Come spring I want to put new shoes on the dually. Would like your all's opinions on what would be the best choice.
Also, what would be the best size? Presently they are the factory 215s but thought about changing up to 235s - if they would fit without modifications.
Thanks ahead of time!
I don't think you can put 235s on the rear because there will not be enough room between the tires. I have beeen told that they will rub each other when loaded. Duallys also have a very narrow rim so a wider tire does not wear well.
Randy & Carol
Elbie (weiner dog)
2018 Cardinal 3250 RLX Luxury Edition
2019 Ford F350 6.7PSD Lariat 4x4 SRW
I agree with Randy on changing size. You will rarely find any advantage in using a different size tire on a vehicle. Remember that suspension, steering, gearing, and clearance were all engineered to match the size that the manufacturer put on it. As for suggestions of brand, I am a Michelin user and have been for many years.
GERRY & KAY
2005 29WBLE
20011 FORD F250 LARIOT 6.7 POWERSTROKE
MAX the WONDERCAT
Unless you've had problems with the tires that came as OEM, I'd go with that. I get 40 - 50K miles with the Goodrich OEM tires on my Ford 4X4 F250's, and have the same tires, only E rated on the dually FX4. I agree about staying with the stock size for all the reasons mentioned, plus one more. Changing to a larger size generally means you'll take a hit on MPG. As they say "been there, tried that".
Jeff & Terry
U.S.N. Ret
2012 F350 Lariat FX4 6.7 Diesel Dually, Crew Cab, LWB, 50 gal Transfer Flow toolbox/tank
2007 Cardinal 30WBLE, "the 'Bird", ONAN gen. The more I see in my travels, the more I realize there is so much more to see.
Thanks to all so far. I assumed the 235s would be too wide. I have General tires right now. Not too fond of them. Would like to trade out to something better.
I have been riding on Michelins for years. I pay a little more per tire and get over a 100,000 miles on each set. Rotate every 15,000 and watch air pressure. No blow outs and they hold air. They are a very safe tire. And, while most people believe Michelins are French, Americans purchased the company years ago.
I think you will find that Goodrich is now part of the Michelin family now also. I was raised on Goodyears, but after having Goodyears that were so out of round they couldn't be properly balanced and replacing them with Michelins which gave me a smooth ride with very little weight to balance them I staying with the Michelins. They've just come out with a new LTX MS2 that I'm planning to put on my TV when the time comes.
Bill
Bill & Debbie
06 31RKT, MorRyde LRE/4000; 2016 XLR 385AMP
2012 F350 DRW 4X2 Lariat, 6.7 Diesel, TransferFlow aux fuel tank
Fur babies, Betty and Cocoa
Nights camping
2011-102; '12-111; '13-89; '14-108; '15-142; '16-92; '17-163; '18-81
My truck came with Bridgestones on it and I must say they are really wearing nice. I should get around 45k out or them easy if not more, I will probably replace them with another set when needed
Mike, Susanna & Rudy
2016 3850RL Estate "Proto Grigio"
2019 Silverado 3500HD Dually D/A 4x4 LTZ My dreams are too big for my wallet Rallies attended - 32
Nights camping in 2013:159 2014:269 2015:Full Timers
Our truck also came with Bridgestone and when I need new I will switch to Michelin . I Switch to Michelin tires on our 5th wheel and have been real happy with them.
