Possible tire for 450 LXi

[dentmac]

Hi,
The tires are still 315/80R22.5 -- Same physical size as original equipment tires which had L load range.
(the original rims were 9 inch ) These Chinese tires and the Continental have M load range , hence 10,000 lb. capacity vs the original 9090 lbs.
Some owners with 450's have found a new rim (10.5 inch) which allows a bigger tire, 365/70R22.5 . This rim, Alcoa 803601, causes a little wider track. The 450 steering is at full capacity so there is some concern. The increased offset should be considered also. It would be best to get Arvin Meritors blessing on the 365s.
Ross

(03-10-2013 23:20)Icefixr66 Wrote:  Ross, I noticed that both tires require a 9" rim ! Will the 9" rim have enough clearance on a 450?