285 vs. 305

[silveradoguy98]

I've got an '04 silverado. T-bars are cranked and i'm planning on getting some 16x8 wheels with roughly a -10mm offset. I want to run 305/70's. Anyone running a similar setup or know if these will fit without rubbing? Thanks

[Tow Master]

Hmm.. It would be a big jump for a small improvement. Personally you'll have alot more problems than what its worth. Id stay with the 285's.

[BigRedChevy]

I would also suggest staying with the 285s.

[daddysLBZ]

Yes,me too. My 285's make a big difference in looks and functionality....The 305's are not that much of a stretch from the 285's IMHO...TowMaster is right,the trade off isn't worth it...And do you have a diesel pump in ya back yard??305's will be high maint and cost ya more in the long run..it's your money though.You'll be parting with some Ben Franklins for sho!!!

[Landscapeman]

285 will be your best bet. I will say that I had them and millage went down. I personally run 265's and am very happy. Nice size with out to much millage sacrifice. Good Luck

[oleblacky]

A buddy of mine got 305 on 16x8 centerlines. He had to do quite abit of cutting on the bumper and fenders to make them fit. Too much cutting IMHO

[n0useforaname]

I like 285's....they will be my next tire. I get good mileage with the 265's.....but I think my truck would be completed with bigger tires.

[1LoudDuramax]

Yep i think the 285's are perfect for these trucks not to big not to small i see to many guys runnin around with 305's and 315's on stock wheels

[TYREBOYZ_DEMAXIN]

some of the 03-04 ext cab short beds sit higher then most and if so then yes you can clear the 305's without a problem but they are kinda wide for 8" wheels so i would highly recommend the 285's over the 305's but thats up to you..i would be highly surprised if you couldn't clear them with only the T/Bars cranked up..

[Nor-Cal Nick]

........... 285's