Starting to look for some new 275/70R18 tires for the truck. Currently running Duratracs and like the look of them with the big rim protector, makes them look a little bigger than they actually are. Only problem is I dont need that aggressive of a tire anymore plus they are heavy. Looking for a tamer AT tires but some kind of sidewall look and not look super skinny, truck has 2 inch lift all around .
AT tires with rim protection
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Given your profile, I don't see any need for additional "rim protection".
There are certainly less aggressive tires that'll reap you better fuel economy.
There are certainly less aggressive tires that'll reap you better fuel economy.
It is purely a looks thing lol. I don't do much "off roading" anymore, maybe the occasional muddy road or field
Continental Terrain Contact A/T is a light A/T tire that has a slight rim protector.
Are you sure the size is correct? Those F-150's are usually 275/65-18.
Are you sure the size is correct? Those F-150's are usually 275/65-18.
He has a 2" lift on all four corners.
It's a 3/8 "lip" I guess you could say that extends bast the rim. Gives a little wider tire without having to go wider. Not much room on an F150 between the sidewall and the UCA without going spacers or new rims. Also, 275/70 has the best variety and price in 18 inch
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A rim protector is a slab of rubber in the lower sidewall area the extends beyond the edge of the rim. Here an image of a tire with one. Notice how the tire has a "peak" just above the rim and it extends outwards beyond the rim's edge.
IME you’d probably give up some deep mud capabilities but gain a smoother and quieter on road experience coming from the Duratrac.
This tire looks really interesting.
Is there a P rated version of these?
Yes just depends on the size
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