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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 11:52 PM
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anyone run these?
they are only 110 bucks a piece for a 285 75 16 for my HD.
i dont do any offroad with my 2wd, but would likea bigger tire. this looks like something that comes on a new sports car, but in a larger size. i think it might be a good choice, but im skeptical of the inexpensive price.
this would be great for the bigger stance, and not add the noise of a mud tire.
http://www.falkentire.com/images/IMG...tz04_angle.jpg
what ya think?
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 01:24 AM
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Got the same tires on my girls truck. They are great tires and they last a long time!! Price is good too!! Id get em!
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 06:24 AM
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Had mine for 3 yrs with no problems and good looks.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:22 AM
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Hey those look like a good replcement for me too. I wonder if they have a slightly shorter side wall?

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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by TG02Z71
Hey those look like a good replcement for me too. I wonder if they have a slightly shorter side wall?
most 285's are 32.5-32.8, this one measures 33.1, so its not all that small.
the section width is down on the tire at 10.7, where most are 11.2-11.3, but this makes it better for putting it on a stock wheel, since its a bit more narrow.
just sounds too good to be true.
sears has them in stock, im gonna go take a look at them.
they are 130 there, but ill save on shipping.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by TJ
most 285's are 32.5-32.8, this one measures 33.1, so its not all that small.
the section width is down on the tire at 10.7, where most are 11.2-11.3, but this makes it better for putting it on a stock wheel, since its a bit more narrow.
just sounds too good to be true.
sears has them in stock, im gonna go take a look at them.
they are 130 there, but ill save on shipping.
Let me know what you end up doing. I think a little taller tire may actally help me stay in the boost better, like a taller rear gear would do.
I really don't worry too much about traction as the 2WD trucks have to since I'm 4WD.
The width and height plus the ability to put these on my stock rims is what I'm after, along with less hum and better ride from all terrain tires I have now.
Keep me in the loop please!!

-Tim
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 06:20 PM
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I got mine, same tire but 18", from discounttiredirect.com . Shipping was free. Don't remember what I paid but I do remember that shipping was free And I like the tire. This is the second set I've had. 285/65 18
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 06:54 PM
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i cant find any good pics of the tire, is it a square wall, or more of a rounded corner on the sidewall of the tire?
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 08:55 PM
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I had some a year or two ago on some 18s and I really like the Falkens. Good traction and tread life.
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I have them on my Tahoe and they still don't have any signs of wear after 2 years. Wet traction is excellent and traction is very good too. Will buy this tire again.
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