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Old 06-12-2006, 08:41 PM
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I really would like to install 22.5 rims and semi tires.Im a little gun shy because Im hearing the ride is real harsh.What air pressure can you safely run ? I would also like someone to do the complete swap anyone in florida you recommend?

Are the tire companies starting to make taller tires but not as stiff,or as thick? I dont want to spend all the money and be disapointed.Met a guy in Georgia and he said he runs 35 lbs of air in his.Any info?
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I have been told that Red's in Miami is the place to get this done right. Let me know how you make out. I really like the look, but too afraid to pull the trigger
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Me too! The guy I met in Georgia pulls a 42 fountain.He didnt speculate on the ride or pulling capabilities though.
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Call GAW Diesel in Miami @ 305-591-2190. They fixed my Ford truck a few years ago and they were really cool. They were doing alot of the 22.5's on duallys.
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Call GAW Diesel in Miami @ 305-591-2190. They fixed my Ford truck a few years ago and they were really cool. They were doing alot of the 22.5's on duallys.

The 2 main advantage's of the 22.5's is that you don't have to rotate them and the tires last for like 100K miles
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I really would like to install 22.5 rims and semi tires.Im a little gun shy because Im hearing the ride is real harsh.What air pressure can you safely run ? I would also like someone to do the complete swap anyone in florida you recommend?

Are the tire companies starting to make taller tires but not as stiff,or as thick? I dont want to spend all the money and be disapointed.Met a guy in Georgia and he said he runs 35 lbs of air in his.Any info?
35lbs of air will only lead to excessive heat build-up and a premature wear pattern,, plus you'll have a tuff time getting any kind of warranty adjustment for them. What size are you looking at? 255/70R22.5? Sense load carrying capacity is not going to be an issue, you need to go with as little a ply rating as you can find. That will help the ride more than anything you can do, except a good suspension package,, also, most import Tires are a lot stiffer (sidewall) than name brand Tires, even though they are cheeper youll sacrifice the good ride your looking for.
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35lbs of air will only lead to excessive heat build-up and a premature wear pattern,, plus you'll have a tuff time getting any kind of warranty adjustment for them. What size are you looking at? 255/70R22.5? Sense load carrying capacity is not going to be an issue, you need to go with as little a ply rating as you can find. That will help the ride more than anything you can do, except a good suspension package,, also, most import Tires are a lot stiffer (sidewall) than name brand Tires, even though they are cheeper youll sacrifice the good ride your looking for.

Exactly,I dont really know tire sizes in this range.If I new diameter it would probably help.Im looking to lift the truck not slam it.Max 6 inch lift but then again can I order a 6 inch lift that has soft springs??
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I'll get some O.D's for you and post them tonight. Why don't you give Buck183 a PM,, He's the board "guru" on lifting trucks.
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Here ya go "P.C."

255/70R22.5 - O.D. 36.6 inches
Width 10.8 inches
rim 7.5 inch

275/70R22.5 - O.D. 38.3
Width 11.9 inches
rim 8.25
or, if you want the "shizzle", I saw these on a dually at the Miami Boat show

385/65R22.5 - O.D. 42.2
Width 15.3
Rim 11.75 to 12.25

Hope this helps!! Mitch
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cool !! Thanks Mamma!
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