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  1. patracy

    tire size = mph?

    Ron has a very good point. The 395s on my deuce are only rated at 56mph. So anything over that, you're taking a risk. That said, these tires have a 9800+ lb rating to them. So in my case, they're only at 1/4 their weighted capacity. When I drove home sunday, I certainly was over 56mph most...
  2. patracy

    tire size = mph?

    In any case you STILL need to read up on the brake system. Even on stock tires a line failure will place you at major risk. The parking brake WILL NOT stop these trucks. I know, I drove around for a mile last parade with mine on! The brake system is a single circuit design. And major leak...
  3. patracy

    tire size = mph?

    You should search on "brake single circuit" to learn more about why we're concerned. There's NO room for error on these trucks when it comes to brakes.
  4. patracy

    tire size = mph?

    Allison 1545 = 1:1 in top gear. So... about 61mph would equal close to 2700rpm with a 53" tall tire. (Adjusted to also account for non-lockup)
  5. patracy

    tire size = mph?

    It will be too much, plus the tires are only rated to 56mph. I've got 395's on one of my trucks. I'd go with either the OD gears or 395's. You'll gain some "looks" with the tires. But loose some performance. The gears will allow you to cruise a little faster. But remember, the multifuel...
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