i just got a 2000 (new style) tahoe lt 4wd 6lug. i was wondering how much tire can you put on 20s and 22's to keep a soft ride. i need as much sidewall as possible. also what is the bolt pattern and backspacing? new to these vehicles, thanks for the advice!

 

bolt pattern is 6x5.5"

i would want at least a 45 series profile

 

Yes, the bolt pattern is 6x5.5. Since you are interested in a soft ride, I would not get 22's. If you plan on keeping the 4WD suspension stock, I'd get 275/55-20 tires. GM uses this tire size on every vehicle they sell that comes with 20" wheels from the factory. The sidewall is very good and will give you decent ride quality.

 

I have 305-40-22's on my 4WD 04 Tahoe.. the ride is definitely harder than stock , but not bad at all. Not much sidewall. I think the stock tire is about 8 inches, the 40's are something like 4.5 inches.

 

If you stay stock height, do 305/45s on 22s...they fill out the wheelwell better.

 

yeah id like to have like a 60 sidewall on 20s if they wouldnt rub. 22s would look better but offer alot rougher ride due to lack of tire. thanks for the answers!!