245 vs. 265 tire questions
Champion
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Miami, Fl
HankL has not been on the forum for years so I doubt he will have much to say, just take a look at thread date.
titus5 what your saying is correct but the fact of the matter comes down to is how much it will affect the fuel economy, 20 pounds to the truck could be made up by making sure the bed is empty and the back seat is clean.
with the same height tire the added width and 20 pounds might decrease you by .5 miles per gallon
titus5 what your saying is correct but the fact of the matter comes down to is how much it will affect the fuel economy, 20 pounds to the truck could be made up by making sure the bed is empty and the back seat is clean.
with the same height tire the added width and 20 pounds might decrease you by .5 miles per gallon
Amateur
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Indiana
The tire weight will vary depending on load range of the tires as well - load range E 245 may be heavier than D 265. I have L. R D 285's and didn't notice any difference in mileage from the stock 245's. I don't think a few pounds makes a noticable difference in mileage. I do think lighter wheels/tires make it ride nicer due to the lower un-sprung weight.
lol out of the 2 sizes you got i would get 265s
