Help me make a tire decision team! Falken Wilpeaks - 285 or 275, SL or C?

[delek]

This topic is getting worn out, I’m sorry. But I can’t find a thread that discusses what I’m looking for help with.

Bought some RRW 17x8 -18 RR5-H rims. Just being honest, I’ll be doing very light off roading in FL. I care more about retaining gas mileage than I do about sidewall strength, just being honest! I’m all bark, no bite.

Was planning to getting Wildpeaks in 275/70/17 C to save some weight. After looking in to it more, the 285/70/17 SL is even lighter. Sounds crazy but I think the bigger tire will be better overall for the truck’s performance.

Curious what yall think? Thanks!

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[Pappy]

Going from the stock 265/70's to 285/70 (C) cost me 35 horsepower at the rear wheels (dyno'd). That means lower mpg. If you don't wheel, or haul loads (camper), I would stick with SL rated tires. The 275/70's would be a good compromise.

 

[jsuber]

255/80/R17 Nitto Terra Grappler G3

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