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Old Jan 9, 2012 | 4:28 PM
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I have an '05 Z71 Tahoe with a set of '08 20" LTZ wheels. The OEM 275-55-20 Bridgestones are about gone. How large can I go without having to lift or having clearance problems?
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 10:42 AM
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99,

I think the OEM optional 20's for your vehicle were 285/50.
Do you know exactly how wide the 2008 Rims are ?
Also, you looking for street, A/T, mud/snow ?
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 5:22 PM
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I think they are 8" wide. they are the OEM rims. I am looking at 99% highway and occasional beach riding. Looks like I am going with Goodyear LS2 Eagles 275-55-20.
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99,

Those LS2's are 10.1" wide. That's 2" wider than your rims, and they are about 1" larger in diameter than the OEM. So, that is a larger tire than the originals.
That tread pattern sure looks smooth, should give a very good ride.
I'd recommend 38 lbs as your normal Cold Inflation Pressure.
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Old Jan 12, 2012 | 11:44 AM
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Yeah that looks like what I am going with. Thanks!
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Bought the LS2s. Got them yesterday, so far I am very pleased. Slightly taller than the Bridgestones and seem to ride a little better. $770 out the door plus an $80 rebate!
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