I have a 2004 dodge 1500 4x4 quad cab. Can I use 285-50-20 instead of 275-60-20 tires?

Question

I have a 2004 dodge 1500 4x4 quad cab. Can I use 285-50-20 instead of 275-60-20 tires?

Answer 1

Yes, they'll only be 10mm wider. Height will be actually be less. 50% of 285 = 142.5mm versus 60% of 275 = 165mm. Mixing different sizes side to side OR FRONT TO BACK is NOT a good idea as this truck is a 4x4. On dry/ high traction surfaces you truck will actually bind up at the transfer case due to different final numerical gear ratio's at each axle if you mix up the tire sizes.

Answer 2

Yes you can but remember to keep your axles balanced. If your not replacing all 4. You can put a pair up front or back but don't mix the size left and right.

Answer 3

Yes, it's going to put you up just a bit higher and there going to be wider . You shouldn't have any trouble .

Answer 4

Yes, they will fit just fine. I used to have 275-50-20's on my Ram. Just beware that your speedometer will be off a few MPH due to the shorter tires. You can either get the speedometer re-calibrated at a dealership or just have somebody you know pace beside you and tell you the speed you are actually going. Good luck.