tires 285/70R17

dj87062 · 02-10-2008, 10:46 PM

Has anyone tried the Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor? I am looking at 285/70R17 8ply D-load Max. 3195 @65 psi vs 265/70R17 E-load 10 ply Max. 3195@80psi. Can somebody help, I like the taller tire but it doesn't come in an E-rating. The sidewalls are the same plys can these tires handle the same load?

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shotgunnar · 02-10-2008, 10:55 PM

i am no expert,but I think if you want a taller tire you need to look at the middle number.the first number is the width,and the second number is the height of the tire from the ground to bottom of the rim

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shotgunnar · 02-10-2008, 10:58 PM

Plus with the diesel you are going to need a ten ply.I run at least 65psi in the front tires at all times,50psi in the rear when I am m/t and 80psi when I haul any real weight.Go with cooper if you can

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Duramaxallison08 · 02-10-2008, 11:05 PM

it takes some time to load...but this will really help you

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dj87062 · 02-11-2008, 12:03 AM

duramaxallison,
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dj87062 · 02-11-2008, 12:13 AM

shotgunner,
Thanks for the replys. This is what I have been able to determine about tire height....
"Sidewall Aspect Ratio
Typically following the three digits identifying the tire's Section Width in millimeters is a two-digit number that identifies the tire's profile or aspect ratio.

P225/50R16 91S

The 50 indicates that this tire size's sidewall height (from rim to tread) is 50% of its section width. The measurement is the tire's section height, and also referred to as the tire's series, profile or aspect ratio. The higher the number, the taller the sidewall; the lower the number, the lower the sidewall. We know that this tire size's section width is 225mm and that its section height is 50% of 225mm. By converting the 225mm to inches (225 / 25.4 = 8.86") and multiplying it by 50% (.50) we confirm that this tire size results in a tire section height of 4.43". If this tire were a P225/70R16 size, our calculation would confirm that the size would result in a section height of 6.20", approximately a 1.8-inch taller sidewall." Tire Tech Information - A Guide to Tire Sizes

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MikeyB · 02-11-2008, 09:42 AM

I would try to go with a E rating if your towing often.
A friend recently installed a set of 285/70/17 GY Silent Armors and is complaining of sidewall flexing when towing. And the pressures is set at 65psi. Never had that issue with the stock Michelins. He will be going back to a E rating next time around.

MikeyB

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surfram · 02-11-2008, 10:36 AM

I have had no swaying issues towing with 285/70/17 BFG ATs at 65psi.

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CanCritter · 02-11-2008, 12:02 PM

go with E,s 10 plys...added benifit is youll cut yer flats down to nil...run 10ply michelins on my work trucks and on job sites with lots of nails...yet to have a flat with the michelins in 6 years...second set..am impressed

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Duramaxallison08 · 02-11-2008, 02:11 PM

Tire size calculator

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Duramaxallison08 · 02-11-2008, 02:18 PM

Myself, i would go with pro comp a/t. I have the extreme a/t in load range E. They are by far the best tire I have ever owned. Ive gone in deep mud and snow that goes up the side of my door and they had no problem. My buddy has the a/t and he loves them. On his 2nd set. Great traction, great load ratings and very good wearing. Oh, and also Pro Comp tires are alot of the time buy 3 get one free. Thats when I buy my tires. The next one is usually in march. Another tire you could look at if you are looking for more aggressive is the Firestone Destination M/t. Yea, i know its a m/t but my buddy has them on his truck and he gets 65k plus on a set of tires. They are either a E or D load range. I would also look at a cooper...ive heard alot of good things about them also.

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DREDnot · 02-11-2008, 03:19 PM

Thats what Im running.
Good all around tire but I got 1 flat already.
To its credit, It was holding a steady 85mph with about 10 psi when my buddy finally could catch me to let me know it was almost flat.

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dj87062 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New Mexico Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts dj87062's Truck Pics	tires 285/70R17 Has anyone tried the Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor? I am looking at 285/70R17 8ply D-load Max. 3195 @65 psi vs 265/70R17 E-load 10 ply Max. 3195@80psi. Can somebody help, I like the taller tire but it doesn't come in an E-rating. The sidewalls are the same plys can these tires handle the same load? __________________ 2006 Dodge Megacab 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Turbo Diesel, 48RE Auto-trans, Smarty Jr., straight pipe into duals, AMSOIL 5/30 Motor Oil, AMSOIL Transmission fluid, and AMSOIL Nanofiber drop in filter, remote start with aftermarket alarm.

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02-10-2008, 10:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
shotgunnar Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 131 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts shotgunnar's Truck Pics	i am no expert,but I think if you want a taller tire you need to look at the middle number.the first number is the width,and the second number is the height of the tire from the ground to bottom of the rim __________________ 2006 4 door long Bed SRW HB 2"leveling kit,Bilstein 5100's Auto trans spinnin 4.11's Banks Big Hoss Bundle W/PDA What silencer? My other ride:JD 730 Diesel restored

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shotgunnar Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 131 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts shotgunnar's Truck Pics	Plus with the diesel you are going to need a ten ply.I run at least 65psi in the front tires at all times,50psi in the rear when I am m/t and 80psi when I haul any real weight.Go with cooper if you can __________________ 2006 4 door long Bed SRW HB 2"leveling kit,Bilstein 5100's Auto trans spinnin 4.11's Banks Big Hoss Bundle W/PDA What silencer? My other ride:JD 730 Diesel restored

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Duramaxallison08 Diesel Freak Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeville Posts: 592 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Duramaxallison08's Truck Pics	it takes some time to load...but this will really help you __________________ 2006 Mega Cab Twin Everything and still More to Come OLD RIG:2001 LB7 Duramax TOTALED Best: 12.97@ 103 524 hp 1066 tq

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dj87062 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New Mexico Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts dj87062's Truck Pics	duramaxallison, Your attachment did not attach. Will you please try again. Thanks __________________ 2006 Dodge Megacab 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Turbo Diesel, 48RE Auto-trans, Smarty Jr., straight pipe into duals, AMSOIL 5/30 Motor Oil, AMSOIL Transmission fluid, and AMSOIL Nanofiber drop in filter, remote start with aftermarket alarm.

