LML 17" Tire Weight Rating Issue - Looking For Suggestions

[lordj37]

I need to replace my tires soon. Currently have Michelin LTX M/S2's (LT245/75 17's) on my 2011 2500HD. No mods done to the truck at this point. The issue I have with the current tires and a little research into replacing them with another set of 17" tires is the tire weight rating. Currently rated at 3195 lbs which puts me at 6390 lbs per axle at the suggested 80PSI. I pull a large 5th wheel and would like a set of tires with a higher weight rating as a buffer. I'm willing to spend the money on new wheels/rims if needed to gain the higher weight rating than what my current 17" wheels. Not a huge fan of overly aggressive tread patterns and the road noise they bring but wouldn't mind adding some flair to my truck either.

Any suggestions on tire sizes, type/model, that will fit my stock 2500HD truck to give me a higher weight rating???

Thanks!

 

[Hoffie]

When you look for new tires look at the load ratings and you want a tire that is rated at 124 or higher in number. A 124 will get you 3500lbs per tire. You can stay with the same wheel size, just go to a wider tire than the 245 that you are running. I run 265's on mine and they have a 124 load rating.

 

[J_Stone06]

Go with a load range E tire and you'll be fine.
On edit. You could keep the same size or bump up to a LT265/70/17 load range E tire. I've had really good luck with Bridgestone Dueler AT Revo 2 tires over the years, especially on my truck.

 

[hondarider552]

Rear axle weight max is 6080lbs anyways. I had 285/70/17 on mine at 3750lbs a pop but they are 33s.

 

[J_Stone06]

Rear axle weight max is 6080lbs anyways. I had 285/70/17 on mine at 3750lbs a pop but they are 33s.

I have 285's on my truck currently. Im thinking of going 295 or larger if I can.

 

[2004LB7]

Rear axle weight max is 6080lbs anyways. I had 285/70/17 on mine at 3750lbs a pop but they are 33s.

I am pritty sure AAM designed the axle with a 10120 lb rating. Of course we would have to subtract the waight the truck puts on the axle too before we know what the limit would be but I don't think it would be 6080 lbs

 

[WVRigrat05]

Stuff some 35's under it, mine are rated at 3500. Don't see the reason, just with 1500 pounds in my bed the springs squat right out.

My camper tongue weight is 2700ish and without the weight distribution bars it turns my leafs upside down and hitch drags the ground without 60+ pounds in my air bags.

 

[J_Stone06]

Stuff some 35's under it, mine are rated at 3500. Don't see the reason, just with 1500 pounds in my bed the springs squat right out.

My camper tongue weight is 2700ish and without the weight distribution bars it turns my leafs upside down and hitch drags the ground without 60+ pounds in my air bags.

What size wheel B.S./offset you go with? Curious if you rub at all turning or going over rough terrain with 35's.

 

[WVRigrat05]

I had no rubbing with a +20 off set wheel and the large wonder mod. Only had to do some trimming on the front of the inner fender lining by the bumper.

I'm running a -12 offset now and had to take some more out of the fender as I didn't take much the first go around and I had to take another inch off the front of the liners. It still does not rub the fender or the liner in front of the fender, luckily. I zip tied the liners back and put a little heat on them so they'd stay bent/curved more like they should be, otherwise I'm sure they have to be cut like others.

This is on am LMM, the LMLs fit 35's even easier.

 

[J_Stone06]

I had no rubbing with a +20 off set wheel and the large wonder mod. Only had to do some trimming on the front of the inner fender lining by the bumper.

I'm running a -12 offset now and had to take some more out of the fender as I didn't take much the first go around and I had to take another inch off the front of the liners. It still does not rub the fender or the liner in front of the fender, luckily. I zip tied the liners back and put a little heat on them so they'd stay bent/curved more like they should be, otherwise I'm sure they have to be cut like others.

This is on am LMM, the LMLs fit 35's even easier.

Would a -20 offset help with rub issues ya think? Sorry, I high-jacked this man's thread. I apologize.

 

[Awenta]

Would a -20 offset help with rub issues ya think? Sorry, I high-jacked this man's thread. I apologize.

The more negative you go the more you need to trim


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[WVRigrat05]

^^this. I liked the +20, but with a 12.50 they just brush the sway bar and uca when the front end is cranked.

That's why I went with a -12 in a 17" rim. Like I said it still doesn't rub but I had to do more messaging and trimming to keep it clean.

 

[lordj37]

When you look for new tires look at the load ratings and you want a tire that is rated at 124 or higher in number. A 124 will get you 3500lbs per tire. You can stay with the same wheel size, just go to a wider tire than the 245 that you are running. I run 265's on mine and they have a 124 load rating.

Thanks for the info Hoffie!!!

 

[lordj37]

I am pritty sure AAM designed the axle with a 10120 lb rating. Of course we would have to subtract the waight the truck puts on the axle too before we know what the limit would be but I don't think it would be 6080 lbs

I believe you are correct. I did a lot of research on what rear axle I have and as far as I can tell it's the exact same AAM design that is on 3500HD models. My weakest point is no doubt my tires.