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Should I upgrade my wheels/tires?

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heatsinker Enthusiast

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Hello all, Just wondering who else thinks I should go with larger rims/tires for my 2500LT, This is my family trip vehicle and to tow my 24' enclosed car trailer. Suggestions welcomed.

 

Keith

 

 

 

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Ape0r Enthusiast

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Those are by far the sexiest rims GM has ever put on an HD truck as far as I'm concerned. I'd love it if I could get a six lug set of those!

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Personally like the 2500HD wheels a lot. For one thing, they're forged (not cast like just about every other GM wheel). The only negative is that they are only 6.5" wide if I remember correclty, meaning they're not ideal for wide tires. That said, A LOT of people put 285/75R16 tires on those with nop problem.

 

I'd think it would look quite a bit better with 265/75R16s or 285/75R16s. I'm fond of Bridgestone Revos and BFG A/Ts.

heatsinker Enthusiast

heatsinker

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I am sorry, I didn't say what size are on the truck now.

 

It has LT245/75R16's, I suppose they will suffice until I need to replace them. I will look at the difference between the current and the 265/285's.

 

Thanks,

 

Keith

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