Reddog1 wrote:
My new to me 3500 DRW has 17-inch wheels. I haven't investigated the tires available, but do wonder why you would be interested in 19.5s on a dually?
Wayne
Can't speak for Boatycall but I have looked hard at the Rickson 19.5 wheels for my dually. I know lots of TC folks get them to avoid exceeding tire capacities when their weights are marginal anyway. I want them for the durability...tougher carcass, etc. Lots of stories of 80,000 - 100,00 miles on 19.5 tires before replacement. They may also increase highway mpg due to less rolling resistance...not so much for in town driving. I don't go to the beach with my truck so airing them down is not an issue. Thats the only negative I have found so far is that due to the stiffer steel sidewalls they can't be aired up and down alot for soft sand. Some folks also say they track in road ruts until they get a few thousand miles on them. I still have lots of miles left on my 17's but the 19.5's will probably be my next set. They sure arent cheap though!!!
