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CThomp
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2/12/2002
14:20:50
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I just got a set of 16x8's here recently and am considering my options for new tire to get the most bang for my buck. Would a set of 275/65-16 radial t/a's fit normally? I have a '00 CC 4.7L 4x2. Right now i'm running a set of 235/65-15's on the stock 15x7's (which are for sale by the way). I also looked at a set of 265/50-16's but I don't think they would look right unless the truck was lowered.
Any help is appreciated.
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Dodge Dakota
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2/12/2002
14:40:21
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If your looking for a tire that is wider and the same height you may consider this: 255/60/16
If your increasing the first number you must decrease the second set of numbers so you don't end up with a really tall tire. Unless you want to look like a 4 X 4, plus bigger tires will slow you down a little bit. But since you have taller rims you really should consider going with a lower profile tire, ie: 60 or less.
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CThomp
Dodge Dakota
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2/12/2002
15:36:14
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So would the 265/50-16's be to low of a profile if I don't have the truck lowered?
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Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
11:07:43
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To give you an idea; the 255/55/16 is the exact same height overall with the rim as your stock tires (15s) and the sidewall is 1/2" lower and about 1/2" wider.
The 265/50 would be to short, the 275/50 would be a better choice.
Besides the 265/50 might be hard to find.
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rez
Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
15:19:50
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here is a way to determine tire height.-first divide the first number by 25.4. ex.275-50-15
275/25.4=10.82 then multiple10.82x aspect ratio(50)---10.82 x .50= 5.41. then multiple 5.41 x 2. 5.41 x 2 = 10.82. then add rim diameter(15). 10.82+ 15 =25.82. the tire height for a 275-50-15= 25.82 inches.255-65-16 = 29.05 in. tall. hope this helps.
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Dodge Dakota
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2/14/2002
10:42:40
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Or most of the tire websites have actual diameter and width calculations done on the tires. Check out discounttire.com, tirerack.com, and bridgestone.com for ideas of what size will work for you.
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Demon-Xanth
Dodge Dakota
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2/14/2002
13:10:52
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The stock size on the Dakota 16x8 rims is a 255/65R16, I've been considering going to a 275/60R16 (about the same diameter). This oughtta give you an idea on the clearance.
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CThomp
Dodge Dakota
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2/20/2002
10:31:45
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BFG makes the 265/50-16 Radial T/A. Scorpians are about the only 275/60-16's i've found. I don't exactly need a VR rated tire and there are no local drag strips so i'm basically just looking for a good S or H rated street tire that will give me good street traction. BFG makes a 275/60-15 but not for the 16's. Very annoying.
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