Ford Class C with 6 speed transmission
I see that the newer Fords with a V 10 have a six speed auto transmission. When did they replace the old 5 speed (I had a '99 with only a 4 speed) Would one expect to get better gas mileage with the n...
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Yes, 17" wheels are very feasible. The front & rear outers are widely available aftermarket. The inner steel (and spare) was a little trickier. Ford never made one in our bolt pattern. But Chevy did, the first half of this decade. The center bore was smaller, so I had them machined out to the 4.88" bore we need.
I'm running 235/80r17 in the back, which is good for 11,340 pounds. I run wider 265/70r17 up front for a larger footprint, for off-road travel. But the 235s would be fine up front as well if you stay on pavement.
I'm running 235/80r17 in the back, which is good for 11,340 pounds. I run wider 265/70r17 up front for a larger footprint, for off-road travel. But the 235s would be fine up front as well if you stay on pavement.
