Bigger tires on a 2011 Chevy 3500 srw?
My 2011 3500 SRW comes with 265/70/r18 tires stock. I am looking to possible change to a Terra Grapler 295/70/r18. The diameter change will be from 32.7 to 34.41 inches 1.71 inches larger. The tire...
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DWeikert wrote:dave17352 wrote:trail-explorer wrote:
Affecting the final drive ratio would be a big negative for me because I am so used to, and LOVE, the power my truck has now.
As mentioned before, that big of a tire may not fit the front.
Aside from that, and making the Speedo inaccurate, everything else should be fine
That is interesting. So you folks think it would be a big noticeable difference in the power. I am a very conservative driver, seldom do I put my foot down hard. Will it really be that bad?
In my case, I went from a 30.5" diameter to 31.7" and I didn't notice any power hit. But I have the Duramax/Allison. If you have the gasser it may be a different story.
I have the D/A I sure wish someone could find out what the 2011 18 forged aluminum wheels were rated for!
