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295/70r18 Thoroughly impressed with the AT4W tire.

Calm down. I did not make any reference to towing. Laws where you reside are not applicable everywhere.

Any plans to upgrade tires soon? Chains are certainly cheaper but 3 peak rated tires negate the legal need (my experience in western states, primarily Utah)

I don’t. It comes at a better price point. I’d be happy to mount 35x12.5 but not willing to pay the premium 35” tire tax (in addition to not falling within spec for OEM rims.)

I have. OEM replacement is an option. I’m not convinced I want to go that route if the product will degrade that quickly. Hoping to garner feedback from others who may have encountered this already. Perhaps a protective film or wrap would be more appropriate. https://accessories.ford.com/supercab-supercrew-black-platinum-stainless-steel-b-pillar-trim-w-keypad-1

Stepping up from stock 275/70r18 & would appreciate feedback from anyone who has run either or both sizes mentioned. Aside from price difference & aesthetics, why might you choose one vs the other? Falken Wildpeak AT4W ratings for both sizes are impressively similar. I’d be more inclined to adjust Forscan attributes with 285/75 vs 295/70. Goal is an AT tire with highway & towing manners that will spend significant time off-road - job sites, dirt roads. 2022 Lariat FX4 NON-Tremor 7.3 3.55 stock wheels no lift or level

Is this a replaceable or repairable item? Realizing after two years that this trim is in just as horrible condition as my previous 8 year old F150. Something I’ve never looked into, appreciate any feedback.

Not in my case, but I agree with airing up or down appropriate to conditions. I continue to be impressed with the difference in ride quality from the Fox shocks. Even the steering is better. Body roll still exists but seems more predictable & the linear design does give up a little in the really slow rough stuff. The fact that I no longer hear change, keys or debris clanging about in the center console is prob the best feedback I can give in terms of daily driving.

fwiw… Recently upgraded factory shocks to Fox 2.0 at 30k miles. I have a 7.3 gas F250 without Tremor package (my understanding is Tremor shocks are twin tube & pretty solid). My goal was to take the edge off the harsh ride. I’ve never had issue with the truck on highway/interstate & in fact it rides quite well, especially towing. However, most days I’d rather ride a covered wagon than traverse poor condition country roads. Frost heaves, bridge joints, speed bumps & washboard dirt roads are brutal. Bone jarring. Tooth chattering. The Hole in the Rock road in Escalante was nearly divorce material. Bilstein 5100’s are exceptional shocks that I’ve used in the past with great success in 1/2 ton trucks in a towing environment, just not what I was looking for. Someday I’d love to go full project truck with a Carli type build that improves suspension travel. Middle ground? Sourced all four corners for $690 shipped. No, a 3/4 ton truck will not turn into a 1/2 ton, but this is a significant upgrade. Bear in mind that ride quality is subjective & we all focus on different attributes. This application is 100% what I intended by taking the edge off. Worth the money? tbd…. useable lifespan is the deciding factor

ugh… so frustrating I’ve had some minor frustrations with my ‘22. It’s so difficult to be tolerant/understanding given the financial outlay, especially considering the last few years of “bend me over” price markups (yeah, that’s a dealer thing vs mfg but still a tough pill to swallow.)

seems a bit cart before the horse… Mostly irrelevant, but I opted for a 5” drop on my 22 F250 based on ball height reference points from multiple towables.

…must put the brakes on wondering about grammar policing

I def could have worded this more better’er… I’d happily save $ going 295/70 vs 35” on stock 18” wheels. The Carli kit makes complete sense in terms of improving suspension travel but is designed around 37” tires on 17” rims. Leveling achieves nothing more than an aesthetic, surprised there are not more options for functional improvement.

Pro tip… removing the shrink wrap from the owners manual is eye opening. Also, buy now ask later??

Still looking…. Currently planning on a Carli kit but they’re designed for 37’s. I’d be more than happy bumping up to 295/70/18 vs 35’s Tow & haul regularly…