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dj87062 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New Mexico Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts dj87062's Truck Pics	shotgunner, Thanks for the replys. This is what I have been able to determine about tire height.... "Sidewall Aspect Ratio Typically following the three digits identifying the tire's Section Width in millimeters is a two-digit number that identifies the tire's profile or aspect ratio. P225/50R16 91S The 50 indicates that this tire size's sidewall height (from rim to tread) is 50% of its section width. The measurement is the tire's section height, and also referred to as the tire's series, profile or aspect ratio. The higher the number, the taller the sidewall; the lower the number, the lower the sidewall. We know that this tire size's section width is 225mm and that its section height is 50% of 225mm. By converting the 225mm to inches (225 / 25.4 = 8.86") and multiplying it by 50% (.50) we confirm that this tire size results in a tire section height of 4.43". If this tire were a P225/70R16 size, our calculation would confirm that the size would result in a section height of 6.20", approximately a 1.8-inch taller sidewall." Tire Tech Information - A Guide to Tire Sizes __________________ 2006 Dodge Megacab 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Turbo Diesel, 48RE Auto-trans, Smarty Jr., straight pipe into duals, AMSOIL 5/30 Motor Oil, AMSOIL Transmission fluid, and AMSOIL Nanofiber drop in filter, remote start with aftermarket alarm.

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MikeyB Diesel Head Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Tomball, Texas Posts: 1,185 Thanks: 2 Thanked 26 Times in 25 Posts MikeyB's Truck Pics	I would try to go with a E rating if your towing often. A friend recently installed a set of 285/70/17 GY Silent Armors and is complaining of sidewall flexing when towing. And the pressures is set at 65psi. Never had that issue with the stock Michelins. He will be going back to a E rating next time around. MikeyB __________________ '03 2500 QC SWB 2wd, 305/555, NV5600, 3.73 LS, Airbox mod w/Amsoil Ea, Adjustable boost elbow, PML diff cover, Westach boost/EGT gauge, Line-X, Sirius, Toyo OC AT 285/70/17 E, Daystar 1.5" lift, Monroe Reflex, Raptor RP100, Lazarsmith Intake, Smarty/Van Aaken C3.2

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surfram Cummins Nut Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Delaware Posts: 442 Thanks: 4 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts surfram's Truck Pics	I have had no swaying issues towing with 285/70/17 BFG ATs at 65psi. __________________ 2004 2500 SLT SWB 4x4,305/555, in-tank lift pump, 48RE, 3.73, westin cps step bars, magnaflow pro 4" TB, 305/65/17 BFG AT KOs,Timbrens, Leer Cap, Firestick CB antenna mounts, Wilson Silverload 5' antenna, Uniden PC78LTW CB

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CanCritter Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: alberta Posts: 298 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts CanCritter's Truck Pics	go with E,s 10 plys...added benifit is youll cut yer flats down to nil...run 10ply michelins on my work trucks and on job sites with lots of nails...yet to have a flat with the michelins in 6 years...second set..am impressed __________________ 2007 Cab+Chassis 6.7/4x4 1997 gmc sle 5.7/4x4 stock 91GM 4x4 5.7 @ 40 over, Westers,Eld 3704.Extreme 50 mm TBI, 65lb injectors,Lunati 60100 Voodoo cam, Trickflow 195's @1.6 RR,Hooker ,overbuilt 700r4 @1800 TCS TC,4.10/tru trac,

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Duramaxallison08 Diesel Freak Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeville Posts: 592 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Duramaxallison08's Truck Pics	Tire size calculator __________________ 2006 Mega Cab Twin Everything and still More to Come OLD RIG:2001 LB7 Duramax TOTALED Best: 12.97@ 103 524 hp 1066 tq

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Duramaxallison08 Diesel Freak Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeville Posts: 592 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Duramaxallison08's Truck Pics	Myself, i would go with pro comp a/t. I have the extreme a/t in load range E. They are by far the best tire I have ever owned. Ive gone in deep mud and snow that goes up the side of my door and they had no problem. My buddy has the a/t and he loves them. On his 2nd set. Great traction, great load ratings and very good wearing. Oh, and also Pro Comp tires are alot of the time buy 3 get one free. Thats when I buy my tires. The next one is usually in march. Another tire you could look at if you are looking for more aggressive is the Firestone Destination M/t. Yea, i know its a m/t but my buddy has them on his truck and he gets 65k plus on a set of tires. They are either a E or D load range. I would also look at a cooper...ive heard alot of good things about them also. __________________ 2006 Mega Cab Twin Everything and still More to Come OLD RIG:2001 LB7 Duramax TOTALED Best: 12.97@ 103 524 hp 1066 tq

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DREDnot Cummins Fan Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts DREDnot's Truck Pics	Thats what Im running. Good all around tire but I got 1 flat already. To its credit, It was holding a steady 85mph with about 10 psi when my buddy finally could catch me to let me know it was almost flat. __________________ 07 2500 M-cab, 4x4, 5.9L, G-56, 3.73, silencer and muffler MIA,tint 20/5, AEM Workhorse, CFM+ intake,PML diff cover,