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new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« on: April 10, 2015, 12:06:04 PM »
I bought a new (to me) 06 f150 about two months ago. It currently sits on 35's with 20 inch tires. I am going to need new tires before winter for sure but I was also wanting to get some new wheels for it. I would like to go with 33" tires and probably something closer to 18" wheels for two reasons. One is I like the idea of more rubber and less wheel plus I currently have to carry a spare in the bed of the truck because a 35" tire doesn't fit underneath. I have been watching CL as well as looked at Les Schwab and Discount Tires. Just wondering if any of you guys know a better place to get a decent set up that won't break the bank. I would sell my current wheels and tires to offset the cost a little as well.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #1 on: April 10, 2015, 12:07:46 PM »
tirerack.com is a good place.

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #2 on: April 10, 2015, 12:09:57 PM »
Check out tirerack.com.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2015, 03:10:12 PM »
33in arnt too big so i would think 16 or 17 inch rims would both be cheeper and the tires would be as well If it were me Id look under the truck and see what rim size the spare is.  If not look to see what the stock tire/wheels size was for the spare.

Most online places arnt that cheep UNLESS you buy the tire wheel package mounted and then freight can take quite a bite... but the mounted combo is the only way i would suggest  buying online unless you have the ability to demount/mount your own tires. I dont know if 06 has the required TPMS sensors but that is another cost... Lame as all get out if you ask me.  :twocents:
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #4 on: April 10, 2015, 03:16:03 PM »
I'd go with 17's if I were you, cheaper wheels and tires and I personally think they look better than 18's abd up. 285 70 17s are about 33 inches and look good on a stock f150. And I'm pretty sure you can fit a 33 in the spot for your spare. What type of tire are you wanting?

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #5 on: April 10, 2015, 03:18:52 PM »
I guess I should clarify. I meant no bigger than 18" wheels but would probably go with 17" as that is what I had on my last truck and I liked them. I have had good experience with Toyo and also Mickey Thompson. I don't want anything too aggressive but want something that is a good all terrain set up.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #6 on: April 10, 2015, 03:24:55 PM »
If 16" would clear the brake calipers then id go 16" if not then 17" 18" seems to be an oddball size and there seems to be lesss options for them, at least on trucks... I bet tire rack would tell you if a 16" rim would fit your rig... or at least what stock options for it were.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #7 on: April 10, 2015, 03:29:46 PM »
The toyo at 2's are good in everything except mud I guess. I'm gonna be getting new ones soon as well. Not sure I want to spend the money for toyo Mts. Might go back to the cooper st maxx

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #8 on: April 10, 2015, 03:32:25 PM »
Thanks guys. I don't put a lot of miles on my rig so I am ok spending the little extra on a nicer tire because I know it will last me.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #9 on: April 10, 2015, 03:35:43 PM »
I guess I should clarify. I meant no bigger than 18" wheels but would probably go with 17" as that is what I had on my last truck and I liked them. I have had good experience with Toyo and also Mickey Thompson. I don't want anything too aggressive but want something that is a good all terrain set up.
What size are stock wheels for your truck? If you go below that wheel diameter you may have clearance issues over the brakes. If 18's were stock you may not be able to go to a 17.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #10 on: April 10, 2015, 03:38:09 PM »
I guess I should clarify. I meant no bigger than 18" wheels but would probably go with 17" as that is what I had on my last truck and I liked them. I have had good experience with Toyo and also Mickey Thompson. I don't want anything too aggressive but want something that is a good all terrain set up.
What size are stock wheels for your truck? If you go below that wheel diameter you may have clearance issues over the brakes. If 18's were stock you may not be able to go to a 17.
I have Cooper AT3's on my truck and very pleased with them.

I will check and see what the stock spare is underneath. I bought it with the after market wheels and tires
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #11 on: April 10, 2015, 03:42:26 PM »
PM with the VIN # and I'll tell you what the factory tire/wheel size was. Probably 17's.

I'd look at Nitto Terra Grappler tires. Good tires, made by the same company who makes Toyo at a much lower price.
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If it were me, I'd run 18's I think.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #12 on: April 10, 2015, 03:59:23 PM »
Stock tires/wheels:

TIRE: P275/65R18
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #13 on: April 10, 2015, 04:25:56 PM »
I'd go with 17's if I were you, cheaper wheels and tires and I personally think they look better than 18's abd up. 285 70 17s are about 33 inches and look good on a stock f150. And I'm pretty sure you can fit a 33 in the spot for your spare. What type of tire are you wanting?
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That's the exact tire size I ran on my 04 Supercrew, and I had zero issues with fitting a full size spare under the truck.  I'd expect since you are already sitting on 35's that you have a leveling kit installed, is that the case?  Once you change everything, be sure to get an alignment done, otherwise you'll have uneven tire wear, trust me.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #14 on: April 10, 2015, 06:18:22 PM »
I have been pricing tires for my truck. The previous owner put 18s on it. Most tires I have looked at are running about $40 more apiece than the comparable 17 inch tires.

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #15 on: April 10, 2015, 10:31:28 PM »
Stock tires/wheels:

TIRE: P275/65R18

Not sure of the correct term... is it possible that they were 18's stock because of the trim/options?

I dont know of any brakes on 1 tons that require more than 17" wheels to clear. I know a one ton dodge requires 17" because the 16s would rub on the caliper
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #16 on: April 11, 2015, 09:08:36 AM »

Stock tires/wheels:

TIRE: P275/65R18

Not sure of the correct term... is it possible that they were 18's stock because of the trim/options?

I dont know of any brakes on 1 tons that require more than 17" wheels to clear. I know a one ton dodge requires 17" because the 16s would rub on the caliper

I'd assume it's definitely the trim package. Probably a limited or other nicely equipped truck with all the bells and whistles.
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #17 on: April 28, 2015, 12:18:19 AM »

I swapped out the stock 18's on my 2007 F150 for 17's and running the Goodyear duratracs.....so far they are the best tire I have run.....throw mud like my Mickey Thompson MTZ's but are very quiet running on the road and wearing great....very good in the snow too.......Discount tire has some very good sales at times that's where I went.

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #18 on: April 28, 2015, 06:11:11 AM »
If you want to keep the 20's 275/65/20 is 34x11 and provides some decent 10 ply choices as this is the stock size for some of the new F250 and Chevy 2500's that come with 20 inch rims.

Otherwise the suggestions for the 18's are the best bet as the rotors will be problems for some of the 17 inch choices both on cooling and possibly rubbing on the rotors.



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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #19 on: May 07, 2015, 10:11:45 AM »
I have a 2008 F150, and stock rims were 17s. I have a couple extra sets of original 17s, if that's the route you want to go let me know, we can make an easy deal.

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #20 on: May 13, 2015, 10:25:47 AM »
I have an 06 and I switch back and forth from 17" to 18" depending on the deals I find on used tires. I feel sorry for you when its time to change your plugs though  :chuckle:

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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #21 on: May 13, 2015, 10:27:13 AM »
I have an 06 and I switch back and forth from 17" to 18" depending on the deals I find on used tires. I feel sorry for you when its time to change your plugs though  :chuckle:

Luckily the guy I bought it from did the 100k tune up at 80k miles and did a bunch of other maintenance so plugs have been changed.  :tup:
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Re: new wheels/tires 06 f150 help
« Reply #22 on: May 13, 2015, 10:45:25 PM »
just put Courser M/T's on my jeep and they ride nice and quiet

 


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