35” gives best ground clearance. You might be able to make up for the performance loss with a custom tune. If it’s an ecoboost with custom tune it’ll be faster than stock even with the 35”s. Everyone I know gets Ridge Grapplers but you’ll find lots of diverse opinions here.
And that’s why I’m here
I’m honestly not too worried about ground clearance or performance or anything like that. I just want my truck to sit level and to look a tad more ‘aggressive’ than it does now with the pavement princess tires I have on it
It’s the 5.0 V8 fwiw
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:02 pm to Mr. Hangover
If you haven’t already purchased a level, go ahead and do a 2 inch. Are you getting new wheels? Several factors here to what tires will fit with no rubbing. The 275/55/20s are 31.9/11/20. A 275/60/20 will be 32.9/11/20. I would recommend Nitto Ridge Grappler 275/60/20 xl load range.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:03 pm to Mr. Hangover
quote:
I’m honestly not too worried about ground clearance or performance or anything like that. I just want my truck to sit level and to look a tad more ‘aggressive’ than it does now with the pavement princess tires I have on it It’s the 5.0 V8 fwiw
33”, or maybe 34” if you don’t care about going slower and worse mileage. Ridge grapplers. If you want a stock-ish ride get the P rated tires. If you want them to last a lot longer but don’t mind a little rougher ride get the LT rated version.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:05 pm to Hookin Bull
Plan on keeping the factory 20” rims I have. Also planned on going 1.5 inches instead of 2, but I’m not dead set on either one so if you have an argument for 2 inch instead of 1 1/2, I’m all ears
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:06 pm to Squirrelmeister
Are 34” tires the same as 285s?? This is where I’m getting confused
Sorry if that’s a dumm question
Sorry if that’s a dumm question
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:07 pm to Mr. Hangover
I spent a lot of time researching the same thing. I also did the 1.5" level kit. After looking at several other F-150's decided on 275/65/20, which ended up being 34.5".
I was looking for BF Goodrich T/A's but had a hard time finding them (about 8 months ago). Found Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek and have loved them.
Picture is before level kit and then with kit and tires. With the 34.5" I do get occasional rubbing on a hard turn. Would think anything larger would rub more.
If I was doing it again, I would go with the 2" level kit. Hope this helps.
I was looking for BF Goodrich T/A's but had a hard time finding them (about 8 months ago). Found Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek and have loved them.
Picture is before level kit and then with kit and tires. With the 34.5" I do get occasional rubbing on a hard turn. Would think anything larger would rub more.
If I was doing it again, I would go with the 2" level kit. Hope this helps.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:08 pm to More Crystal
Wow, great post, thanks for that info and the pictures
American trucker dot com has been a pretty cool site to use if y’all haven’t discovered that yet
American trucker dot com has been a pretty cool site to use if y’all haven’t discovered that yet
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:09 pm to Mr. Hangover
I've got your exact same truck with the same level, I have 275/65/r20, which comes out to just under 35" tire diameter. Perfect size for the setup in my opinion. I've got the BFGs on mine.
ETA: for the level/lift, go with swapping out for the Bilstein adjustable shocks, way better than just adding the spacer on top.
ETA: for the level/lift, go with swapping out for the Bilstein adjustable shocks, way better than just adding the spacer on top.
This post was edited on 1/13/23 at 2:12 pm
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:11 pm to the4thgen
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275/65/r20
Think I fount the size I want, thanks fellas
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:25 pm to Mr. Hangover
295/60/20 which is right around 34" will be perfect with the level. Could go up to 295/65/20 which is about 35.3" but they are pretty large
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:27 pm to Mr. Hangover
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Are 34” tires the same as 285s?? This is where I’m getting confused
285 is actually the width in millimeters
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:33 pm to Mr. Hangover
OP, I put a 1.5” level on my 2018 F150 and kept the stock 20” rims and fit 295 Toyo MT’s on it and had zero rubbing issues.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:55 pm to Mr. Hangover
quote:remove that BS little plastic wind shield under the front bumper
I just want my truck to sit level and to look a tad more ‘aggressive’ than it does now
Makes a drastic difference in look when you level it
Posted on 1/13/23 at 2:56 pm to More Crystal
Jealous of your long bed
Posted on 1/13/23 at 3:01 pm to mylsuhat
Thanks. I love it. Can be a bear to park sometimes, but all in all I'd go for it again. It was hard to find one.
May have to try removing the plastic guard as you suggest, that's a good idea.
May have to try removing the plastic guard as you suggest, that's a good idea.
Posted on 1/13/23 at 3:21 pm to mylsuhat
quote:
remove that BS little plastic wind shield under the front bumper
I already did……
On accident
Got it all cleaned up and you’re right, looks WAY better
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