Hi all, I just wanted to pass along Frank's comments with a different subject title since I figure that many interested in 27" BFGoodrich Radial All-Terrain tires have the 5.5" wide standard steel wheels. See below. In a message dated 98-07-15 21:03:28 EDT, FrankGRUN@AOL.COM writes: > I replaced the Yokohamas (almost 14800 miles) with the BFG > 27-8.50x14 LT tires specifically to reduce engine rpm (I still use the > diesel tranny). Best thing I ever did. I just checked the tires, and I have more > than 90% tread left! <snip> > BTW, I discussed the 5.5 inch rim issue with a Goodrich engineer, and was > told to expect a slightly reduced tread life. No handling or safety issues. When > I asked about handling problems (in view of the often cited view on this list > that these tires can’t be mounted on rims narrower than 6 inches), he > laughed and said “why would you want to roadrace that tank?” > Frank Grunthaner |
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