I'm going to replace my Firestone (junk IMHO) tires with Michelin LTX A/T2's next week. Currently I'm running 245/70R16's on stock rims, no lift kit, suspension mods, etc. The Durango is an 03 SLT 4x4 4.7 stock. Is there an advantage / disadvantage on going to a 265/75R16 tire other than it looking a bit more aggressive?

Driving style is combined city / country driving with limited Interstate use. I have been known to run it through a trail in the woods now and then just for fun though!

Also, can the truck be reprogrammed to calibrate the speedometer to the new tire size if I decide to go larger? From what I've read here, the larger tire is just over 31", so clearance shouldn't be an issue.

Anything else I should be looking at before I do this?

Thanks!
Bob

 

the only way that i know of to calibrate the speedo is at the dealer but im sure there are other ways, keep in mind if you go over 31inch diameter you will 90% have rubbing if you go above 32inch diameter you 99% will have rubbing no real advantage to bigger tires IMO except for the look

 

i run 285/50/20`s on my 01 rt with no rubbing ,,,,,,, fit nicely under wheelwells. once i learn how to upload pictures here on site i`ll post a few ,,,,,,,,,,

 

Thanks for the info. I'm trying to avoid the dealer if possible, I *really* hate going there unless I have to. I may look into one of the chip programmers anyways. Still on the fence on tire sizes for now.....

Bob

 

He can use a hand held tuner like a Superchips, Hypertech, or SCT to change the speedo to work correctly, as the speedo is controlled via PCM on the Durango.

 

I just took off a bald set of 265/75-16 off mine and replaced them with 245/75-16 mud grip that measure 30.7 inches and they fit great

 

pics of my tires

 

Great pic! It's nice to see that you're working on making YOUR truck look as good as your sons!!!

Bob

 

@01: LOL! It's great to get the kids started at such a young age. Your son is a very happy-looking guy! Great choice in RC car.
@Bob: I was just gonna say the same thing!

 

Too funny, that little dude in picture is my 4 year Grandson .....who is into rock and roll and big monster type trucks .............