I'm new to this forum and already have found some very useful information.

I'm considering purchasing larger tires and retaining my current 17 inch wheels. I currently run 265/70/17 and would like to increase to 285/75/17. Can anyone confirm if these will fit on my 2011 Tahoe ( I have installed a leveling kit)?

Thanks in advance for any pointers.

 

The width of the two is virtually the same (.2"), however the 285's are about 2" taller with the 75 profile.
The rear tires probably won't be any problem at all. But is hard to say exactly for a front fit.
Check it yourself. Turn the wheels to their limits and look to see if that additional 2" of height will be possible. (probably will)


Now, a couple other things.....
The Center of Gravity will be increased/heightened.
The Speedometer will read slower than your actual speed.
The perception of the engine power and breaking capability will seem to be reduced.
Running higher tire Pressure* will ensure better performance.


* Note:
With the increased height of the Sidewalls, higher pressure will reduce the sloppy feel to controlling your ride.
Check for the MCIP (Maximum Cold Inflation Pressure) wich is stamped on the sidewall of your tires.
I would recommend that your choose about 2 lbs below that. (says 44 then run 42 / says 51 then run 49 etc.)


Now, what are your requirements about the Tread Pattern...
Snow, Ice, Mud, Rock, HiWay/Street, Hi Mileage....?

 

did anyone ever respond to you about this? im literally on the same boat

 

first of all this person hasn't been here in almost a decade. He's not going to answer you.
Second, someone did respond .... right below. Did you read it?
Or is this just a post from a spam bot?

 

Gotcha, ive read it now. first time on here

 

Welcome to the forum.

 

Yeah the OP asked that question 8 years ago. I guess they weren't that interested. Have any of you put on a leveling kit? I have a 2008 suburban z71 ( 2wd ). Try no to laugh. Losing some mpg isn't a worry but how quickly will front end suspension pieces wear out? I mostly highway drive. Rarely pull anything and if it's light off road I take my time. What's the best way? Not the cheapest? Thanks whoever's listening. Marcus is Kissimmee Florida

 

@Yonsayvitch1 Don't hijack people's threads. Post your own please.

 

Sorry. I thought I could ask questions on this forum. It was a search from Google and I thought it was appropriate. My bad.

 

@Yonsayvitch1 Of course you can ask questions, but forums aren't just one big chat room where everybody throws their questions in a pile. Would be rather chaotic don't you think?
You see how at the top of the page, in big letters the title is " 2011 Tahoe will larger tires fit"?
So, find the Tahoe/Suburban section, and click the yellow "New Thread" button, and you can have one all to yourself. Thanks.