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2001 ram 1500 QC laramie SLT questions?

Old Jan 28, 2008 | 12:27 AM
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Default 2001 ram 1500 QC laramie SLT questions?

Just wondering what wheel and tire combos to put on this baby. I am going to put a 2" leveling kit on it and am open to suggestion (if you think that would look not level). I want to put the biggest tires possible and have no idea what backspacing to get. I like BFG A/T KO's and am open on rim suggestions. My truck is black so I think that the black on chrome rims might set it off nicely. What do you guys think? Thanks
 
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 01:33 AM
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When looking at new rims and/or tires, I always check out www.tirerack.com. I usually don't but them there, but it usually gives me good ideas, and is a good place to find out what tires are best for what applications (via user reviews).
 
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 11:31 AM
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Id got with a set of 33" BFG MT's on a set of 16x8 wheels. Or maybe a set of Toyo MT's. I have 33" BFG MT's on 16x10 wheels and they rub when you hit a bump at full lock. This is with a 3" lift. I think I'd go with the 8" wide wheel to avoid that unless you want it sticking way out the side.


 
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 02:00 PM
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Defintely agree with the BFG AT's...one of the best all around out there...look good, last good, ride good. Wheels are a personal preference...I think black trucks look good with either black or aluminum...
 
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 05:44 PM
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Dont go any bigger than 285's or expect to be changing gear ratio's to regain lost power
 
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 08:46 PM
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thanks guys! Yeah I am seriously considering going with all black rims. I think they look sweet. I guess the place where I get the tires and wheels will be able to help with the correct back spacing. I think I am going to go with the 285/75R16 BFG A/T KO's or M/T's and the 16X8 rim. Thanks again for all the help and suggestions and anyone else that has any opinions feel free to chime in.
 
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