1995 Dodge Ram - Cummins - Torque Converter Questions

From : Annonymous

Q: edwardohare@nospam.yahoo.com.invalid says... i need to replace the tires on my 2000 dakota. the original owner threw away the oem tires fairly early on and installed passenger car tires 20mm larger i know im going back to the standard p215/75r15 but dont know whether to buy a passenger car tire or what is stated to be a truck and suv tire. looking at goodyears in both cases. i just wonder if there is really any advantage to the blockier tread on a goodyear tracker or if its mostly appearance and theyre charging more for the idea its a truck tire. what ever you decide make sure the tires load rating is enough for the weight of your truck and a full load. ------------------- alex .

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From : jay

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