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Replying to: jmalik (Oct 20, 2006 6:16 pm) 
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Replying to: gcrawford (Jun 16, 2006 8:11 am) if both then you need to have the speedometer recalibrated
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Replying to: curious_gears (Oct 25, 2006 6:01 pm)
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Replying to: jmalik (Oct 25, 2006 7:27 pm)
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Replying to: 73shark (Oct 26, 2006 12:34 pm) The alternative of reprogramming the tire diameter into the vehicles computer requires a programmer, like Hypertech. Not a cheap solution, so its easier to match sizes. Regarding the maximum wheel sizes, the dealer saying that 17' are the max is wrong. I had 20's on my '01 and '05 Yukons. Any aftermarket wheel with 15 to 25mm positive off-set works fine. Width would be 8.5 to 10". The rubber would be best at 285x55x20 (for 8.5-9" wheels) to 305x50x20 for 9.5-10" wheels). Hint: The larger off-set of 20+ would be recommended for the 305 tires, to avoid an hard turn rub. The 285x55x20 is the factory tire size (optional 20's) for the pre-07 Denali's and Escalades. The problem with the '07 factory wheels (20's and 22's) is that the off-set is 31mm, which is a little TOO much for '01-06' SUV's. Finally, the weight is a concern. The '01-06' brakes are certainaly better than the previous generation, but excessive weight has 2 effects. 1. The braking distance is increased due to weight. 2. The ride gets harsher and bouncier because of the extra weight being pushed on the springs and shocks. If you have the bucks, look for forged wheels, rather than cast. They are very light-weight, stronger than cast, but expensive. I bought 20" EVO Weld Wheels back in 2001, and the tire/wheel combo was lighter than stock. I got these after previously purchasing a cheaper set, that nearing knocked my teeth out, and made the steering a bit squirrely (seeking ruts in the road). Perhaps look for wheels that have less mass, like spoke styels. Check out the EVO AXIS-6 wheels. They are being discontinued, but the spoke style is illustrated well. Dave |
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Replying to: jmalik (Oct 20, 2006 6:16 pm) |
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| I ran 24" rims on my 2001 tahoe with no problems I ran 285/40/24 Pirelli tires with no rub.....Your dealer is full of it. I would not deal with them , as their ignorance will hurt you in the long run. | |
We just purchased a 2007 Tahoe, my question is what is the best size tire to put on the 22's I have. The Tahoe is stock height with no plans to rasie or lower (maybe the rear) to level it out. I don't want to hack or cut any part of the wheel well. I've had a few different people tell me different sizes and I'm leaning towards 305/40 r22's but I was wondering if 45's would work. The rim is the Martin Bros Slickstar's. Any other recomendations are appreciated, I just want the best ride with no rubbing. Thanks in Advance.
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Replying to: diesel70 (Feb 13, 2007 10:34 am) |
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Replying to: diesel70 (Feb 13, 2007 10:34 am) Here's a good comparo for sizing: http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp From past experience with Avalanche's, 305's MIGHT rub a tad in full turn and/or compression, but I'm not completely sure. Should be fine, but you might also get more substantial data from either a wheel/tire shop or other online boards.
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