Wheel diameter
I thought this would already be a topic on this forum, but my search netted “0”. Specking out a new truck to tow a fifth wheel. Standard wheels are 18 inch. Wondering about going to 20 inch, any adv...
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wanderingbob wrote:
I am always amused by these discussions , What difference can it make , it is just a tire on a truck .
Some would rather educate themselves than stay ignorant of the facts. For example, Ford uses 18 & 20 tires on some models that are about 7% different in diameter and so they actually install a different gear ratio that is also about 7% different unless the customer knows what to order. Those in the know, can decide on tire sizes and gear ratios using worthwhile knowledge.
"Where ignorance is bliss, 'tis folly to be wise."
