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255/85/16

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by asdf, Dec 10, 2008.

  1. Dec 10, 2008 at 4:34 PM
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    asdf

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    anyone running a 255/85/16? i would like to see some pics of these... im thinking they are goint to look alittle skinny being only 10.04 wide, but would like to see them on a taco. im looking at the BFG MT
     
  2. Dec 10, 2008 at 4:44 PM
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    theyre skinny...but they look alright i think

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    and a comparison between my 255/85s and 285/75s or whatever they are
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  3. Dec 10, 2008 at 4:49 PM
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    Khaos

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    I think the 255/85s look a little to skinny on the 2nd Gen since its a larger truck, but looks great on the 1st gens.
     
  4. Dec 10, 2008 at 4:54 PM
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    thanks tigerfan. your right, they dont look too skinny, but i could see that they would on a 2nd gen. pics are much appreciated.

    and where do you live in SC, im in charleston.
     
  5. Dec 10, 2008 at 4:55 PM
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    columbia area...they really only look skinny to me when i look at the truck head on and both tires are straight...
     
  6. Dec 11, 2008 at 4:57 PM
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    tiger, did you notice any outstanding loss of gas mileage, dramatic change in speedometer reading... from upsizing to 33's?
     
  7. Dec 11, 2008 at 4:58 PM
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    not really considering how much ive lost from all the armor and everything already...

    i only get 16-18 now if im nice to it
     
  8. Dec 21, 2008 at 7:28 AM
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    Killer Red Taco

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    Do the 255 85's fit a stock truck, i found set of cooper stt for $200.
     
  9. Dec 21, 2008 at 9:30 AM
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    i wouldnt think so...i had to do some trimming and hammering to NOT rub just driving down the street and i have some lift
     
  10. Dec 21, 2008 at 9:33 AM
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    I think i will hold out for some 265, thanks guys
     

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