295/45/20 or 275/55/20
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Not that I have the money for these tires cuz I'm broke
, but just wondering. I am somewhat getting banged up driving my truck on the freeways, it really lets you feel every bump, dip and crater on my daily commute of 47 miles one way.
I am certain that the 20" and low-profile tires contribute to this feel as well as the lowered stanced and aggressive suspension.
I was wondering if let's say that Ford decided to put 275/55/20s would the handling on the road be a little better?
My logic is, correct me if I'm wrong, one aspect of a smooth ride is the rubber that meets the road. My 2001 XLT Screw had 265/70/16s and felt smoother on the same freeway.
I am very satisfied with the power, handling on corners, looks and overall "intimidation factor" of the beast. I wonder what I can do to make the ride more luxurious.
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I am certain that the 20" and low-profile tires contribute to this feel as well as the lowered stanced and aggressive suspension.
I was wondering if let's say that Ford decided to put 275/55/20s would the handling on the road be a little better?
My logic is, correct me if I'm wrong, one aspect of a smooth ride is the rubber that meets the road. My 2001 XLT Screw had 265/70/16s and felt smoother on the same freeway.
I am very satisfied with the power, handling on corners, looks and overall "intimidation factor" of the beast. I wonder what I can do to make the ride more luxurious.
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rhdf150 put p275/55/R20's on his truck. I think he said it threw the speedo off by about 5mph, but he had it recalibrated.
Does offer more sidewall protection for the rim and all, but i like my low profile tires better. The bigger tires make the rims look smaller IMO, but it still looks good. Alot more beefier looking. I think he said it raised the truck up about 1" and i don't want that either, so i'm sticking with my 45's. LoL. Its all just personal preferance. I'm really happy with the ride of my truck, but like i said, its just all up to waht ya want to do. Post pics of the 02 if you get bigger tires.
here's a few pics of his truck. hope this helps
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Does offer more sidewall protection for the rim and all, but i like my low profile tires better. The bigger tires make the rims look smaller IMO, but it still looks good. Alot more beefier looking. I think he said it raised the truck up about 1" and i don't want that either, so i'm sticking with my 45's. LoL. Its all just personal preferance. I'm really happy with the ride of my truck, but like i said, its just all up to waht ya want to do. Post pics of the 02 if you get bigger tires.
here's a few pics of his truck. hope this helps
![](https://www.f150online.com/galleries/images/1142-1961-22471.jpg)
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