Gotta buy new tires dang it.

Get a quote from Les Schwab for the Toyo Open Country AT2 tires, than go to Discount Tires... I saved around $300 over LS pricing.

Just my 2 cents...

Larry

RideSlow wrote:

Grit dog wrote:
285-70-17 should have come stock on 3rd gen hd Rams. 265s are like space saver spares on these trucks. You'll have no issues with 285 70 or 75 if you want even larger diameter while maintaining OE rims and offset.

Thanks neighbor, (I am in 98002) the spare is the stock OEM Michelin, 265/R70 currently on the left front, and it does look like the space saver compared to the Nokian LT265/R70 All Season on the other 3 spots.

Yup, just up the hill from ya.
Another option is get on Craigslist and look at takeoff sets from the newer Rams. There's a huge selection typically of 18s and 20s brand new. You'll get the little bigger OD with the bigger rims/tires and have a better tire selection next time you need tires compared to the 17s.....and a fresh look.
$1000 will get you a set of new OE tires (not the greatest) and rims.

Grit dog wrote:
285-70-17 should have come stock on 3rd gen hd Rams. 265s are like space saver spares on these trucks. You'll have no issues with 285 70 or 75 if you want even larger diameter while maintaining OE rims and offset.

Thanks neighbor, (I am in 98002) the spare is the stock OEM Michelin, 265/R70 currently on the left front, and it does look like the space saver compared to the Nokian LT265/R70 All Season on the other 3 spots.

Les Schwab is great. We had a tire separate in 2014 and had them replace all four. Since then, we take our FW to them the beginning of each camping season and have them take the tires off and do a spin test along with the inspection. Saturday we took our FW in and they had to replace one of the tires, it was beginning to separate. The replacement was free of charge. Three factors cause tread separation - heat, weight, and excessive speed. We keep the tires inflated correctly, stay at 60mph, and are not overloaded (we know our weight), so not sure what else is causing the problem, but the inspections are well worth it.

285-70-17 should have come stock on 3rd gen hd Rams. 265s are like space saver spares on these trucks. You'll have no issues with 285 70 or 75 if you want even larger diameter while maintaining OE rims and offset.

PDX.Zs wrote:
Well now you have at least me confused.

I show 265/70 stock on an 8" wheel.

So if you have 285s on there, then that's not the stock size.

Or who knows what's going on? Certainly not me. But something is odd.

:-)

I am guilty of typing while tired. Currently running 265....sorry.

Well now you have at least me confused.

I show 265/70 stock on an 8" wheel.

So if you have 285s on there, then that's not the stock size.

Or who knows what's going on? Certainly not me. But something is odd.

:-)

Correct, 17 rim dia. Believe they are 9" wide.

Stock tire reads as follows:

LT285/70R-17/10 All Season

Hi Ride.

I am going to guess 17" wheels unless you tell us otherwise.

That truck will take a couple sizes bigger with no drama. They have lots of clearance. If you could also remind us of your wheel width. If I recall correctly, 285s will call for a slightly wider wheel than stock.

You had mentioned gearing. The wider and taller tire will increase your perceived or effective gearing. So you will see about 5% less rpm for the same speed. This may or may not be a good thing for you.

If you want something taller, but not wider. There should be a 75 series available in an appropriate size.

Lester's does have good service. I have found their prices very high for house brand tires. Go check out Discount Tire. I have switched from Les myself. They have great prices and service. My personal favorite is the BFG All.Terrains. Highly recommended.

:-)

Glad you found it before a blow out. A lot of folks choose a wider tire when replacing the originals. Some like the looks and off road benefit, especially if you get in something soft like sand. As for me I stuck with the original size on mine. The narrower width is better for wintry road conditions.

Good luck,
Stu