What diameter?

[TahoeLT09]

Hey I'm a Newbie, and looking for info on a wheel upgrade for my 2009 Tahoe.
I REALLY like the U2-55..question is I keep reading the 24" rubs? Also I've only ever purchased Mud terrain tires..whats a good low pro brand? Whats your opinion on sidewall heights and tire widths? Thanks for your help!!!

 

[Conor]

24's only rub when you are dropped. And even then it is very minor. The ideal size for a 24" rim is 295/35R24 or 305/35R24. Nitto 420s is the best tire on the market for the application you are looking for.

 

[TahoeLT09]

24's only rub when you are dropped. And even then it is very minor. The ideal size for a 24" rim is 295/35R24 or 305/35R24. Nitto 420s is the best tire on the market for the application you are looking for.

So a higher sidewall isn't recommended? Obviously these tires don't last forever, but what the approx mileage I could expect from a tire of this size?

 

[Modded]

24s are too small if you are keeping it stock height.

 

[TahoeLT09]

So then 26's?

 

[Conor]

Dont listen to Modded, he is bias as shit.lol

A 35 series tire on a 24" wheel has a decent side wall. Depending on a few factors, you should expect 30-50K out of your tires. Obviously driving habbits play a big role as well as the condition of the wheels and how they are balanced and such.

 

[TahoeLT09]

Dont listen to Modded, he is bias as shit.lol

A 35 series tire on a 24" wheel has a decent side wall. Depending on a few factors, you should expect 30-50K out of your tires. Obviously driving habbits play a big role as well as the condition of the wheels and how they are balanced and such.

Well I'm a mommy of 2, so no more burning the tires for me
How are Pirelli Scorpion's I found them in a 315X40X26 is $300 too much for that size?

 

[Modded]

Haha I am kind of biased like Conor said, but you can compare my 2/4 dropped 24 pics below, to the 3/5 dropped on26 pics.
Pretty sure you can guess which is which:

Also a 315/40/26 is a huge tires, its pretty much 12" wide and 36" tall! You will need atleast a 6" lift to clear that one!
If you want 24s for a stock height Tahoe, you need 305/35/24, then 295/35/24 if its dropped. Then 305/30/26 for a Tahoe with 26s.

 

[TahoeLT09]

Haha I am kind of biased like Conor said, but you can compare my 2/4 dropped 24 pics below, to the 3/5 dropped on26 pics.
Pretty sure you can guess which is which:

Also a 315/40/26 is a huge tires, its pretty much 12" wide and 36" tall! You will need atleast a 6" lift to clear that one!
If you want 24s for a stock height Tahoe, you need 305/35/24, then 295/35/24 if its dropped. Then 305/30/26 for a Tahoe with 26s.

So a 24 is probably the better wheel...What are some other brands of tires I don't want cheap tires but i def don't need the best..also anybody no of any quick performance mods? When I got this tahoe I was driving a f250 with a spartan tuner DPF delete w/ exhaust plus CAI which gave me hella horsepower..also I'd like a throatier sound any bolt ons available?

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I LOVE these wheels..

Opinions?

 

[Modded]

In case you didn't get me, I like 26s better, Do not get those U2-55 wheels. Half the forum has them, and then they are tooo common.
A Blackbear tune will get you more power, and a Magnaflow exhaust system will give you a sportier sound.

 

[TahoeLT09]

Damn..I really liked those, they look super easy to wash. I guess I don't have to be as concerned with washing..I keep forgetting this one isn't going in the mud! I think I like the 26's better too..but I don't wanna lower the truck..maybe a leveling kit but thats it.

 

[okietj]

I really like the u2-55's also but have been trying to decide whether to get 22's or 24's. Can anyone tell me is there a big difference in ride quality between 22's and 24's?

 

[Conor]

I really like the u2-55's also but have been trying to decide whether to get 22's or 24's. Can anyone tell me is there a big difference in ride quality between 22's and 24's?

No real noticable difference

 

[bigblue]

dont be scared go with 26s Mine dont rub.