Tire Change

[TeachercoachMT]

I have already read all the other posts on this question, but they are not answering my question so I am here for more knowledge.

I have a 2021 3500 Tradesman and looking to get wider and/or taller tires for it. The truck currently has the stock LT275/70/18, how much bigger (tire sizes) can I go without rubbing on these wheel wells with these stock rims?

What AT tires could people recommend for on and off highway driving and good/great on snow and ice. Low noise on highway, if possible. I currently have terrible traction on my Montana roads. I have looked at the BFG KO3, Bridgestone Duelers and Falken WildPeak. Have not researched the Yokohama or Mickey Thompsons yet.

Thank you. If you have any further questions let me know.

 

[Adamcr68]

I have already read all the other posts on this question, but they are not answering my question so I am here for more knowledge.

I have a 2021 3500 Tradesman and looking to get wider and/or taller tires for it. The truck currently has the stock LT275/70/18, how much bigger (tire sizes) can I go without rubbing on these wheel wells with these stock rims?

What AT tires could people recommend for on and off highway driving and good/great on snow and ice. Low noise on highway, if possible. I currently have terrible traction on my Montana roads. I have looked at the BFG KO3, Bridgestone Duelers and Falken WildPeak. Have not researched the Yokohama or Mickey Thompsons yet.

Thank you. If you have any further questions let me know.

I have been happy with the Mickey Thompson tires, better traction in wet/snow conditions than my previous tires, Nitto’s.
Maybe a little more road noise than the Nitto’s IMO.
My truck is a 1500, so much lighter than yours, hopefully someone with a 3500 can give you more a more accurate comparision for your truck.
I have seen lots of good reviews on the Falkens, let’s us know what you end up getting.

 

[TeachercoachMT]

Wanted to give an update on the tire search. I ended up going with the Cooper Stronghold AT after talking to many people about a good all around tire for snow, mud, rain and ice. Good American Company and good warranty. Have had them for a few weeks now. I have zero complaints. I went with the 295/70 which are a little larger than the stock 275/70. Cheers

 

[etbrown4]

Is that going to affect the speedometer?

 

[TeachercoachMT]

Yep it sure does. 50-70 MPH is 1-2 mph faster. 80 mph is 3 mph faster. I don't really drive over 80 to often so I am not concerned. The law (yes there is a law) allows for a 3% margin of error (either way). With that being said I am good to go.