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dirtdivaca
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Jan 26, 2014

Going from 20" to 17" -18" wheels - better tow capacity?

We are newbies and getting our first trailer soon – yay! We discovered our 2005 F150 Supercrew has 20” aftermarket wheels (Toyo Proxes ST II 285/50R20 ). Looking over the Ford Towing Guide, it says GC...
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APT
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Jan 27, 2014
Relatively low profile 20" P-tires are pretty stiff which is one of the goals people want LT tires for on smaller wheels. I don't think I'd recommend changing the wheels/tires for a higher "tow rating". Are you unhappy with how the truck tows?

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