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Old Mar 22, 2016 | 8:08 PM
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So I'm getting 3 inch lift spindles on my 2001 Silverado and I'm trying to find the biggest Tires that would fit on stock 16 inch rims. any help?
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Old Mar 23, 2016 | 11:45 AM
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Welcome to the Forum Johnny,

Need a little more info on your project...
Largest sizes depend on what type (duty) you want...
ie: Street, OTR, Brand...


http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 9:12 PM
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285/75/16 will be about biggest you can go
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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 11:38 PM
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There are even larger width tires which are made for 16" rims, but...
When doing this, it seriously displaces the alignment of the sidewall
Results being very sloppy control, and a loss of load ability if one reduces
the air pressure to get more even wear on the tread.
You would probably be better off by just increasing the Profile only.
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