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Old 10-20-2005, 11:46 AM
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Smaller tire benefits on a 2nd gen?

I just recently purchased a 2nd gen V6 5-speed w/ 242,000 miles. The truck is an absolutley perfrect 1 owner vehicle.

It came with the "big tire" package. I will need to buy tires soon. I am wondering if going down 1 or 2 tire sizes will make any noticable effect on acceleration? If not I'll just stay with the 31X10.5R15.

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Old 10-20-2005, 01:06 PM
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You might get some better gas mileage, and acceleration, the amount or noticiablilty I couldnt tell ya... Also, your speedo will be off.
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I say stick with the 31's cause that's what it is supposed to have...
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It may also put your RPM's up at freeway speeds, which is actually bad for your mileage.
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It will also rack up your mileage faster so that your vehicle will read that you're traveling more than you actually are.
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